From 3 to 5 November 2026, YACHTS.CO is inviting sailors to Canet-en-Roussillon on France's Mediterranean coast to sea trial two of the largest sailing yachts in the Jeanneau range: the Jeanneau Yachts 55 and the Jeanneau Yachts 60. Private appointments will be available throughout the three days, giving each visitor time on the water without the crowds of a busy boat show.
For anyone weighing up a yacht of this size, there is no substitute for sailing it. Brochures and walkthroughs can describe a layout, but only time at the helm shows how a boat feels as the breeze builds, how the deck works when tacking, and how comfortable the cockpit is for the people who will share it with you.
The Jeanneau Yachts 55 is a 55-foot offshore cruiser built around a clear idea of how owners like to live aboard. Its forward owner's suite takes up two-thirds of the interior, creating a generous private space of the kind more often associated with larger yachts. On deck, a dual cockpit separates the working area from the social one, so the crew can handle the boat while guests relax undisturbed.
The Jeanneau Yachts 60 steps up to 60 feet and adds a remarkable degree of choice, with 19 layouts available. That flexibility allows the boat to be shaped around the way it will be used, whether that means a family cruising for long summers, an owner who sails with a small crew, or someone planning extended passages. Its clean, modern style carries through the design.
A private sea trial of this kind usually begins with a walkthrough at the dock, a chance to explore the accommodation, look at systems and storage, and ask questions before leaving the berth. Out on the water, you can take the wheel, try the sail handling for yourself and get a sense of how the yacht behaves. It is worth arriving with a clear picture of your plans: how many people you expect to sail with, where you intend to cruise, and how much of the sailing you want to manage yourself.
Choosing between two yachts like these is rarely just a question of length. The 55 offers a distinctive owner-focused interior and a cockpit arrangement designed around shared use, while the 60 brings extra space and a wide range of configurations. Sailing both on the same day, in the same conditions, makes those differences much easier to judge. If you already own a yacht, it is also a good moment to think about timing and how a sale or part exchange might fit with your plans.
November in the French Mediterranean offers a calm setting away from the peak season, and the event is open whether you are actively planning your next yacht or simply curious to experience these models on the water.
If you would like to arrange a private appointment in Canet-en-Roussillon, please register your interest with our team and we will be in touch to agree a date and time that suits you. You can also find more about each model on the Jeanneau Yachts 55 and Jeanneau Yachts 60 pages on our website.
