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the Garcia world

Garcia yachts, builder of aluminium sailboats and catamarans


sailboats for blue water cruising
in all latitudes

Since its creation in 1974 in Normandy by two visionary brothers, Jean-Pierre and Jean-Louis Garcia, Garcia Yachts has established itself as a global benchmark in the construction of aluminium sailboats and catamarans. Designed for sailing enthusiasts, whether novices or seasoned sailors, the boats from Garcia Yachts boats appeal to a demanding international clientele in search of freedom, autonomy and ultimate comfort. Based in Cherbourg, the shipyard combines traditional know-how with cutting-edge technology to offer boats capable of exploring the most hostile seas as well as the warmest regions. Each model, from the legendary Exploration 45 to the recent Explocat 52, reflects a philosophy of uncompromising adventure, with one watchword: " Nowhere you can't go ".

The choice of aluminium and centreboarder : our concept

a concept that transforms experiences

Unique concept of aluminium centreboarders, twin rudders, inverted roof with deck saloon, insulated interior, double glazing and watertight door, the Garcia Yachts are unique yachts that will help you live out your dreams of adventure on the seas. Radical in their design and uncompromising in their approach, they offer a unique sailing experience thanks to their safety, comfort and autonomy.

BLUE WATER CRUISING YACHT BUILDER EXPERT

The art of designing and building exceptional yachts

In 50 years, Garcia Yachts has forged an international reputation in the design and construction of blue water cruising yachts. Designed by a team of experts, with tried-and-tested innovations, constantly improved thanks to owner feedback, built using artisanal methods by highly skilled employees within a semi-industrial organisation, Garcia yachts are benchmarks in extreme sailing.

50 years of passion

a story of daring and passion

In 1974, two metalmaker brothers, Jean-Pierre and Jean-Louis Garcia, as passionate as they were talented, had the audacity to create a shipyard in the heart of Normandy. Fifty years later, the sincerity of their approach, the rigor of their work, their attentiveness to their customers and the excellence of the more than four hundred blue water cruising boats that have left their workshops, have made Garcia a name, a benchmark, known the world over.

garcia's strengths

The
Grand large yachting group

Founded in 2003 by Xavier Desmarest and Stéphan Constance, the Grand Large Yachting group has been THE success story of the yachting industry over the past fifteen years. Indeed, in addition to its commercial and technical successes, it now boasts some real nuggets of talent: Garcia Yachts and Allures Yachting 2 shipyards specialized inaluminium, Outremer and Gunboat 2 emblematic multihull brands.In addition to boat design and construction, these shipyards offer future owners comprehensive support through the group's service company, Grand Large Services. From the earliest stages of their project to its completion, future owners benefit from attentive listening and personalized support, before, during and after sailing. Beyond the boat that brings us together, we want to build a lasting relationship of trust with you, based on transparency and sincerity.

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The
aluminium pleasure boats division

With the exception of the boiler rooms, which require dedicated spaces, the Garcia Yachts and Allures Yachting are physically based in Cherbourg and share the same premises. The founders of Grand Large Yachting wanted and implemented this proximity in order to have a local production tool, fully mastered and able to offer great flexibility to each of the shipyards. Open to future owners, this shared facility enables us to meet their specific requirements.This integrated production facility is a real strength of the Allures Yachting and Garcia Yachts. It comprises:Two design offices in Cherbourg, working hand-in-hand to meet specific requirements and share know-howTwo boiler works, one in Brittany, the other in NormandyA joinery facility in VendéeA composite manufacturing site in NormandyAn assembly bay in Cherbourg capable of accommodating up to 10 boats simultaneously.The shipyards Garcia Yachts and Allures Yachting are thus able to offer products that are at once very different (both in the programs targeted and in the lines of the yachts produced, as well as in their equipment) but which all benefit from the know-how and experience of the engineers, craftsmen and journeymen who work every day on the design and construction of the boats.

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