Sailing Oscars: The nominees in the cruising yacht category

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· 15.01.2024

Sailing Oscars: The nominees in the cruising yacht category

Photo: YACHT

On the first Saturday of boot Düsseldorf, the coveted trophies of the European Yacht of the Year, the Sailing Oscars of 2024, will be awarded during the Flagship Night. 7 candidates have been nominated in the Cruising Yachts category. Here are all the candidates in detail

Topics in this article

Bavaria C46
Dufour 41
Elan Impression 43
Hanse 410
Maxus 35
Oceanis 37.1
RM 1380

The candidates in the other categories:

Bavaria C46

Beautiful chine: The particularly pronounced aft chine edges create a lot of volume in the rear cabins and provide more stability when leaning

The wide bow adds volume to the boat and creates a larger deck area. But visually, at least, it takes some getting used to

The helmsman is pleased with the side instruments and can operate halyards and sheets

The bowsprit blends harmoniously into the hull, the vertical windlass sits outside the hull

The self-tacking jib is standard, the genoa rails with pin lock are optional

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Photo: YACHT/B. Scheurer

Details of the Bavaria C46

They are not quick in Giebelstadt when it comes to renewing the C line. But in the case of the C 46, the wait was worth it. The new boat, which will initially stand alongside the C 45 and Cruiser 46 before they are phased out, is appealing in many respects: the flat superstructure with the elongated window stretches the powerful hull, which offers plenty of volume and shows recognisable temperament. Hull length 13.95 m; width 4.70 m; draught 2.30 m; weight 12.7 tonnes; sail area 115 m2; STZ 4.6; price 375,564 euros (without Ocean Pack for 124,300 euros).

to the test and video of the Bavaria C46

Dufour 41

The wide hull, full foredeck, kinks, recesses and chines as well as large windows are trademarks of the new Dufour

The cockpit makes the Dufour the best seat in its class. In the "Ocean" version, all the sheets are led to the front of the wheels

Handles are incorporated into the plotter pods. Installation space for more devices is available

The stern is half open, the hatch is flush with the cockpit floor. A grill is installed in the bench. The life raft can only be reached in its compartment when the platform is open

A self-reversing rail is provided as standard. The many hatches are striking

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Photo: Jean-Marie Liot Images /Dufour Yachts

Unlike the 37 presented last year, which was actually only 32.8 feet long, the new Dufour 41 lives up to its model name. The impression of space below deck makes the twelve-metre yacht appear even larger, which is also due to the wide hull windows, which are not quite as large as the black-foiled recesses would have you believe. She offers plenty of space and sails well. The duel with the almost equally sized Hanse will be exciting! Hull length 11.99 m; beam 4.30 m; draught 2.10 m; weight 9.7 tonnes; sail area 74.5 m2; STZ 4.1; price 303,210 euros.

Elan Impression 43

Plenty of volume. The corpulent hull shape provides plenty of space on and below deck. The arrangement of the hull windows is surprising

The rig is not very high. Sportiness and performance are not the focus of the design

The rear basket with seat is like an executive chair

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Photo: YACHT/A. Carloni

After Elan recently presented new models for the upmarket segment with the E6 and GT6, the Slovenians are now once again catering for the broader market. The Impression 43 is designed for both owners and charterers, offers significantly more space than its predecessor and also features independent solutions below deck. The wide aft-facing hull creates a cockpit with space for up to ten crew members. In the YACHT test, she proved to be very manoeuvrable and agile. Hull length 13.32 m; beam 4.25 m; draught 1.95 m; weight 11.1 t; sail area 80.8 m2; STZ 4.0; price 368,780 euros3/2023.

Test the Elan 43 Impression

Hanse 410

The full hull is strongly drawn in towards the waterline. This keeps the wetted surface area small while maintaining dimensional stability

Plenty of air and light. Five hatches in the foredeck alone ensure perfect ventilation

Conditionally functional. The lowerable tables obstruct access and reachability

All lines are guided to the steering columns. Large halyard chutes ensure order

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Photo: YACHT/Ben Scheurer

The third model in Hanse's new line, which bears the signature of Olivier Racoupeau and his wife Isabelle, who developed the interior design. The 460 is already European Yacht of the Year. Can the smaller sister also win the title? YACHT tester Michael Good analysed her capabilities in the previous issue, now online at yacht.de! Hull length 11.99 m; beam 4.29 m; draught 2.10 m; weight 9.7 tonnes; sail area downwind 84 m2; STZ 4.3; price 299,760 euros

To the test and video of the Hanse 410

Maxus 35

Also sporty with a gennaker. The wide stern with the hard uphaul provides a lot of dimensional stability. The Maxus 35 is quite stiff in windy conditions

The large bathing platform is an option. The attachable bathing ladder rests in the forecastle box

The cockpit table with the folding sides is nice and slim and keeps the passages clear

Space for everything. There is no lack of storage space on deck. And the accessibility is impeccable

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Photo: EYOTY/Ludovic Fruchaud

The Northman shipyard has long been one of Poland's top boat builders. This is their new top model, which nevertheless only comes close to 35 feet if you include the bowsprit. In fact, she is a 33. Very well executed GRP work and a cosy, warm ambience below deck are among her strengths, as is the variability of the interior. However, even in the two-cabin version, the aft berth dimensions are quite tight. Hull length 9.96 m; width 3.40 m; draught 1.95 m; weight 6.2 t; sail area downwind 58.2 m2; STZ 4.2; ex shipyard price: 172,431 euros.

Test the Maxus 35

Oceanis 37.1

Straightforward standard: wide stern, many large windows and a spacious cockpit. The boat is consistently designed with one theme in mind: Cruising

Unfortunately only available as an extra. The bathing platform offers perfect access to the water

The space behind the wheel is not generous, but sufficient. There is no backstay to get in the way

Not particularly attractive, but offers good protection. The large splash cap is available on request

Large trap pockets keep things tidy. There are also two doors instead of a bulkhead

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Photo: YACHT/Ludovic Fruchaud

With this model, world market leader Beneteau is finalising the renewal of the entire Oceanis line, which began five years ago. The boat resembles the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 370 in its hull lines, but has a different deck and also differs in its interior design. Thanks to its wide beam and raised foredeck, the 37.1 offers plenty of space and comfortable berth dimensions in all cabins. With the first-line rig, the meagre sail carrying capacity can be increased for an extra charge. Hull length 10.99 m; beam 3.92 m; draught 2.10 m; weight 6.9 tonnes; sail area 60 m2; STZ 4.1; price 215,980 euros.

To the test and video of the Oceanis 37.1

RM 1380

Photo: YACHT/N. GünterThe RM 1380 at boot 2023

The French shipyard known for its plywood hulls has been quiet for a long time. However, RM is now setting the tone again with this 43-foot yacht. Plenty of space, lots of storage space, lots of sail area predestine the 1380 as an all-rounder for discerning owners who like to sail fast and far. The open, generously glazed saloon with raised galley and the ergonomically designed cockpit are typical of the brand. Hull length 13.30 m; beam 4.53 m; draught 1.95 m; weight 9.8 tonnes; sail area on the wind 110 m2; STZ 4.9; base price ex shipyard 477,737 euros.

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