TOP 3 Best Luxury Sailing Trimarans Neel under 1 Million Euro in 2024

In this article well tell you about 3 best NEEL trimarans in category under one million euro – information, images and comparisons with our personal opinion added to the mix. All three of them are available for purchase at our marketplace – don’t hesitate to ask us any questions if interested in buying one of these beauties.

A sailing trimaran is a vessel with three parallel floats, which are connected to each other at the top. The trimaran is one of the youngest types of sailing yachts that appeared in the 20th century and has been developing rapidly over the past 20-30 years.

They are designed for people who prefer high speed on the water with minimal engine power and fuel consumption. The advantages of these vessels include the combination of a large deck and interior space with simplified navigation and high seaworthiness. They feel great on the wave, providing a smooth ride, and can withstand serious loads.

NEEL Trimarans is one of the most popular brands from France, which has released a number of models of sailing cruising trimarans, has won a large number of prestigious awards, and most importantly, has gained sympathy and high demand from yachtsmen all over the world. Such attention is due to the fact that their boats largely manage to combine the maneuverability and speed of monohulls with the comfort and convenience of catamarans.

Neel 65 Trimaran

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NEEL65T

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1,730,000.00 €

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Neel 43 Trimaran

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NEEL43T

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406,500.00 €

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Leen 56

CODE:

LEEN56

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1,260,000.00 €

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Leen 50

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LEEN50

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899,000.00 €

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NEEL Trimarans boats owe their futuristic appearance to the talented designer Marc Lombard and designers from La Rochelle, one of the world capitals of shipbuilding with rich experience and traditions. In the article, we intend to consider the available models, their strengths and weaknesses in the stated price category.

NEEL 43

NEEL Trimarans 43 is a 12.9 m (42.3 ft) sailing single-masted cruising trimaran, the most compact model of the entire company range with 3 passenger cabins and a rather high draft of 1.5 m (4.9 ft) for a trimaran. The boat has been produced since 2021, and it largely resembles its more massive predecessors in terms of design. The base of the hull is a fiberglass and composite vacuum-sprayed sandwich, using PVC and PET materials and reinforced carbon fiber.

The design of the 43rd combines a central movable hull, which facilitates maneuvering in port, with streamlined side floats that provide stability and prevent pitching. The side floats are narrow right at the waterline and much more voluminous above the water surface, under the central hull there is a monolithic keel and one rudder. The center hull keel protects the engine block and steering gear.

Designed for high speeds and maneuverability, the NEEL 43 carefully balances weight reduction with sufficient payload capacity for long trip. About 80% of the weight is concentrated in the hull, while the skeg keel helps to better navigate the wind and the large single rudder gives the impression that you are at the helm of a monohull.

The centralized weight allows the trimaran to operate in a wider range of winds than catamarans, since the three-float Neel 43 can typically lean for about eight degrees, and with a beam of about 7.5 m (24.6 ft), its stability is enormous. The side floats are stretched to provide directional stability and shift the center of buoyancy depending on the load on the mainsail.

Reducing the size of the boat compared to its previous models in no way reduces the appetite of yachtsmen, who want more equipment, more supplies, more water, more fuel, more people on board.

For any multi-hull vessel, weight on board and lack of storage space are real issues and an important part of the equation, but this yacht's designers did a good job and found a way to lighten the hull by several tons and provide a modest displacement of 9 tons and still maintaining to deliver serious trimaran performance.

The sail plan consists of a mainsail and a roller staysail, while an asymmetric spinnaker makes it easier to sail upwind. Mainsail’s sailing area of 59 m2 (635 ft2) and a genoa of 43 m2 (463 ft2) gives us about 17 m2 (183 ft2) per ton, which is a lot. This provides an average cruising speed of about 10 knots, easily allowing you to pass more than 200 nautical miles every day, and when the breeze increases, the speed of the trimaran develops up to impressive 15-18 knots. The rigging is directly borrowed from racing trimarans, which results in a cruising speed that is twice the speed of conventional cruising yachts.

A staircase from the cockpit leads to the skipper's place, and there is also an opportunity to quickly get there from the deck. The only helm and helm station are elevated on the starboard side of the vessel, there are also several additional seats so that the skipper does not get bored alone, and a canopy to protect from bad weather. The bimini has a transparent section at the top so that you can easily observe the condition of the sails.

