Piana 30 Cruising Catamaran – Stable, Shallow-Draft, 4-Cabin Coastal Cruiser (1994)

The Piana 30 Cruising Catamaran is a 29.5-foot (8.99 m) vessel built in 1994 by Chantier Naval Force 3, designed for stable, shallow-draft coastal cruising with exceptional comfort for up to 6 guests across 4 cabins.

As a catamaran with a wide beam of 16.33 feet, the Piana 30 offers inherent stability, making it ideal for relaxed sailing in calm waters. Its twin-keel configuration and shallow maximum draft of just 2.33 feet (80 cm) allow access to anchorages unreachable by deeper-draft boats—a significant advantage for exploring coastal regions.

The Piana 30 was conceived and designed as a simple, accessible boat that allows sailors to experience the advantages of a catamaran at a reasonable price. The design focuses on excellent sailing performance, including upwind, achieved through a light and durable construction, high stability, and low wind resistance thanks to the slender cabin structure. The hulls offer standing headroom, while the central cabin provides seated headroom only, which may be a little less comfortable for tall sailors. “Zazou” was professionally built under the supervision of designer Bertrand Desray, using marine plywood sheathed in glass and epoxy, and remains in remarkably good condition. The current owner purchased the catamaran in 2001 and has fully completed the equipment with modern electronics in addition to the existing navigation instruments. The central outboard engine is linked to the tillers. The accommodation offers space for six people inside and outside in the cockpit, and the helmsman has a dedicated seat on the wide side decks above the aft cabins. The radar mast is easily lowered.

Key Specifications

• Hull Type: Catamaran (twin-keel)
• LOA: 29.5 ft (8.99 m)
• Beam: 16.33 ft (5 m)
• Draft: 2.33 ft (80 cm)
• Sail Area: 515 sq ft (fractional sloop rig)
• Cabins: 4 with 1 head
• Guests: Up to 6
• Water Tanks: 2 × 100 L
• Fuel Tanks: 2 × 40 L

The Piana 30 features a fractional sloop rig with 28 m² (301 sq ft) mainsail and 12 m² (129 sq ft) jib, optimized for efficient handling.