AMEL 60 Easy handling, good sailing characteristics, top quality and safety: the new top model from the French premium brand Amel is sure to impress. YACHT 15/2020
ARCONA 345 Swedish alternative for the crowded market of performance cruisers around ten metres hull length. Straightforward and functional overall package. YACHT 22/2020
BALI CATSPACE So much space for living and relaxing in just 40 feet of length is quite remarkable. Thanks to flexible partitions, the outside cockpit can also be used as a saloon. YACHT 24/2020
BAVARIA C42 Plenty of volume, high performance and affordable to boot: the first model of the latest Bavaria generation promises to set new standards for touring boats. YACHT 16/2020
BIGA 270 PLUS The Bicker shipyard in Germany has turned the well-known Biga 270 into a pretty daysailer. The interior is simple but classically beautiful. YACHT 19/2020
DRAGONFLY 40 The new flagship from Quorning Boats in Denmark. Extremely powerful in windy conditions, yet comfortable and cosy below deck. YACHT 14/2020
ELAN GT 6 Comfortable touring boat from Slovenia with surprisingly sporty sailing characteristics. The interior with three cabins is of high quality and beautifully finished. YACHT 21/2020
EXCESS 12/15 With its new models, the Beneteau offshoot Excess Catamarans aims to combine active sailing with a high level of living comfort. Two new models in a double test. YACHT 5/2020
GRAND SOLEIL 42 LC For long distances and sporty strokes. The smallest yacht in the LC (Long Cruise) programme from Grand Soleil is a delight with its pronounced versatility. YACHT 5/2020
HALLBERG-RASSY 40 C The fourth model of the new HR generation with a wide stern and double rudder blades. In the test, it had no problems with high winds and waves. YACHT 3/2020
JPK 10.30 Great performance potential and a clear focus as a racer, especially for single and double-handed use. Under discussion as a possible 2024 Olympic boat. YACHT 6/2020
MOODY DS 41 Voluminous yacht from Germany with deck saloon and inside steering position. As a special feature, the cockpit and the saloon are on one continuous level. YACHT 11/2020
NEEL 47 The sporty cruising trimarans from Neel can also cover long distances quickly. All three hulls of the 47 are habitable. YACHT 8/2020
N'FUN 30 The attractive and powerful Weekender comes from Poland. The boat is characterised by an unusual variety and a large number of options. YACHT 7/2020
OCEANIS 40.1It sets new standards in the 40-foot tourer class, and not just when it comes to volume and comfort. And the new Beneteau sails well to boot. YACHT 17/2020
OCEANIS 54 The industry leader from France has converted the sporty First 53 into a tourer for the Oceanis cruising programme. An exciting project with prospects of success. YACHT 23/2020
OVNI 400 Robust and bulky on the outside, bright and cosy on the inside: Alubat is back with fresh shapes and surprising details. The hull and deck are made of aluminium. YACHT 3/2020
OYSTER 565 New competition for the luxury class from England: The 17-metre ship from Oyster features modern hull shapes and impresses with remarkable quality inside. YACHT 2/2020
SAARE H-BOOT Suitable for regattas and touring: the Saare shipyard in Estonia has relaunched the classic H-boat. The hull moulds come from Frauscher, the deck has been redesigned. YACHT 25-26/2020
SAFFIER SE 27 Everything a real daysailer needs to be able to do, and a little more. Under sail, the new Saffier from Holland demonstrates its strengths, but has hardly any weaknesses. YACHT 10/2020
SAILART 18 Just the thing for short, active sailing fun in between. Sailart in Germany has built a small but fine and ultra-modern sports boat. YACHT 18/2020
SARCH S6 The exciting basic offensive for the small hiking and sports boat market comes from Spain. The hull is made of plywood, the deck of GRP. YACHT 6/2020
TRICAT 20 Relaxed daysailing on three hulls: Tricat from France now has a versatile platform on offer with the 20. The Tri is easy to trailer. YACHT 1/2020
VIKO S 35 A lot of boat for little money: the flagship of the Viko line has been launched on the market with an aggressive pricing policy. Two or three cabins are possible. YACHT 13/2020
XP-19 With its lifting keel, this sporty small cruiser from Germany is also ideal as a trailer boat. The slip cabin offers simple comfort for overnight stays. YACHT 14/2020
COMPARISON TEST DECK SALOON YACHTS One topic, very different designs: three current yachts around 40 feet with deck saloon in an exciting concept comparison. Including: Moody 41 DS, Nordship 380 DS and Sirius 40 DS. Part 1: YACHT 18 Part 2: 19/2020
COMPARATIVE TEST INCLUSION BOATS Active sailing for people with disabilities - this is what so-called inclusion boats offer. YACHT tested the Venture Connect from RS Boats in England and the S/V 14 from Fareast in China. YACHT 20/2020
USED BOAT TESTS
Dehler 35 Cruising YACHT 24/2020
Dehlya 25 "Willy" in comparison YACHT 18/2020
Dufour 365 2YACHT 23/20
Elan 310 YACHT 15/2020
Fisher 25 YACHT 3/2020
Hanse 315 YACHT 21/2020
Comparison test of used vehicles around 30 feet Bavaria 30, Dufour 30, Dehler 31, Winner 9.50, X-342 YACHT 4/20 + YACHT 5/2020