This location offers excellent visibility to the entire side of the starboard hull, the stern and the edge of the port float. All sheets and halyards pass through the organizers and converge to the winches at the skipper's post at arm's length.

The interior design of NEEL 43 uses modern lightweight materials. Over the years, NEEL's residential design has evolved. This is especially noticeable aboard the 43, where entering the saloon gives the feel of volume thanks to the 360-degree panoramic views and exceptional lighting.

The trimarans feature a single living space that includes a bridge, a central galley, a spacious saloon, three double cabins and two bathrooms. Furniture is offered in several modern eco-friendly materials at your choice. The floors are covered in heavy-duty, high-tech woven polyester, available in a wide range of colors.

Headroom in the cabin is about 1.95 meters (10.8 ft). The feeling of spaciousness is provided by large windows on the starboard side and the absence of a bulkhead on the port side. Of course, there is less privacy in the cabins compared to the cabins of a regular 43 ft catamaran. Such a boat is often the choice for family vacations or for friends, who know each other well. The decoration of the premises is quite simple, yet bright and colorful. A relatively compact galley is located on the starboard side, and next to it is the watch seat and navigational instrument panel. There is plenty of storage space.

The owner's cabin is the only one with a traditional door - inside we will find a very bright room, a large bed and a stunning view through the portholes around the cabin. To isolate yourself from the saloon, it is enough to draw the curtains, ventilation is provided through opening hatches. The double cabin in front of the central hull is accessible from the saloon.

Another cabin on the port side is fully open to the saloon. It is more like just a sleeping place with a large tatami-like bed, which, if necessary, is fenced off with a curtain and can be a great resting place for younger children. Although the NEEL 43 has three double berths, the company says its total capacity can be increased to 10 people as the manufacturer offers as an option to convert the float forepeaks to single berths and change the dining area so that the dining table can be converted into a double bed.

In the cockpit there is a spacious L-shaped dining area with a bar, grill and an additional wide bench facing the stern. Sturdy double sliding doors enclose the saloon, while deep scuppers protect it from water.

On the sides there are handrails that will secure the way to the bow, where we will find two solar panels located on the roof, which are able to power the on-board electronics and the refrigerator. The bows of the floats are narrow, but so deep that extra berths can be placed there, although in the model that we came across, this area was used for storing fenders. A strong bowsprit extends the center hull to support the bow and anchor, as well as the tack point for the lee sails. And the trampolines here are really huge.

So discerning sailors should look to the high-performance NEEL 43 cruiser since it lives up to its design mission: being a stable and fast boat while offering a comfortable interior.

NEEL 47

A year after the launch of the successful NEEL 51 model in 2018, the French shipyard updated the range with the no less successful 47th model. Sailing yacht NEEL Trimaran 47 has been produced by the shipyard since 2019 - it is a sailing cruising trimaran with a length of 14.33 m (45.9 ft) with 3 passenger cabins and a draft of 1.58 m (3.3 ft).

NEEL 47 is easily recognizable among its brothers due to the smooth contours of the hull and the strict superstructure with slightly beveled glazing, making the trimaran look solid, powerful and even to some extent predatory.

The interiors of the boat are designed in Mediterranean style. The yacht successfully combines the advantages expected from multihull cruising: safety, performance and comfort for a full life on board. The ship has won two Cruising Magazines awards: “2020 Cruise Boat of the Year” and “2020 Multihull of the Year”, proving that it is full of innovation.

The trimaran structure consists of sandwich panels throughout the hull and deck, with an Airex PVC foam core impregnated with vacuum polyester resin between fiberglass skins. The outer layer is coated with vinyl ester resins that help prevent osmosis. To reduce weight, the internal bulkheads and most of the furniture are also made of foam or light cork. The main body and floats are built as a single three-piece unit, which made the structure very rigid. The deck is glued to the hull with a strong aircraft-grade adhesive.

Movement stability is provided by a fixed ballastless keel with foam filler under the main body. The keel and hull are not a single part of a monolithic structure - the keel is specifically attached as a separate part and, according to the plan of the developers, should come off in the event of a strong collision.

