Newsletter September 2025

Greetings from Eckernförde,

After a 12-week voyage, we have returned to Eckernförde with our Saare 47. Without any problems on board and thanks to the excellent technical equipment, this journey across the Baltic Sea was pure enjoyment. The weather was mostly fantastic—up in the far north of Finland, the Åland Islands, and eastern Sweden, we had almost nothing but clear blue skies, often 25 to over 30 degrees, and a wonderful time on board.

Sailors who have never experienced the clear skies and unique light of the north, the peace and seclusion of anchorages and the skerries, the breathtaking sunsets, and more than 20 hours of sunshine have definitely missed out.
Every Baltic sailor should make such a voyage at least once in their lifetime.

At the shipyard, work is in full swing on the next Saare Yachts.
Our small yard in Estonia is in a good position. Since we only build a few yachts each year, we are always delighted to find enthusiastic customers who are fulfilling their dream.

For many shipyards—especially the large-scale manufacturers in France and Germany—sales figures are dramatically poor. But even medium-sized yards in Denmark and Sweden are struggling. Business in the U.S. market is no longer viable, large parts of the workforce have had to be laid off, and production is being shifted more and more to low-wage countries for cost reasons.

We are pleased that we can continue to win customers over with our Saare Yachts. With outstanding quality, a high degree of customization, and comprehensive service, we offer unique advantages that our customers truly appreciate.

The next possible delivery date for a Saare Yacht is now at the beginning of 2027. After that, we already have an order for another 38.2.

If you would like to sail your new Saare Yacht in 2027, now is the time to seriously consider it and place your order for your very own Saare—especially since we already have additional orders for 2027.

You are always very welcome to visit us in Eckernförde to view Saare Yachts and have a relaxed conversation with us. Please arrange your visit with us in advance. We will be glad to show you the Saare Yachts here in Eckernförde

Many customers and interested parties have already visited the yard to see firsthand how a Saare Yacht—or even their very own—is being built.

Today, we would like to invite you to come to Estonia as well. Perhaps you have some time to spend a few days on the beautiful island of Saaremaa and would also enjoy experiencing the vibrant city of Tallinn. Between Hanseatic heritage and cutting-edge IT technology, Tallinn reveals many fascinating faces.

https://visitestonia.com/en

We will be happy to support you with your travel planning, provide hotel and restaurant recommendations, and show you the convenient ways to travel from Tallinn to Kuressaare. You will enjoy it.
Between November 9 and December 12, Thomas Nielsen will be at the yard and looks forward to welcoming you there.

The next available dates will then be in February / March 2026.

YACHTING MONTHLY – Saare 47
A new video from the United Kingdom is now online. Very professional, with lots of details and fantastic sailing footage, this long video showcases the Saare 47.

SEGELN – September 2025
In the current issue, you will find a very detailed and thorough test of the Saare 41.2. The informative report, complete with excellent photos, gives you a comprehensive insight into the design, build quality, and sailing characteristics. Note: This press article is in German.

Saare Yachts

We continually receive inquiries from sailors interested in buying a used Saare. All models and sizes are in demand.

Unfortunately, we can only rarely offer a used Saare. While almost all used Saare yachts are sold through us—the owners are happy to entrust us with this task and rely on our expertise—Saare yachts are usually sailed by their owners for many years. Once someone has a Saare, they hardly ever part with it.

If you are considering selling your Saare, please feel free to give us a call.

Saare 47
The Saare 47 is now 1½ seasons old. This yacht can be admired in several test reports and videos. The Saare 47 sails exceptionally well and is equipped with outstanding luxury.
It is a yacht suitable for long-term living and sailing, with all the necessary technical equipment on board.

Dufour 40

We sold this Dufour 40 in 2005. At that time, we were Dufour dealers, and the 40 was the best Dufour of that period. We ourselves sailed our own Dufour 40 very successfully in many regattas over the years.

The offered Dufour 40 is a first-hand yacht, lightly sailed, well maintained (always stored indoors during winter), and received new EPEX sails in 2023.

H-Boat
This brand-new H-Boat was built by Saare Yachts OÜ in Estonia. It has now been measured and is available for sale. The boat can be viewed at any time at our location in Eckernförde.

Stormer 7

The Stormer 7 was built a few years ago by Saare Yachts OÜ.
The boat was stored in our hall in the meantime and was also displayed at two boat shows. Both the boat and its equipment are practically like new.

This elegant small motor yacht made of fiberglass features a traditional clinker-style design. The dark blue hull and flawless teak deck make this yacht a real eye-catcher.

For most of us, the season isn’t over yet. Enjoy the last weeks—the harbors are less crowded, everything is quieter, and the days are slowly getting shorter. Often it’s noticeably cooler, and the evenings on board are cozy, offering peace and relaxation.

Your Nielsen family