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Allures Yachting: French Aluminum Excellence for Global Ocean Adventures

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Crafting 100% aluminum sailboats since 2003, blending safety, performance, and innovation for bluewater exploration.

Allures Yachting, a French shipyard founded in 2003 by Stéphan Constance and Xavier Desmarest, specializes in full-aluminum bluewater sailboats, combining artisanal craftsmanship with cutting-edge engineering. Headquartered in Normandy, the brand has become a global reference for sailors seeking “freedom without compromise” through hulls designed to conquer the world’s most challenging waters.

Innovation & Heritage

Allures’ lineup includes:

  • Allures 40.9: A 12.4m cruiser blending agility and comfort for worldwide voyages.
  • Allures 45.9: A 13.7m flagship model with a retractable keel, offering stability and shallow-water access.
  • Allures 45.9S: The brand’s first lifting-keel model, optimized for speed and efficiency.
  • Allures 51.9: A 15.8m luxury cruiser awarded “Best Full-Size Cruiser” by Cruising World.

Technical Leadership

Key features:

  • Full Aluminum Construction: Welded hulls and decks ensure durability and corrosion resistance, ideal for polar expeditions and tropical climates.
  • Retractable Keel Technology: Adjustable keels enhance maneuverability, allowing exploration of remote anchorages.
  • Sustainability: Recycled aluminum and energy-efficient systems align with eco-friendly practices.

Global Impact

Allures yachts have circumnavigated the globe, crossed the Northwest Passage, and won awards like Sail Magazine’s “Top 10 Best Boats.” Their “Owner-Centric” approach includes personalized design consultations and lifelong maintenance, ensuring every yacht reflects individual vision.

Sustainability & Future

Allures integrates “zero-waste” production processes and partners with renewable energy providers. Their “Adventure Without Limits” ethos ensures vessels adapt to any mission—from polar expeditions to tropical getaways.