Is this pearl worth the money?; s4/e22
Episode 22: Is this pearl worth the money? Sailing to Brea, Netherlands
A couple of weeks ago, I checked my new navigation software and saw that all the bridges towards the historical city of Brea in the Netherlands could open up or were high enough for me to pass. So, I then decided to go visit Brea because it is called the pearl of the south of the Netherlands. This is the last leg to Brea, and at the end of this film, we will see if this is really the pearl that people talk about. How about that? Want to join me? Come on then let’s go!
The Journey
As I travel along, I pass another bridge again, 7 meters high. So, I will check it out and drive very slowly to see if it is definitely 7 meters or more. Slowly goes the boat.
The Bridges
According to the map, there should be a road bridge, but from what I see, there isn’t yet. Instead, there is a train bridge about 400 meters away. I also know from what I saw on the map while preparing for this trip that it is only 2.5 meters high, and from the sign, I see that I am not allowed to go on the right side but must follow the left gate. However, there is no VHF channel bridge is operated on distance.
Communication
The height of the power bridge is 750mm. I am glad that I have the mast down. Let’s take a look:
Thanks to the sign and communication, I successfully pass under the bridge with a height difference of only centimeters. It really feels like summer over there!
The Train Bridge
This bridge is mapped as 7 meters high, but I would think it’s a bit lower from my experience. Of course, this time everything went smoothly, and you can hear the thunder in the background over there. Let’s take a look; it doesn’t rain yet.
The Harbor of Brea
When I enter the harbor, the entrance of Brea feels a bit like that sign; it says welcome ‘H’ but then yeah okay. The sign says ‘Paron Haven,’ so visitors’ haven.
The Disappointment
To be honest, Brea really does not live up to expectations. I have no plans for more NOD, so let’s go in.
The Conclusions
Brea is considered the pearl of the south of the Netherlands, but unfortunately, it does not live up to its nickname. While you cannot judge a city just by its harbor, my first impressions have left me feeling quite disappointed.
The Next Stop
Since Brea has not met my expectations, I will head for the commercial harbor and take a look to see if there’s more over there. As I walk through this area, I notice some locals who are smoking pot in their speedboats.
Peaceful Visit
In the end, it is up to you to decide if a visit to Brea is worth the trip. Thanks for watching!
The city Breda is called the pearl of the south of the Netherlands. Join me on this last leg towards Breda to see if I agree with this expression.
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Is this pearl worth the money?; s4/e22
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Waarom ik alles in het Engels doe?
Omdat ik video's kijk van Fransen, Denen, Noren, Spanjaarden, Portugezen, Duitsers én heel veel Engelstaligen die allemaal Engels lullen en ook bootjesmensen / liveaboards zijn. Want alleen dan kan je je ervaring wereldwijd delen. En wat blijkt? Mijn video's worden in 127 landen bekeken (zie S03/E01 voor de lijst). Veel van mijn kijkers en abonnees zijn Engelstaligen die mijn video's helemaal top vinden, omdat ze óf familie hebben uit Nederland, of hier jaren geleden zijn geboren en door omstandigheden nu elders op de wereld wonen. En, dat ik dan Engels spreek met een accentje (net als de Fransen, Denen, Noren, Spanjaarden, Portugezen, Duitsers overigens) dan interesseert hen dat helemaal niets.
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Is this pearl worth the money?; s4/e22 Locations
- The entrance of the harbor in Brea, Netherlands, also known as the 'pearl of the south.' (51.7967,4.9503)
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