Overview
Bergens Seilforening was founded in 1872 and is among Norway's oldest sailing clubs. It is based in Kviturspollen at Hjellestad south of Bergen, near Flesland airport, with a clubhouse, harbour, winter storage ashore and under cover, and a mast shed. The racing programme runs from Neglespretten in January and Isbjørnseilasen in March to Huftarøy Rundt, the national double-handed championship and Bergen Race Weekend, with series racing for cruiser-racers and Knarrs through the summer. Juniors sail Optimist, ILCA and RS Feva, and the club races J/70s in the youth league and the Norwegian Sailing League.
- Founded
- 1872
- Federation
- Norges Seilforbund
- Registry code
- 871454752
On the water with VesselSOS
- Family see you from shoreA live link in any browser – they don’t need the app.
- One tap to the right rescue centreHere JRCC Stavanger – the app switches centre as you move, with your position and call script even without signal.
- Return-time checkIf you’re not back in time, your people know.
- Shared hazard mapRocks, nets and other hazards reported by other boaters.
Regattas and series
Run or hosted by the club, per the club website. Dates and notices are on the club site.
- Neglesprettenwinter regatta in January
- Polar Bear Raceearly-season regatta in March
- Round Huftarøydistance race around Huftarøy
- Seilmakeren Doublehandednational double-handed championship (2026)
- Bergen Race Weekendrace weekend in June
- Bergen corporate regattaregatta for company crews
- Club seriesseries racing for cruiser-racers and Knarrs, May–September
Live map, a start clock on every phone and results — when the club runs a race on VesselSOS Racing, it shows up here. Racing is a pilot with clubs for the 2027 season.
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Boat classes
History and achievements
- 1872Bergens Seilforening is founded on 31 July
Home harbour & location
- Position
- 60°15.72′ N 5°15.07′ E
60.26195, 5.25114 - Address
- Hjellestadvegen 247
Frequently asked
Can I learn to sail here?
Yes. The club lists these courses: Sailing courses for adults and Junior section (Optimist, ILCA, RS Feva, J/70).
Who do I call in an emergency at sea here?
Sea rescue: JRCC Stavanger +47 51 51 70 00. Or call 112 / 120. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16.
When was Bergen Sailing Club founded?
In 1872.
Which regattas does the club run?
According to the club website, among others: Neglespretten, Polar Bear Race, Round Huftarøy and Seilmakeren Doublehanded.