With its charming seaside hotel style, it offers a unique and cozy atmosphere. Viking is the perfect place to host your event on board, as the boat provides a fantastic view no matter where you are on deck. Enjoy the nostalgic charm and breathtaking scenery as you sail through the beautiful landscapes.
Viking
Since 1923
Viking's story
1923 Viking was built by boat builder M. Christensen, Silkeborg, for Ry Motorbaadselskab/Ry Turistfart. The boat is constructed on the same template as Turisten but is 2 meters longer. Following its launch, Viking sails in regular service along with its sister ship Turisten between Ry and Himmelbjerget.
1942 After the outbreak of the war in 1939, Viking was laid up in 1940-41 due to a prohibition on the use of gasoline. In 1942, Viking had a carbide-gas generator installed, and with the permission of the Maritime Authority, Viking could resume its operations for the remainder of the war.
1966 In 1965-66, Viking underwent renovations where the canopy superstructure was removed, and a new steel and glass superstructure was built from midship to aft, along with a new wheelhouse.
2008 Viking was acquired by Hjejleselskabet and moved to Silkeborg but remained mostly inactive. In 2018, local businesspeople took over the boat with plans for a complete restoration back to its original condition and future operation as a tourist motorboat.
Facts
Engine power: 60 hk Top speed: 8 knots Max number of passengers: 60 Table seats: 24-28
When you rent Viking, you get a wonderful crew to sail the boat. You set the course, but there are always plenty of ideas and good advice available both at the Hjejleselskabet office and in the boat’s wheelhouse.
Perhaps the boat will take a round trip without stops while you enjoy refreshments on board. Maybe you’ll dock at one of the small landing stages along the lakes so everyone can disembark for a brisk walk. Or perhaps we can together create a different program based on your wishes and our experience. There are many possibilities when you set sail with a Hjejle boat from the dock.
With us, you decide whether you want to arrange your next event yourself or draw on our many years of experience. Contact us for further information at +45 86 82 07 66 or via mail@hjejlen.com.
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Great events last longer than just a single day or evening. They live on in memories and conversations long after. By choosing to host your event on one of the Hjejle boats, you’ve already laid the solid foundation that ensures the event will be a resounding success.
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