Bareboat Sailing Yacht Dufour 45.5 Grande Large
Dufour 455 sailing yacht for discerning crews exploring Sicily's islands
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About Bareboat Sailing Yacht Dufour 45.5 Grande Large
The Dufour 455 Grande Large represents a refined approach to bareboat sailing in the Mediterranean. Built in 2008, this four-cabin vessel combines purposeful design with the quality craftsmanship Dufour is known for, delivering both comfort for extended cruising and the sailing performance serious skippers demand.
Accommodation spans four cabins sleeping up to ten guests, with thoughtful layouts that balance living space and seaworthiness. The open-plan saloon and cockpit design encourage both social gathering and efficient watch-keeping, making her equally suited to family expeditions and small-group charters.
Highlights
- •Four well-appointed cabins with standing headroom throughout
- •Ample deck space and efficient sail plan for confident cruising
- •Bareboat charter based in southeastern Sicily, gateway to three island groups
- •Summer Tyrrhenian winds and protected anchorages ideal for leisurely exploration
The Charter Experience
Charter from Marina di Ragusa and navigate the cerulean waters separating mainland Sicily from the Aeolian and Egadi archipelagos. These waters reward exploration, with Panarea's volcanic shores, Favignana's dramatic limestone cliffs, and Pantelleria's remote anchorages all within easy reach. The region offers consistent summer winds ideal for sailing, together with Michelin-starred restaurants, Sicilian fishing villages, and Greek temple ruins accessible by tender.
Suggested Itinerary
A typical week might unfold from Marina di Ragusa northward to the Egadi Islands, pausing at Favignana's sheltered bays before crossing to Pantelleria's volcanic calderas. From there, continue northeast through the Tyrrhenian Sea toward the Aeolian chain, with stops at Stromboli and Salina offering both natural drama and authentic island culture. Return passages allow unhurried days at anchor, perfect for swimming and provisioning ashore.
Specifications
13.8 m
10
4
8
Monohull
2008
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