Fountaine Pajot Catamarans

Sailing Catamarans | French Built

Why Buy A Fountaine Pajot with Horizon

Established in 1976, Fountaine Pajot is one of the world’s largest and most respected builders of luxury cruising catamarans, producing models from 40 to 82 feet. Based near the iconic sailing port of La Rochelle, France, every yacht is built to Det Norske Veritas Certification ISO 9001 and 9002—a rigorous global quality standard ensuring precision and reliability. Fountaine Pajot’s in-house design team collaborates with internationally acclaimed naval architects Joubert/Nivelt and Berret/Racoupeau to ensure each yacht reflects a perfect balance of:

Performance, Safety & Comfort

French Craftsmanship

Innovative Engineering

Explore the Fountaine Pajot Range

Fountaine Pajot’s sailing catamarans deliver spacious living, superb performance, and enduring value. The brand’s latest designs continue to set benchmarks in comfort and innovation for long-distance cruising and island hopping alike.

Sea Trial a Fountaine Pajot in France! 

Once a year, Fountaine Pajot hosts exclusive private tours in La Rochelle, France. This is a rare opportunity to visit and test a wide selection of Fountaine Pajot luxury catamarans, including the newest models and releases. Along with the Horizon Yacht Sales Team, the full Fountaine Pajot team will be on hand to discuss model options, purchase pathways, and financing solutions tailored to your cruising plans.

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Horizon's Longstanding History With Fountaine Pajot

Horizon Yacht Sales has been proudly selling Fountaine Pajot catamarans since 2006, offering expert advice and hands-on experience to help owners select and customise their ideal yacht. Our close relationship with the shipyard means we understand these models inside and out—our team regularly visits the factory in La Rochelle to stay up to date with the latest innovations.

When you purchase through Horizon, you gain the support of a trusted Caribbean dealership that combines technical expertise with a personal, owner-focused approach. Whether for private use or charter ownership, we’ll help ensure your Fountaine Pajot is perfectly suited to your lifestyle.

Why Choose a Fountaine Pajot

  1. Innovative Design: Light-filled interiors with exceptional headroom and open layouts for easy onboard living.

  2. Superior Comfort: Extended coach roofs and solid biminis offer protection from sun and heat while maintaining walkaround access.

  3. Offshore Capability: High bridge deck clearance ensures a smooth ride, even in challenging conditions.

  4. Ease of Movement: Clear side decks and unobstructed foredecks make handling and anchoring effortless.

  5. Performance & Safety: Optimised hull shapes and foam core buoyancy provide speed, stability, and resilience—built to keep you safe at sea.

  6. Exceptional Build Quality: Constructed under strict ISO-certified standards for durability and longevity.

Fountaine Pajot catamarans are also designed with reserve buoyancy and watertight bulkheads, offering peace of mind and impressive seaworthiness in all conditions.

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