The new Bavaria 56 Cruiser was shown to the public for the first time yesterday in Düsseldorf. It will replace the previous flagship 55 Cruiser. Visually, it is a real gain: the hull now looks significantly less bulky than its predecessor and the freeboard has been reduced by around 20 centimetres. This was made possible by a new, very innovative solution for stowing the dinghy in the stern garage. The inflatable boat, specially developed by Bavaria for this purpose, simply deflates at the front. A hidden compressor installed aft ensures that the dinghy is ready for use again in no time at all.
The previously very narrow superstructure windows have also been replaced by a much larger, continuous window moulding. In addition, four hatches mounted on the cabin roof provide plenty of light and fresh air below deck. In the cockpit, the dents can be widened on both sides. This provides two large sunbathing areas for sun-seekers in the bathing bay.
The two aft cabins in particular benefit from the new hull design. With a berth width of almost two metres each, they probably offer the most comfortable living space in the class. The forward cabin is available as a master cabin with another huge double bed and a separate toilet area, shower on one side, toilet and washing facilities on the other. For charter use, there is the option of converting the boat in front of the main bulkhead with two cabins, each with its own bathroom. Instead of the large sailing load in the forepeak, this area can also be converted into a cabin for the skipper. A real novelty is the layout in the panry area. The galley is positioned here as a large "U" in the room and integrates the navigation area in a unique way.
Eleven units of the new Cruiser 56 have already been sold, even before the first official presentation. The large boat from Bavaria costs 312,850 euros at market launch.
The world premiere Bavaria Cruiser 56 at the boot trade fair in Düsseldorf, Hall 16, Stand B 38
Michael Good
Editor Test & Technology
