The Allures 51.9 sits at the top of the Cherbourg yard’s production range, and she carries that flagship status with substance rather than spectacle. At 15.58 metres overall and 18.20 tonnes displacement, she has the waterline length and mass to maintain speed and comfort through sustained ocean passages while her aluminum construction provides the resilience that prudent offshore sailors demand.nnHer integral centerboard system drops to 3.25 metres for serious upwind work, then retracts to 1.34 metres when the destination calls for thin water. That 1.91-metre swing transforms her from an ocean crosser to a shallow-water explorer in the time it takes to turn a handle, a capability that no fixed-keel yacht of this size can match.nnThree cabins and six berths define the standard layout, with the aft owner’s suite spanning the full beam and offering en-suite facilities, natural light from hull portlights, and stowage that anticipates months rather than weekends aboard. The saloon is designed around passage life: a settled navigation station, a galley that functions at 20 degrees of heel, and seating that converts from dining to relaxation without rearranging cushions. A 115hp diesel and 730 litres of fuel give the 51.9 reliable auxiliary power for calm spells and tricky harbour approaches.
Length
15.58M
Beam
4.86M
Draft
1.34M
Day Guests
6
Sleeping
6
Cabin
3
Cruise Speed
Max Speed
Fuel
730L
Engine
115hp diesel
Naval
Berret-Racoupeau
Interior
Berret-Racoupeau
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A 115 hp diesel provides serious auxiliary power for a sailing yacht, and 730 litres of fuel gives extended range under power for calms, canal transits, or tight harbour approaches. At 18.20 tonnes displacement, the 51.9 carries momentum through waves rather than bouncing over them, producing a comfortable sea motion on passages of any duration. The centreboarder geometry allows variable draft sailing: board up for coastal gunkholing, board down for windward efficiency in open water. Her beam of 4.86 metres provides the platform stability to carry a tall rig without excessive heel, and the twin rudders maintain authority at all speeds. Trade wind passages in the 140 to 160 mile per day range sit comfortably within her performance window.
At 52 feet, the welded aluminium construction shows its advantages most clearly: impact resistance that gives peace of mind in coral waters, thermal stability in high latitudes, and a structural longevity measured in decades rather than seasons. The hull is built with scantlings that exceed recreational standards, reflecting a yard that builds for owners who plan to be a long way from boatyards. Deck hardware is through-bolted with backing plates welded to the structure, eliminating the compression failures common in cored composite decks. The centreboarder trunk is fully integrated into the hull structure, adding longitudinal stiffness while providing variable draft. Paint finish is fair and consistent, with a quality that equals composite hulls and far exceeds the industrial aesthetic sometimes associated with aluminium construction.
Three cabins and six berths define the standard layout, with generous standing headroom throughout and a beam that translates into genuinely comfortable living spaces. The owner cabin forward offers a centred double berth, hanging lockers, and direct access to a private head. Aft cabins serve as guest quarters or, on extended voyages, as workshop, storage, and dive-gear lockers. The saloon is the social heart of the boat: wide settees, a substantial table, and hull windows that frame anchorages rather than block them. Joinery throughout uses timbers selected for marine durability, and the finish quality reflects hands-on craftsmanship rather than production-line efficiency. The galley is sized for serious provisioning, with deep storage, a gimbal stove, and counter space that makes passage cooking a reasonable proposition.
The cockpit of the 51.9 is a working deck and a living room combined. Protected by a rigid dodger, with deep coamings and a central table, it accommodates watches, meals, and sundowner socialising with equal ease. Helm ergonomics suit extended steering, with instruments positioned for seated visibility and sheet leads accessible without standing. Below, the saloon converts between daytime navigation centre and evening gathering point, with lighting designed for both chart work and atmosphere. Ventilation throughout is designed for the tropics: multiple hatches, dorade vents, and windscoop fittings maintain airflow in anchorages where refrigeration compressors and fans compete for battery capacity. The overall flow from stern to bow is clear and unobstructed, critical for nighttime watches and emergency response.
Built to order in Cherbourg, the 51.9 allows extensive owner specification from keel configuration through systems integration. New pricing starts from approximately 978,000 euros excluding VAT, with equipped examples typically exceeding one million euros once watermaker, solar, lithium batteries, and communications fit-out are added. Production numbers remain limited, supporting resale values and ensuring that each boat receives individual attention during build. The Allures owner community provides a practical support network that spans oceans, and the yard maintains parts and service capability for its full model history. For the buyer evaluating purpose-built aluminium cruisers at this size, the 51.9 competes directly with Garcia Exploration and Boreal yachts, offering its own balance of sailing performance, interior comfort, and construction integrity.
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