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bavaria 36 cruiser-Test
Sailing yacht · 36 ft (11 m) · Sami
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- bavaria
- Modell
- 36 cruiser
- Länge
- 36 ft (11 m)
- Gäste
- 8
- Kabinen
- 3
Urteil
A practical family cruiser with a roomy layout, easy sail handling and strong charter appeal. It is not a sporty performer, but it offers a balanced blend of comfort, simplicity and value for coastal and moderate offshore cruising.
Vorteile
- +Spacious interior for a 36ft yacht
- +3-cabin layout suits charter or family use
- +Simple sail plan and easy handling
- +Good storage and livability for cruising
- +Strong value in the used market
Nachteile
- −Not a high-performance sailing design
- −Heavier feel in light air than sportier yachts
- −Single-head layout can feel limiting for 8 guests
- −Fit and finish can vary with age and use
The Bavaria 36 Cruiser is an easy-to-understand family cruising yacht with a beamy hull, walk-through cockpit layout and a practical interior plan. In 2005 form it was built around usable volume rather than flashy styling, and the 3-cabin version makes good use of the boat’s 36-foot length. That extra space is a major reason the model has long been popular in charter fleets and among private owners.
On the water, the boat is aimed at predictable cruising behavior rather than racing speed. It is generally regarded as straightforward to handle, with a forgiving sailplan and enough stability for relaxed passagemaking. Steering and trim are oriented toward comfort and control, and the yacht rewards sensible sail management more than aggressive driving.
Comfort is one of its strongest points. The interior is bright and functional, with respectable headroom, decent-sized berths and enough stowage for cruising use. With 8-guest capacity and 3 cabins, it can work well for charter or family sailing, though a single heads compartment may feel busy on full-boat trips.
Overall value remains a key strength. The Bavaria 36 Cruiser offers a lot of boat for the money, especially on the secondhand market, and its simple systems and widespread ownership history make it a practical choice. Buyers prioritizing pace or premium finish may look elsewhere, but those wanting an affordable, comfortable cruiser will find it hard to dismiss.


