Cruising Production Boats
Dufour Yachts Cruising Sails
Renowned for their blend of innovative design, performance, and comfort — Dufour boats deliver a uniquely pleasurable sailing experience crafted for both leisure and sporty adventures.
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About Dufour Yachts
Whether you’re exploring coastal waters on weekends or crossing oceans, the outstanding range of Dufour cruising sailboats is built for the journey.
Founded in France in 1964 by naval architect Michel Dufour, Dufour Yachts has risen to global acclaim thanks to decades of delivering elegant monohull sailboats designed for long-lasting cruises and day sails alike. Their pioneering use of fiberglass led to robust, stylish hulls while collaborations with designers such as Umberto Felci have ensured modern Dufour models remain at the cutting edge of functionality and aesthetics. Dufour’s range, spanning from 31 ft to 61 ft, is marked by thoughtful deck layouts, ample living spaces, and impressive sailing performance — making them a firm favorite among cruising enthusiasts.
AT A GLANCE
FOUNDED
1964 by Michel Dufour, France
RANGE
31 ft to 61 ft
DESIGN PARTNERS
Umberto Felci and others
Most popular Dufour cruising models
Every sail is built to order for your exact model. Don’t see yours? We hold patterns and rig data for the whole range — just ask.
Dufour 31
Famous for its durability and classic lines.
Dufour 37
An innovative model featuring a scow-bow design for modern performance and comfort.
Dufour 41
The newest iteration, designed for luxury coastal cruising and easy handling.
Dufour 44
A spacious, performance-oriented cruiser with elegant living arrangements.
Dufour 390
Popular for combining interior volume with noteworthy sailing capabilities.
Dufour 470
Award-winning for its blend of speed, space, and contemporary design.
Our team of experts is here to give your cruising yacht the perfect sail plan — sails designed for optimum cruising performance, model by model.
Choose the construction that fits your sailing
The same craftsmanship as our racing sails, optimized for comfort and ease of handling — in the cloth and construction that suits how you use the boat.
Cruising Dacron
Durable woven polyester — the long-life choice for coastal and bluewater cruising.
Hybrid woven & laminates
Better shape holding than Dacron with cruising-friendly handling and weight.
X-Drive®
Load-path tapes bonded to a light laminate — shape retention for performance cruisers.
Titanium
Continuous carbon load paths laid dry between shaped films — the lightest, stiffest option.
Get a free, no-obligation quote
Request a custom sail quote for your Dufour and let us help maximize your time on the water. Your request goes to the nearest UK Sailmakers loft or representative, who will follow up with you directly.
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