European Yacht of the Year 2017: the 5 sailboats in the Family Cruiser category

Ikone 7.50

Discover the 5 yachts nominated in the Family Cruiser category. From 6.85 m for the smallest to 15.38 m for the largest, all have a design and layout that makes cruising easier. Choose your favourite!

Django 12.70

The Django 12.70 is the largest model of the shipyard (12.49 m) designed as a fast cruising yacht. For beaching, the Django 12.70 is equipped with a lifting keel. It can then be landed on it supported in addition on 2 side stands. For solo or short-handed sailing, all maneuvers are performed from the cockpit. It can be equipped with a rigid hood or a simple roll bar.

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Ikone 7.50

The Ikone 7.50 (7.50 m) is a coastal racer that keeps the principle of the cat-boat - a mast implanted near the bow with a mainsail and no jib. Under the waterline, there are two keels that limit the draft to 1.20 m while providing stiffness to the canvas. A single rudder is enough to give the boat good maneuverability, under sail as well as under engine. All the maneuvers on board are carried out by two winches on either side of the companionway. With 3 m at the beam, the cockpit is very spacious and can easily accommodate 6 adults for a day trip. Designed for coastal cruising, the cabin of the Ikone 7.50 allows to imagine several days on board for a couple and 2 children.

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Jeanneau 51

The Jeanneau 51 (15.38 m) offers a concept of outdoor living space with a deck at the center of attention. With its open and friendly deck, comfortable and safe cockpit, and dedicated relaxation area, the deck stands out as a living space in its own right. The large cockpit is multi-zone: the winches are further back, the space dedicated to conviviality is extensive and comfortable. Each activity is thought out and facilitated with zones for relaxing, dining or sailing. The Jeanneau 51 offers an optional terrace that facilitates access to the sea. The Jeanneau 51 offers several versions of layouts and ambience: very functional U-shaped galley, spacious and comfortable saloon, owner's, VIP and guest cabins (optional).

RM 970

The RM 970 (10.57 m) the RM 890 is very similar to the RM 890, but it has two steering wheels (unlike the tiller of the smaller model). It has a new flatter hull with more volume at the front and a tiller that is clearly out of the water. The deckhouse, a distinctive feature of the range, ends at the front with a large front porthole that gains two "cat ears". Inside, this RM 970 is fitted out with a double cabin on starboard at the back and an open bed at the front.

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Sunbeam 22.1

The Sunbeam 22.1 is a mini transportable cruiser of 6,85 m length adapted mainly to the day trip. It is equipped with a pivoting keel, which ensures a good stability. The cockpit is simple, but well thought out (storage, maneuvers...). Below deck, there are four large berths to spend a weekend on board.

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