BORN TO PERFORM

ONE DESIGN, DUAL PURPOSE

GRAND SOLEIL 44 PERFORMANCE

Born to win" is not a slogan but a fact engraved in the Grand Soleil 44's track record: four consecutive ORC World Championship titles. A 44-footer that has redefined the balance between pure speed and comfort, the result of a design challenge won by Cantiere del Pardo. The naval architecture is signed by Matteo Polli, the "ORC wizard," while the exterior lines and interiors bear the signature of Nauta Design. The GS44 is the perfect synthesis of the Grand Soleil DNA: absolute performance, Italian elegance, and the liveability of a true yacht.

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The aesthetics of speed

The Grand Soleil 44's profile is sleek, sporty, and unmistakably Italian: a masterpiece that communicates speed even at anchor. But the real secret lies beneath the waterline. The hull shapes, developed by Matteo Polli using the most advanced digital simulations, deliver immediate acceleration in light winds and extraordinary power when the breeze picks up. The generous 4.27-metre beam ensures stability and tight upwind angles. The mast, positioned slightly further aft than in traditional designs, allows for larger headsails — the true engine of the boat on downwind points of sail.

Versione Sport

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SIMPLE SAILING AND COMFORT: PERFORMANCE LAYOUT

The deck of the Performance version is designed for those who love to sail with spirit without giving up on simplicity, even when sailing as a couple or with a reduced crew. The four winches are all within the helmsman's reach: sails can be trimmed without ever leaving the wheel. The self-tacking jib, standard equipment, turns every tack into a fluid and natural motion, perfect for fast cruising. The mainsheet is fixed at the centre of the deck, leaving the cockpit clear and creating a wide relaxation area for guests, well separated from the manoeuvring zone. The integrated bowsprit makes it easy to use light sails on reaching points of sail.

Trasto Randa Recessato (opt.)

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COMPETE AT THE BEST: RACE LAYOUT

The Race version is pure racing spirit. In addition to the standard 2.60 m keel, two dedicated configurations are available: a shorter 2.40 m version for ORC racing and a deeper 2.80 m version for IRC racing, both offering top-level performance. The deck is equipped with six winches — two at the helm, two on the side decks and two on the coachroof — giving the entire crew full control over manoeuvres and a decisive advantage when racing.

AIRY, LIVEABLE, BEAUTIFUL INTERIORS

INTERNI

Below deck, the Grand Soleil 44 dispels every preconception about sporty yachts: an environment worthy of a true luxury yacht, bright and surprisingly spacious. Nauta Design's signature is evident in the choice of materials, the care given to the finishes, and the natural light that pours in through the generous hull and coachroof windows. The layout features three cabins and two heads, both with separate shower stalls — a rarity on a 44-footer in this category. The living area welcomes guests with an L-shaped galley, a U-shaped sofa seating eight, and a second side sofa. The Performance version integrates overhead lockers for stowage worthy of a true cruiser.