Fountaine Pajot Catamarans for Sale

It has been in operation since 1976, starting life in La Rochelle, France under the inspiration of Jean François Fountaine, Yves Pajot, Daniel Givon, and Rémi Tristan. While the company began with sailing dinghies, it quickly moved on to creating the first cruising catamaran in 1983. These early race-winning models turned heads, and Fountaine Pajot quickly garnered a name for itself with serious sailors. 

Despite becoming one of the largest and most influential catamaran brands in the world—and acquiring the Dufour Yachts brand in 2018—Fountaine Pajot has remained steadfastly family run. It prides itself on remaining one of the pioneers of the catamaran industry, both sailing and motor, pushing forward with innovation while at the same time building on what has already proved successful. Advanced techniques such as infusion and injection molding allow Fountaine Pajot to create safe, lightweight boats that are also environmentally sound. In fact, the brand is a leader in eco solutions including on-board renewable energy production. 

Today the brand hires over 800 professional staff spread across four manufacturing centers; Aigrefeuille, La Rochelle, Gujan Maeestra, and Perigny. To date it has built and launched more than 4,000 boats. 

 

Model ranges/Models of Fountaine Pajot Yachts

 

Starting with the Fountaine Pajot Sailing Catamaran brand, there are currently eight models in the line-up ranging from 40 to 80 feet in length. The Isla 40 is the smallest in the range, offering a compact yet highly capable cruising catamaran that can accommodate 6 to 8 passengers in comfort. The Astréa 42, which is also available as an electric model, can be configured in an owner’s layout with master cabin or a four-cabin option. It offers large, light living spaces and is one of the brand’s most popular models.

The Elba 45 is also available as an electric model and is designed for true long distance and blue water cruising. Its indoor/outdoor living spaces include the largest lounge deck in its category. The Tanna 47, with its huge owner’s cabin and ability to be sailed by a couple, makes for a popular long distance model. It can accommodate up to 8 in true comfort, and boasts features such as a lounge deck twice the size of its predecessor. 

Larger sailing models include the Aura 51, with an expansive flybridge and available as an electric model, as well as the Samana 59. This model has the largest flybridge in its class and Fountaine Pajot say that it’s one of the most versatile of its yachts as it is cleverly designed for owners wanting maximum space or for accommodating a crew across six cabins. The Alegria 67 takes things even further, with a huge waterline length and oodles of space for features such the large jacuzzi in the forward cockpit. It combines luxury design and impressive comfort with being a true sailing catamaran complete with two helm stations on the flybridge and a performance rig. The largest sailing catamaran in this range is the Thira 80, a true luxury superyacht catamaran. 

The motor catamaran line-up comprises five models ranging from 36 feet to 80 feet. The MY4.S makes for an ideal weekender, with a comfortable interior and sporty looks. The MY.5 is the brand’s first flybridge motor cat, offering huge space for its 42 feet of length. The MY.6 takes this style further, its stepped hull, 380 or 480-horsepower engines, and elegant design allowing you to travel further and for longer in comfort.

The largest two models in the range are the Power 67 and the Power 80, whose luxury styling, impeccable design, and extraordinary living spaces make these true superyachts. They can travel long distances across oceans while accommodating 12 guests and a crew.