As with catamarans, the wide strut eliminates the need for a backstay, allowing a powerful square head mainsail to be hoisted. In the front triangle, you can use either a genoa or an automatic staysail.

The yacht has received CE (A) certification, which means that the boat is ready for transatlantic crossings and will provide the necessary comfort for the entire company on long autonomous voyages. The design of a trimaran is usually heavier than a catamaran, but due to narrower bridges it is stronger and more stable. This is not the case for the NEEL Trimarans - a 47-foot half-load boat displaces only 10.6 tons. So, it's no surprise that with centered weight and a judicious choice of materials, the boat easily hits 220 nautical miles in 24 hours.

To provide better visibility, the engineers moved the helm station to a separate elevated section with an excellent view that can be accessed both from the cockpit and from the deck. All the ends were also brought here, so a small crew will cope with the boat just fine. The rudder was very responsive, light and pleasant to the touch, and could be compared to a half-displacement racing monohull.

On the transom of the yacht there is a place for a dinghy, which is very easy to manage here. Indeed, thanks to remote control and winches, one person can successfully hoist it from the water and secure it firmly when needed. Dinghy does not flap in its place (it is really a very nice touch), it does not need to be additionally tied or somehow strengthened, which for some reason is not common. The aft deck is shielded from the sun by a hardtop that houses multiple solar panels, providing additional power to electrical appliances and saving fuel on a long voyage.

The design of the interior and exterior is called the Cockloon, which means an organic mixture of saloon and cockpit. It sounds a little childish, but the essence is true. The cabin, aft area and saloon are placed on the same level, which is quite convenient, and you never risk falling on the stairs. A wide sliding glass door can be used to divide this space depending on the weather and personal preferences.

The cockpit is conditionally divided into two recreation areas: a living room with a couple of sofas and a dining room. At the same time, there is a lot of space, and there is still a free passage in the middle, which is not surprising, because the width of the boat is 8.23 m (26.2 ft). The aft cockpit leads directly into the dining area of the saloon on the port side, which is adjacent to the U-shaped galley with two sinks, a refrigerator and a stove.

A large navigation table is located at the front of the saloon. NEEL 47's sophisticated interior design, combined with exceptional natural light from multiple portholes and skylights, creates a sense of well-being. The vibe of the saloon gives you a feeling of warmth and coziness due to the light Alpi wood in natural beige shades used.

The owner's cabin on the main deck is certainly unique. This configuration offers breathtaking 270-degree views and thanks to a sliding partition system, the cabin opens easily and harmoniously into the saloon.

Access to the master double cabin is via a very wide doorway that opens directly onto the walkway between the galley and the aft saloon. All living areas of the main hull, including the aft deck, are on the same level, with the exception of the main toilet and shower.

With less usable horizontal space than catamarans, the NEEL 47 uses vertical space very efficiently.

Under the saloon and galley floor there is a very spacious utility room containing fuel and water tanks, plumbing manifolds and AC and DC electrical systems including batteries, but not a generator.

Two guest private cabins are occupying the floats, each with its own ladder leading to the deck. The side windows provide plenty of light and great views with plenty of space under the wide double beds to store luggage and gear. A wardrobe and a shelf for clothes and accessories play more of a decorative role. Each cabin is equipped with its own sink and can also be equipped with a pair of toilets hidden behind a folding boarding ladder and a shower hose on the side.

To sum it up, the NEEL 47 is an interesting boat with a lot of ingenuity. This is a yacht that will resonate with those yachtsmen who are primarily drawn to the sea looking for the sheer joy of sailing.

NEEL 52

The new sailing trimaran is a new concept based on reiteration of the previous experience by the same Marc Lombard, who was also responsible for the design of previous models. The new multihull NEEL 52 replaces the successful cruising NEEL 51.

The trimaran NEEL 52 has some dynamic improvements in its design. Its central oscillating hull and thin and long outer hulls facilitate maneuverability and tacking, greatly increasing stability and sailing performance. The engine and other primary systems are installed in the central hull, and the task of the side floats is to stabilize the trimaran.

