Bakea: Ocean Yawl by Laurent Giles – Elegance in Motion

The Bakea is a majestic ocean-cruising yawl, born from the drawing board of the renowned British naval architect Laurent Giles, one of the leading figures in 20th-century yacht design. Launched in 1968, with an overall length of 16.77 meters, a beam of 4.04 meters, and a displacement of 30 tons, Bakea commands respect both for her dimensions and her presence.

Built for solid, prolonged, and elegant navigation, Bakea combines a classic hull with a varnished wooden superstructure of enveloping and harmonious lines. Her yawl rig allows for multiple sail combinations, favoring balance and maneuverability in highly variable sea and wind conditions.

More than a vessel, Bakea is a floating salon for those who understand sailing as a profound and shared experience. Conceived for life aboard during long voyages, her interiors offer comfort and spaciousness without sacrificing the sobriety of noble materials and the most refined nautical style.

Bakea is also a regular participant in classic regattas in the Mediterranean, where her streamlined silhouette and perfectly proportioned sail plan make her one of the most admired yachts. Her name, meaning “peace” in Basque, also defines her sailing character: serene, solid, and without ostentation.

Technical Specifications – Bakea

• Name: Bakea

• Type: Ocean-cruising yawl

• Designer: Laurent Giles

• Year of Construction: 1968

• Hull: [Material not specified, likely classic wood or steel]

• Length Overall: 16.77 m

• Beam: 4.04 m

• Draft: 2.20 m

• Displacement: 30 tons

Key Features:

• Balanced and versatile yawl rig

• Varnished wooden superstructure

• Designed for onboard living and ocean navigation

Notable History:

• Built under British oceanic standards

• Regular participant in classic sailing regattas

• Sails with sobriety and distinction through Mediterranean waters