Receive the specification
Yacht for sale

STERNA

Designed by the renowned naval architect German Frers, STERNA is a SWAN 53 built by Nautor, a sailboat that combines elegance, performance, and comfort. Launched in 1988, this yacht has been fully refitted and prepared for the Ocean Globe Race 2023, ensuring exceptional reliability and robustness. Its 2.30 m draft allows for easy access to anchorages while maintaining excellent sailing performance.

After competing in the Cape 2 Rio 2023, sailing from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, STERNA then continued its journey to France and the United Kingdom, passing through Recife, Saint Lucia, and the Azores. Its offshore racing pedigree is a testament to its outstanding seaworthiness and optimized design for long-distance sailing.

The interior, designed to accommodate up to 8 guests, features four elegant and functional cabins, including a spacious aft cabin with a double bed, two forward cabins with bunk beds, a large saloon that seats eight guests and a well-equipped galley with a double stainless-steel sink, oven, and four-burner stove.
The navigation area includes a classic chart table, a full Raymarine electronic system, an Echomax radar, an AIS Class B, and an ICOM M802 SSB radio.

Thanks to its numerous upgrades and recent refits, STERNA is a high-performance, safe, and comfortable sailing yacht, perfect for offshore cruising or competing in prestigious races. Its remarkable sailing history, robust Nautor Swan construction, and carefully designed interior make it an ideal choice for sailing and adventure enthusiasts.

 

Special Features :

- Complete sail set (ULLMAN, overhauled in 2022-2023)

- Raymarine electronics & full navigation system

- Optimized autonomy: watermaker, solar panels, generator

- Category A safety equipment – Ready for offshore racing

Model Swan 53 Year built 1988 Builder NAUTOR Architect German Frers Length 16,15 m Beam 4,73 m Draft 2,30 m Displacement 19,58 t Construction GRP
Fuel capacity 460 l Water capacity 870 l Flag South Africa

News & publications

  • MANE ET NOCTE at the Antigua Charter Yacht Show
    October 28, 2025

    MANE ET NOCTE at the Antigua Charter Yacht...

    BGYB is delighted to announce that MANE ET NOCTE will be showcased at the prestigious Antigua Charter Yacht Show this December. This exceptional Lagoon 77 sailing catamaran is a true celebration of luxury and performance, thanks to her 2025 refit. Her expansive outdoor areas...

    read more
  • BGYB Sold the Racing Yacht Botin 65 SPIRIT OF LORINA!
    October 28, 2025

    BGYB Sold the Racing Yacht Botin 65 SPIRIT OF...

    Bernard Gallay Yacht Brokerage is proud to announce the exclusive in-house sale of SPIRIT OF LORINA, an exceptional racing yacht designed by Botin & Partners and launched in 2015 by King Marine. This 20-metre carbon-built yacht is a technological and design marvel, combining...

    read more
  • TEASING MACHINE: Price Drop for This Exceptional Racer
    October 27, 2025

    TEASING MACHINE: Price Drop for This...

    TEASING MACHINE is the result of a collaboration between some of the most renowned names in competitive sailing. Designed by Bernard Nivelt and Laurent Pagès and built by King Marine, this One Off 54 follows the pure tradition of high-end IRC racers. With victories in the...

    read more
All news

Similar boats for sale

Contact us

info@bernard-gallay.com — +33 467 66 39 93

Thanks for contacting us.We will get back to you shortly.

Your email already exists.

news-3
bg_newsLetter

Sign up to our newsletter