Tagomago: Abeking & Rasmussen’s Legacy in the Mediterranean

Dario D'Atri
May 29
2 min read

Built in 1935 by the renowned German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen, Tagomago is a classic racing yawl that seamlessly blends the elegance of the golden era with top-tier seafaring craftsmanship. Measuring 14.22 meters in length, nearly 3 meters in beam, and boasting a generous sail area of 140 m², this yacht was designed not only for competitive performance but also to captivate with its aesthetic appeal.

The keel is crafted from oak, the hull constructed with Flanders pine, the deck laid in iroko, and the main mast fashioned from Oregon pine—a combination that speaks to the nobility of its materials and the meticulous craftsmanship with which it was conceived.

In 1979, the yacht arrived in Ibiza, where its current cabin was built, and it adopted the name Tagomago II. Since then, it has sailed the Balearic and Mediterranean waters with the sobriety and steadiness of a well-balanced classic. Currently undergoing restoration, it is moored at Port Ginesta (Castelldefels), where it remains active as a sailing school vessel and for private charters.

Tagomago is more than just a floating gem; it stands as a testament to the legacy of Abeking & Rasmussen, an undisputed reference in the construction of fine racing yachts in Northern Europe. Its silhouette, reminiscent of the grand designs of the interwar period, continues to inspire both sailors and onlookers alike.