seegängig

Seegängig is a German adjective used to describe a vessel that is suitable for sailing on the open sea. It denotes a level of seaworthiness and structural integrity that allows a boat to withstand the conditions typically encountered in oceanic environments, such as significant waves, strong winds, and rough seas. A seegängig vessel is designed and built to be safe and stable when navigating away from sheltered waters and coastlines.

The term implies that the boat possesses adequate hull strength, stability characteristics, and freeboard to prevent it from being swamped or capsized. It also suggests that the vessel is equipped with appropriate safety gear and navigational equipment necessary for offshore voyages. While there is no single, universally defined standard for "seegängig," it generally refers to boats capable of undertaking journeys across larger bodies of water, beyond coastal or inland navigation.

Smaller boats may be described as seegängig if they are specifically designed for offshore use, perhaps featuring a robust construction and a seaworthy hull shape. Larger vessels, such as yachts, cargo ships, and warships, are inherently designed for seagoing conditions. The classification societies often provide certifications that indicate a vessel's suitability for different sea conditions, which can be related to the concept of seegängig. Ultimately, being seegängig is a measure of a vessel's capability and safety for open water travel.