Cannes Yachting Festival 2025
The Cannes Yachting Festival 2025 is coming up fast (9–14 September). Let’s take a closer look at this iconic boat show with a focus on sailing multihulls, plus a look at the show’s history, how to get there, and why it’s truly unmissable.
Event Overview & Background
- Founded in 1977, the Festival—originally called the Salon de la Navigation de Plaisance—has evolved into Europe’s largest in‑water boat show, and is now in its 48th edition, running 9–14 September 2025 at Vieux Port and Port Canto in Cannes.
- In 2024, the show hosted around 55,000 visitors, 650 exhibitors, and 700 boats (5–50 m), and 2025 is set to match or exceed those numbers.
- The Vieux Port is devoted to motor yachts and the Superyacht Extension; Port Canto showcases sailing boats, multihulls, brokerage, and water toys — with a dedicated multihull zone at the Espace Voile area.
- Cannes is well connected by rail (TGV to Paris), Nice Côte d’Azur Airport (~24 km away), and local buses; both port marinas are easily accessible from the city centre.
Sailing Multihulls Highlight Zone
Although the official boat list is extensive, here are some key sailing multihulls expected at the show, along with their standout features:
Lagoon EIGHTY 2 (Premiere)
- Lagoon’s new flagship catamaran, offering top‑of‑class space, full flybridge, and an open-plan saloon.
- Known for its sleek styling and flexible interior layouts for both private ownership and charter use.
Kinetic KC54
- A high‑performance sailing catamaran featuring lightweight construction and modern hydrodynamics to enhance speed and ease of handling. This is the KC54’s premiere in Europe
- Designed for swift passage‑making with minimal crew, a hallmark of Kinetic’s long-distance cruising philosophy.
C-Cat 65
- The new flagship from Comar Yachts. This will be one of the main attractions in Cannes
Other notable multihulls
- Silent Yachts SY80 Flybridge, making its world debut with multiple guest suites and panoramic helm station.
- Sunreef ULTIMA 55, making a European debut as a hybrid‑powered multihull blending energy efficiency with high‑end style.
- Fountaine Pajot New 41 – making her premiere
- Balance 580 – the European premiere
- Garcia Explocat 52 – the aluminium explorer will be maing an appearance in Cannes
- Others expected include models from Sunreef, and builders such as Vaan, Catana, Bali, Lagoon, MODX, Leopard, Nautitech, Neel, Outremer, Privilege, Seawind, Cataruga
Why Cannes Yachting Festival Is Unmissable
- World Premiere Venue: With around 130 new models unveiled each year—including multihulls like the SY80 and ULTIMA 55—this festival sets design trends in the industry.
- In‑water Display: Boats are toured berth‑side, plus sea‑trials are offered for many models—ideal for real‑world impressions.
- Focused Multihull Zone: The dedicated sailing/multihull space at Port Canto makes exploration easy and comprehensive.
- Networking & Brokerage: With brokerage, charter, and shipyard representatives on hand, attendees can engage directly with builder teams and chart financing or trade-in possibilities.
- Perfect Location & Panorama: Situated at the foot of Le Suquet and along La Croisette, the combination of luxury lifestyle, gastronomy, and portside promenade enhances the experience.
- Competitions & Events: Features like the Concours d’Élégance yacht parade, showcases on sustainability and “Innovation Routes,” plus branded VIP experiences and luxury exhibits in the Palais des Festivals.
How to Get There
- By Air: Fly into Nice Côte d’Azur Airport (~24 km), then shuttle or taxi to Cannes.
- By Train: Use the TGV from Paris (≈5.5 h) or regional lines from Marseille, Nice, or Italy.
- Local Transport: Bus Azur connects the main terminals to the marinas; some VVIP packages include water-shuttles or helicopter transfer
Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | 9–14 Sept 2025 |
| Locations | Vieux Port & Port Canto, Cannes |
| Focus | Sailing multihulls at Port Canto’s Espace Voile |
| Notables | Kinetic KC54, Lagoon EIGHTY 2 premiere, Silent SY80, Sunreef ULTIMA 55, FP41 |
| Highlights | World premieres, sea trials, Conseil d’Élégance, Luxury Gallery |
| Visitor numbers (est.) | ~55,000; ~700 boats; ~650 exhibitors |
Final Thoughts
For anyone captivated by multihull sailing—whether an owner, charter seeker, designer, or enthusiast—Cannes Yachting Festival 2025 is the definitive show: offering panoramic vistas of cutting-edge boat design, live sea trials and global premieres.
Don’t miss the mix of glamour, performance, and innovation at the French Riviera’s premier nautical showcase!