OCEANIS, 40 YEARS OF ICONIC YACHTS

Every Oceanis that leaves our shipyards has one primary aim: that of the architect, who conceived every curve, every line, every element of balance. A demanding and unassuming behind-the-scenes task, where elegance is never a mere embellishment but always a necessity.

But it is on the water that these sailing boats have become iconic. It is through their owners’ devoted use and their voyages to the four corners of the world's oceans that these silhouettes have become part of the collective sailing memory: memorable, desirable, embodying something that seems almost self-evident.

Faithful to this heritage, BENETEAU has never stopped focusing on the future, championing a forward-thinking vision, in which innovation and the design of the future continue to shape increasingly daring sailing yachts, designed for the next generation of sailors.

Because every testimony enriches this shared heritage, we invite you today to share your story on board these sailboats, and to give this living heritage the breath of life that perpetuates its legacy.

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8 generations, over 30,000 models built

Discover the history of this iconic range in pictures.

40 years of memories shared with you

This year, we are not only celebrating this iconic range's anniversary, but also 40 years of memories shared with you.
Discover testimonials shared by thousands of owners who sail the world aboard our Oceanis yachts. 
 

Interview with Willy, owner of an Oceanis 30.1 and Oceanis 34.1

Oceanis 30.1 & Oceanis 34.1

Willy L.

“Sailing alone for the first time, my daughter and I, was an unforgettable moment.”

Interview with Philippe, owner of an Oceanis 37.1

Oceanis 37.1

Philippe L.

“With this sailboat, a new story remains to be written.”

Interview with Nicholas, owner of an Oceanis 37.1

Oceanis 37.1

Nicholas G.

“Turning off the engine and feeling the boat move only with the wind: that’s where the true magic of sailing an Oceanis lies.”

Interview with Francesco B., owner of an Oceanis 30.1

Oceanis 30.1

Francesco Brognara

« I love sailing in hidden coves, where the water is crystal-clear, the wind is calm and the waves are smooth. »

Interview with Pierre-Etienne T., owner of an Oceanis 31

Oceanis 31

Pierre-Etienne T.

“J’ai pour objectif de naviguer dans la Manche en solitaire, et l’Oceanis 31 est selon moi le compagnon idéal pour cette mission grâce à son équipement complet !”

The architects of a legend

Since 1986, each generation of Oceanis has pushed the limits of innovation a little further, faithful to the spirit that defines the range: freedom, conviviality and elegance at sea. Some models have become the ultimate benchmark in cruising: sailing yachts that have forged a global reputation, voyage after voyage. Behind each of these boats are architects and designers whose vision has successfully combined comfort, design and performance with rare precision, and who, generation after generation, have helped to write one of the finest chapters in the history of boat building. 

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40 years is a reason to celebrate

To celebrate this anniversary with you, our network is organising events all over the world. Sign up now for this unique experience within the Oceanis community!

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