AMEL 60 Easy handling, good sailing properties, best quality and safety: the new top model from the French premium brand Amel can inspire. YACHT 15/2020
ARCON345 Swedish alternative for the heavily occupied performance cruiser market with a hull length of ten meters. Straightforward and functional overall package. YACHT 22/2020
BALI CATSPACE So much space to live and relax on just 40 feet in length is remarkable. Thanks to flexible partitions, the outside cockpit can also be used as a saloon. YACHT 24/2020
BAVARIC42 Lots of volume, strong performance and also inexpensive: the first model of the latest Bavaria generation promises to set standards for touring ships. YACHT 16/2020
BIG270 PLUS The Bicker shipyard in Germany has turned the well-known Big270 into a variant as a pretty daysailer. The interior construction is simple, but classically beautiful. YACHT 19/2020
DRAGONFLY 40 The new flagship of Quorning Boats in Denmark. Extremely powerful in the wind, yet still comfortable and comfortably designed below deck. YACHT 14/2020
ELAN GT 6 Comfortable touring ship from Slovenia with surprisingly sporty sailing characteristics. The expansion with three cabins is valuable and beautifully executed. YACHT 21/2020
EXCESS 12/15 The Beneteau offshoot Excess Catamarans wants to combine active sailing with a high level of living comfort with its new models. Two new types in a double test. YACHT 5/2020
GRAND SOLEIL 42 LC For long distances and sporty strokes. The smallest yacht from the LC (Long Cruise) program from Grand Soleil appeals 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 has no problems with a lot of wind and high waves. YACHT 3/2020
JPK 10.30 Great performance potential and a clear orientation as a racer, especially for one- and two-handed use. In discussion as a possible Olympic boat in 2024. 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 level. YACHT 11/2020
NEEL 47 Even driving long distances quickly, that's what the sporty driving trimarans from Neel can do. All three hulls of the 47 are habitable. YACHT 8/2020
N’FUN 30 The attractive and high-performance weekender comes from Poland. The boat is characterized by an unusual variety and a large amount of options. YACHT 7/2020
OCEANIS 40.1 It sets new standards in the 40-foot tourer class, and not just when it comes to volume and comfort. And the new Beneteau can sail well on top of that. YACHT 17/2020
OCEANIS 54 The industry leader from France has converted the sporty First 53 into a tourer for the Oceanis travel program. An exciting project with a chance of success. YACHT 23/2020
OVNI 400 Robust and bulky on the outside, light and cozy on the inside: Alubat is back with fresh shapes and surprising details. The hull and deck are made of aluminum. YACHT 3/2020
OYSTER 565 New competition for the luxury class from England: The 17-meter ship from Oyster shows modern hull shapes and impresses with its remarkable quality inside. YACHT 2/2020
SAARE H-BOAT Suitable for regattas and tours: the Saare shipyard in Estonia has re-launched the classic H-boat. The hull shapes come from Frauscher, the deck has been redesigned. YACHT 25-26 / 2020
SAFFIER SE 27 Everything a real daysailer should be able to do and a little more. The new one from Saffier from Holland proves its strengths under sail; On the other hand, it hardly has 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 sportswoman. YACHT 18/2020
SARCH S6 The exciting basic offensive for the small hiking and sport boat market comes from Spain. The hull is made of plywood and the deck is made of GRP. YACHT 6/2020
TRICAT 20 Relaxed daysailing on three hulls: With the 20er, Tricat from France now has a versatile platform on offer. The Tri is easily trailerable. 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 feasible. YACHT 13/2020
XP-19 The sporty small cruiser from Germany is also well suited as a trailer boat with its lifting keel. The slip cabin offers simple comfort for overnight stays. YACHT 14/2020
COMPARATIVE TEST DECK SALON YACHTS One topic, very different interpretations: three current yachts around 40 feet with a deck saloon in an exciting concept comparison. Also included: Moody 41 DS, Nordship 380 DS and Sirius 40 DS. Part 1: YACHT 18, Part 2: 19/2020
COMPARATIVE TEST INCLUSION BOATS Active sailing also for people with disabilities - this is what the so-called inclusion boats offer. The YACHT has tested the Venture Connect from RS Boats in England and the S / V 14 from Fareast from China in comparison. YACHT 20/2020
USED BOAT TESTS
Dehler 35 Cruising YACHT 24/2020
Dehly25 "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
Comparative Test Used Around 30 Feet Bavari30, Dufour 30, Dehler 31, Winner 9.50, X-342 YACHT 4/20 + YACHT 5/2020