European Yacht of the Year 2017: the 5 yachts in the Luxury Cruiser category

Oceanis Yacht 62

In this category, you will find 5 large cruising yachts, designed for long distance sailing with maximum comfort.

Bestevaer 45 ST Pure

Normally, KM Yachtbuilders gives owners the possibility to customize their yacht. But the Bestevaer 45 ST Pure will be similar to a production yacht on certain criteria such as dimensions, deck plan, hull, layout and style... The owner will be able to have a say in the final version, but not as much as on a custom yacht. Pure is a safe, seaworthy and comfortable yacht like the other models, but in a reduced version (14.25 m). The interior is rustic with high headroom, but comfortable.

Garcia 52 Exploration

The Garcia 52 Exploration is a transoceanic sailboat safe, reliable, comfortable, beautifully designed, ready to sail and efficient. Dedicated to long distance cruising, this 16.55 m sailboat is an integral aluminium dinghy. The layout is proposed in standard version with spacious owner's cabin with private bathroom, extra cabin, shower room , large deck saloon with windows offering a 270° view, wheelhouse and galley. Or in Multi version with the same layout at the bow (2 cabins plus shower room) and two cabins at the stern. The rest of the layout remains the same.

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Italia 12.98

The Italia 12.98 is a fast, high-performance cruising yacht that provides a real feeling at the helm. Easy to sail, this "racer" is available in several keel versions: T-keel, shallow keel (optional). The aft cockpit is open, but can be closed by a transom. The interior is bright, ergonomic, with a feeling of wide open spaces. There is a large saloon with galley, as well as three cabins and two bathrooms. A chic and refined decoration brings the luxury side of this boat which is perfectly suited for cruising.

Oceanis Yacht 62

The Oceanis Yacht (19.07 m) reveals taut, dynamic lines that are unmistakable. Manly bow, roof
lowered, with large windows surrounding the hull and roof, the Oceanis Yacht 62 is unquestionably an elegant boat. Its style underlines an exceptional boat. Its double-sail chine hull and perfectly balanced sail plan give it power and safety for fast, easy and reassuring sailing. At the stern, there is a tender garage whose door converts into a terrace. The cockpit can accommodate 12 people, while inside there is a spacious saloon and numerous private spaces (3 cabins and two bathrooms). A breakthrough in yachting for the Oceanis Yacht 62

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X4

The X4 is both a sailing yacht with excellent sailing capabilities and a spacious modern interior. Built in epoxy sandwich construction, she is both rigid and light for performance. Inside, there is a cosy saloon with a galley at the stern. There is a large owner's cabin forward and aft, with a choice of one or two cabins.

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