This is a serious issue, since the weak point of many trimarans is poor controllability when maneuvering under the engine at low speed, namely when mooring and especially in bulk wind. The hull is large and wide, the draft is small, the surface part of the hull is voluminous, and there is only one propeller and engine, unlike the catamarans, where there are 2 engines and 2 propellers that allow you to turn the vessel on the spot.

Nevertheless, NEEL adequately coped with this task. This large trimaran can sail in wind speeds not less than 8 knots. This is a trick that any other multihull with the same dimensions is unlikely to repeat. The trimaran requires minimal power to accelerate, so fuel is consumed sparingly, saving the captain from thinking about refueling for a long time.

The cruise speed of a trimaran with a strong engine in calm weather is 9 knots, which is significantly higher than that of catamarans and monohulls of the same length. But still, the best qualities of a trimaran are discovered while sailing. The cruising speed under sail is 10 knots, and with sufficient wind and skillful settings, the trimaran accelerates up to 15-18 knots, while providing fairly high stability and smoothness.

The sailing systems of the vessel are thought out and arranged in such a way that one person can easily control the boat, reef and maneuver. With its colorful modern silhouette and sleek lines, the boat exudes power, speed, safety and elegance.

Materials and technologies proven on previous models were used to made the floats:

• reinforced carbon fiber;
• composite sandwich;
• vacuum infusion.

The width of the yacht is 7.9 m (26 ft), half of its total length – 15.8 m (52 ft). It can carry two 600-liter fresh water tanks and accommodate up to 12 passengers.

Trimarans are capable of faster speeds than monohull yachts or similarly sized catamarans. Until recently, boats were used as sports boats capable of reaching high speeds. The vessel is suitable for all cruising programs, including short cruises, long voyages and competitive racing.

But now we can even get a charter version of the vessel with a lot of additional options. You will be able to adjust the number of guest cabins, as well as to control the decoration and arrangement of the interior of the owner's cabin, saloon and cockpit. The trimaran is available in a variety of layouts, including four, five or six cabins, with a choice of an owner's cabin on one level or a huge saloon with an enlarged galley and breakfast bar, as well as one or two crew cabins.

When designing the hulls, the architects also had to take into account the load on long-haul trips, increased fuel consumption, provisions and water, and as a result, the carrying capacity of the NEEL 52 came out to be 19.5 tons.

NEEL’s trimarans are also known for their unsurpassed handling. This is due to the unique design of the rudder, controlled by textile straps on ball bearing blocks, where the rudder beam is mounted on self-aligning bearings.

The sail plan consists of a mainsail with 3 reefs and a furling staysail on a structural wire inside the sail. The asymmetrical spinnaker makes it easier to sail downwind.

The company offers 2 mounting options to choose from:

• Conventional rigging where the mast and boom are made of aluminum and the standing rigging is made of stainless-steel wire.
• High performance rigging where the mast is made of carbon with an aluminum boom and the standing rigging is made of textile, except for the forestay, which remains wire.

The height difference between the two mast versions is 70 cm (2.3 ft).

The helm station is particularly ergonomic thanks to the triple seat and easy access from the cockpit or deck, allowing for easy communication between skipper and crew so the helmsman is not excluded from social life on board. The trimaran's rigging is centralized and is concentrated at the helm station. Reefing, furling and raising sails, as well as tacking, adjusting sails and anchoring, can be done by the skipper without even getting up from the seat.

Two pairs of side steps lead up to the roof from the cockpit and from the helm side, providing easy access to the mast, boom, sun deck and sun lounge. There are secure handrails around this area for safe movement on board. Instead of sun loungers on the roof, there is the option of installing solar panels for additional energy while sailing.

The entire interior living space, master suite and cockpit are on the same level, highly ergonomic and fully open-plan for exceptional lighting and visibility. The kitchen and chart table are facing forward. The panoramic view from this huge saloon is hard to believe.

In general, the model looks very promising - the company has absorbed all the previous positive experience and embodied it in the NEEL 52 Trimaran. Hence, first place in our top 3 is well deserved.

To conclude this little research, we want to remind you that you can find any of these models at our website with price calculators, additional files and specifications. If you have any questions regarding these magnificent trimarans, feel free to call or send us message - we will resolve all the arising issues in no time.