Having a good service is key, but being chosen by Germany’s public broadcaster, ARD, to represent the essence of the Costa Brava is, quite simply, a source of pride. ARD is not just any channel: it is Germany’s largest public broadcasting consortium and an international benchmark in high-quality travel documentaries. Its ARD Reisen channel has more than 850,000 subscribers, and its reports are followed by millions of viewers looking for authentic destinations and high-end experiences.
We have set the video to start at minute 1:41, where the true Custom Sailing experience begins with Miki Puig.
A journey to the “Wild Coast”
In its extensive report Costa Brava in Katalonien: Spaniens wilde Küste, the German production team wanted to show the wildest and most exclusive side of our home. They wanted to move away from clichés and find a real connection with the Mediterranean. That is why, when the time came to set sail, they trusted the services of Custom Sailing Costa Brava.
An October day aboard our Menorquina Walrus
The experience was filmed during the month of October, a time of year we always recommend: the light is more golden, the heat is gentle, and the sea breathes absolute peace.
The ARD Reisen team came aboard one of our iconic Menorquinas, the boat that best represents the discreet luxury and tradition of our coastline. It was not just about sailing, but about truly experiencing the territory:
The entrance to Cala Foradada: we sailed to this magical spot near Palamós, where the rock forms an impressive natural tunnel.
Paddle surf adventure: they crossed through the Foradada on paddle boards, a visual experience that left the German producers speechless. These are places that even our boat cannot reach; that is why we lowered the paddle boards into the water. This allowed us to access the heart of the Foradada cave, touching the rock walls and feeling the energy of the place.
The final adrenaline rush: no day at sea is complete without a touch of daring. The journalist and the team could not resist the transparency of the water and ended the experience by jumping from the rocks, a return to childhood that highlights the freedom only the sea can give you.
Why did they choose us?
ARD was looking for a premium service that combined safety and comfort with in-depth knowledge of the coast. The result is a beautiful report that shows how, at Custom Sailing Costa Brava, we understand sailing not as a formality, but as an art.