Beneteau Oceanis 46.1

The Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 is the winner in the Family Cruiser category. This cruise ship from world market leader Beneteau shares the same lines as the Oceanis 51.1, which was nominated last year—with one key difference: The 46.1 has more sail area, resulting in even better sailing characteristics thanks to a balanced rigging that creates excellent lift. Below deck, she offers up to ten berths in five cabins. The boat is fully configurable, modern, and has a highly attractive design. Below you can read what the international press has said about the new Oceanis 46.1.

"Following the best-selling and award-winning Oceanis 45, the new 46.1 is one of, if not THE, cornerstone of Beneteau's cruising range. With distinctly new hull lines and a vast amount of space in the cockpit and below in the cabin, she marks a major step forward in the market. Designed by Finot-Conq, the 46.1 received early praise in various independent tests for her beautifully balanced twin-rudder system, ease of handling, and agile performance."

For the world's largest boat builder, replacing a highly successful model is never easy. With the construction of over 600 Beneteau Oceanis 45 sailing yachts, a huge challenge lay in the hands of the French designers.

The team of Pascal Conq and Nauta Design, in close consultation with Beneteau's top designer Gianguido Girotto, has succeeded with 100% certainty in presenting a worthy successor: the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1.

Designed with the same sleek yet flowing lines that characterize the Beneteau Oceanis 51.1, the Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 is sure to make a splash at the upcoming boat shows and various nautical competitions.