S/V Legend - a pearl on the Oslofjord

A beautiful piece of shipping history

Price: 11,900 NOK per hour (excl. VAT)
applies in weeks 23-25 ​​and 33-35

Otherwise, the price applies: From 9,500 NOK per hour (excl. VAT)


S/S Legend (1915)

Passengers: 70-160 (max 180)

Both the S/S Vega and the S/V Legend survived two world wars unscathed, after being converted from cargo ships to sailing ships. But the fact that the Legend disappeared without a trace twice, and was rediscovered several years later, is a lesser-known story.

On board S/V Legend you can experience the atmosphere of old sailing ships, while the vessel is adapted to today's high demands for safety and comfort. With teak and mahogany interiors, tiled toilets and two large decks, she is a maritime experience in itself.

A great sight on the Oslofjord

Today she sails with all her rich history in the Oslofjord. On board – a cheerful crew and passengers. She has plenty of seating and frolicking space both inside and outside, a large bar, and a spacious rain roof for the (usually few) wet days on the fjord. Feel free to come by for a look!

Video: on a fjord trip with S/V Legend

History and facts:

Legend was originally built in Schweningen in the Netherlands as a sailing cargo ship.

The ship received its first engine in 1928, and operated as a freighter in Nordic waters until around 1940. During World War II, the Legene was used by the Dutch resistance forces, before she was used again as a freighter.

In 1955, the ship was sold to Norway, and was used for both fishing and shipping along the Norwegian coast and in the waters around Iceland and Greenland.

In 1995 she was again converted back to a sailing ship, this time a brig.

Built in: Netherlands in 1915

Length: 40 m

Deck length: 30 m

Width: 6.5 m

Depth below waterline: 2.9 m

Mast height: 31 m

Rig: Brig

Sailing area: 950 m

Engine: Detroit V-12 360 hp

Tonnage: 136 grt.

Hull: steel

Tank capacity: 6000 liters of diesel, 8000 liters of water

  • Legend in 1915

    1915. Built in Schweningen, Netherlands as a cargo and fishing ship. During World War I, she was reported missing in the English Channel, but was found abandoned in the Congo River by a fisherman and transported back to the Netherlands.

  • Legend in 1940

    During World War II she was used by the Dutch resistance until 1944, when she was again reported missing. In 1947 she turned up off Newfoundland – with no trace of her crew or how she had ended up there. Once again brought back to the Netherlands.

  • Legend in 1955

    After a long and mythical journey, she is finally sold to Norway. She is restored back to a sailing ship. This time a brig.

How to book a sailing ship in 1-2-3:

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Once the date for the trip has been set, it's time to order food and drinks ! Take a look at the food menu and drink menu before ordering.

Go on a trip! We look forward to welcoming you aboard. We have gathered information about classic tour packages here.

Prices and conditions

Our conditions ensure a safe trip for all parties! Please contact us if you have any questions.

Any questions?

Send an email to ake@ssvega.no , or call us at 91548323 and we will respond as soon as we can!