Overview
- The sailor’s boat struck rocks near the bird‑protection islet De Kreupel after anchoring north of Andijk, forcing him ashore.
- He lacked a working radio and his phone was dead, so he improvised a shelter from sails and survived with little food or water.
- A passing sailboat spotted the wreck on Sunday evening and alerted rescuers, who described the man as frightened and weakened.
- KNRM brought him to the harbour at Andijk for warm clothing, food and a shower, and he is recovering under authorities’ care.
- Rescuers stressed that off‑season traffic is sparse and urged boaters to keep communications gear charged, noting a separate windsurfer rescue the same day.