Dufour 44 For Sale

The Dufour 44 channels the builder’s six decades of cruising-yacht expertise into a hull designed for blue-water passages and competitive weekend racing alike. At 13.9 metres, she sits at the heart of the range where volume, performance and handling converge most naturally, delivering a sailing yacht that rewards ambition without demanding a professional crew.nnUmberto Felci’s hull form balances a fine waterline entry for comfort in a seaway with sufficient beam to generate the stability needed for confident heavy-air sailing. Standard power comes from a 45 cv diesel saildrive, with a Smart Electric hybrid option through Dufour’s ODSea+ system that pairs lithium batteries with hydrogeneration for silent coastal motoring at zero emissions.nnBelow deck, layout options range from a dedicated two-cabin owner’s plan to a three-cabin arrangement that sleeps up to eight. The saloon centres on a longitudinal galley open to both the dining area and the cockpit, maintaining the flow of light and conversation that defines modern Dufour interiors. Hull glazing along the waterline extends the horizon into every living space, while recycled-material textiles and light timber finishes reflect the 2026 Millesime design direction.nnOn deck, the cockpit is configured for intuitive crew workflow: sheets, halyards and reefing lines lead aft to twin helm stations, leaving the side decks clear for safe passage forward. A 3D configurator allows buyers to specify their ideal layout before visiting the La Rochelle yard.