Cannes Yachting Festival: The latest releases in the large luxury yacht segment
Michael Good
· 22.08.2026
The Cannes Yachting Festival will take place on the Côte d’Azur for six days, from Tuesday 8 September to Sunday 13 September. For sailors, the main action will once again be centred at Port Canto on the eastern side of the bay. According to the organisers, this is the world’s largest in-water exhibition for sailing boats, showcasing the latest monohull yachts and catamarans from numerous international shipyards.
The show will feature cruising yachts, performance cruisers and luxury multihulls in a wide range of size categories. These will include numerous exciting premieres. Cannes 2026 will thus remain one of the most important international venues for new sailing yachts and the latest developments in yacht building. More than 700 sailing and motor boats, ranging in length from 5 to over 50 metres, will be on display at the show, presented by over 600 international exhibitors. In addition, a large number of suppliers will be showcasing a wide range of marine products. The organisers are expecting more than 55,000 visitors from all over the world.
Even more premieres:
Fountaine Pajot FP 70
With the new FPY 70S, Fountaine Pajot is expanding its upmarket yacht range with a new 22-metre model. This large sailing catamaran is positioned above the conventional cruising range and is firmly focused on luxury, spaciousness and extensive customisation. Up to eight different layout variants are planned, featuring three to six guest cabins as well as separate areas for the crew. The outdoor spaces are particularly lavish: the huge aft cockpit flows almost seamlessly into the saloon, complemented by a spacious area on the foredeck and a large panoramic flybridge. An owner’s suite with an unusually generous living area is also planned. Despite its clear focus on luxury, the FPY 70S remains designed as a long-range yacht, featuring, amongst other things, a large solar power system, extensive battery storage and a high level of autonomy. The design is by Berret-Racoupeau Yacht Design. The new FPY 70S will make its world debut at the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival.
- Hull length 22.00 m; beam 10.3 m; weight approx. 40.0 t
Grand Soleil 80 Plus
At the very top of its exclusive Plus range, Grand Soleil is launching a new flagship: the 80. This 26.20-metre luxury yacht combines long-distance cruising comfort with sporty performance, a carbon rig, a telescopic keel and a hybrid propulsion system. It is making its official debut in Cannes.
- Hull length 26.20 m; beam 6.60 m; weight 42.5 t; price unknown
Ice 80 Blue Water
With the ICE 80 Blue Water Sport, ICE Yachts is entering the maxi yacht segment. The Felci design combines striking lines with a consistent lightweight carbon construction, separate cockpits for guests and crew, and a luxurious long-distance cruising concept.
- Hull length 24.0 m; beam 6.52 m; weight 37.7 t
Nautor Swan 80
Just under the 24-metre mark, the new Swan 80 marks the start of Nautors’ Maxi range. The Frers design combines high sailing performance with generous volume, a versatile cockpit and luxurious fittings. In Cannes, the ‘little one’ is celebrating its grand world premiere.
- Hull length 23.99 m; beam 6.40 m; weight 42.6 t
Y6 / YYachts
As the most compact model from YYachts in Greifswald, the new Y6 incorporates many of the features of its larger sisters, the Y7, Y8 and Y9. Carbon construction, a single-handed cockpit, simple handling and extensive customisation options characterise this World Cruiser designed by Bill Tripp. YYachts is unveiling the Y6 in Cannes as a world premiere.
- Fuselage length 19.65 m; width 5.75 m; weight 25.9 t
All the information about the Cannes Yachting Festival
Opening hours: Tuesday 8 September to Sunday 13 September 2026, daily from 10 am to 7 pm. On Friday evening, the fair is open until 10 pm; on Sunday, it closes at 6 pm.
Location and how to get there: Port Canto and Vieux Port in Cannes. There are flights to Nice, as well as bus and train services to the exhibition centre in the city harbour. It is also possible to travel from Nice to the exhibition centre by water shuttle.
Admission prices: A one-day ticket for adults costs 40 euros, whilst a two-day ticket costs 65 euros. Children aged 10 and under have free entry to the fair. The tickets are valid for entry to both exhibition sites. Tickets can be purchased online.
Links: Water shuttles and water taxis operate between the ports of Port Canto and Vieux Port, and there are also buses running by land. Transport is free of charge for all trade fair visitors.
All information about the trade fair, as well as the online ticket office, can be found here: www.cannesyachtingfestival.com
Michael Good
Editor Test & Technology