Dufour 41 : Iris
- Length
- 12.8 m
- Toilets
- 3
Photos
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Price & Extras
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Weekly prices
Specifications
12.8m · 2026 · Sail boat
Equipment
Equipment names come from the operator. Crossed-out items are not listed by them. That does not mean they are absent.
- Inverter
- Autopilot
- Dinghy
- Refrigerator
- Chart plotter
- Bow thruster
- Cockpit cushions
- Solar Panels
- Radio-CD player
- Teak Cockpit
- Sprayhood
- Swimming platform
- Electric toilet
Air condition: Not listed by operatorHeating: Not listed by operatorCoffee maker: Not listed by operatorIce maker: Not listed by operatorDishwasher: Not listed by operatorWasher/Dryer: Not listed by operatorTV: Not listed by operatorDVD player: Not listed by operatorCockpit speakers: Not listed by operatorGame console: Not listed by operatorWi-Fi & Internet: Not listed by operatorConvertible table: Not listed by operatorGenerator: Not listed by operatorWater maker: Not listed by operatorHolding tank: Not listed by operatorOutside Steering Position: Not listed by operatorChart plotter in cockpit: Not listed by operatorRadar: Not listed by operatorSpinnaker: Not listed by operatorGennaker: Not listed by operatorRacing sails: Not listed by operatorLazy jack: Not listed by operatorLazy bag: Not listed by operatorElectric winches: Not listed by operatorBimini: Not listed by operatorOutboard engine: Not listed by operatorRudder blades: Not listed by operatorFlybridge: Not listed by operatorHydraulic gangway: Not listed by operatorTender garage: Not listed by operatorTenderlift platform: Not listed by operatorSwimming pool: Not listed by operatorUnderwater lights: Not listed by operatorTeak deck: Not listed by operatorRailing net: Not listed by operatorBarbecue grill in cockpit: Not listed by operatorDiving equipment: Not listed by operatorSnorkeling equipment: Not listed by operatorStand up paddle: Not listed by operator
About the Dufour 41
- Builder
- Dufour Yachts
- Built in
- Perigny, near La Rochelle, France
- Naval architect
- Umberto Felci
- Interior designer
- Luca Ardizio
- Launched
- 2023
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect for couples or small families The Dufour 41 "Iris" suits couples wanting a comfortable cruising yacht or families of four to six looking for an affordable entry into bareboat sailing. With three cabins and six berths, there's flexibility in how you configure your crew, and the 2026 build year means everything is modern and reliable.
Well-equipped and thoughtful This boat ticks the boxes that matter: solar panels and an inverter mean you can cruise sustainably, the bow thruster makes tight anchorages manageable, and the teak cockpit with cushions is a genuine comfort for long days at sea. The swimming platform, dinghy, and sprayhood round out a practical package for Mediterranean or Atlantic cruising.
Solid value proposition At this size and specification, the €2,500 deposit is reasonable, and the boat's standard equipment, chart plotter, autopilot, electric toilet, fridge, saves you money on extras. You're not paying for luxury but you're getting a well-maintained, modern vessel built for actual cruising comfort.
One small note The operator has only one review on file, so while the 5/5 rating is encouraging, you'll want to ask Olympic Yachting directly about their support, local knowledge, and handover process before committing, especially if you're flying long-haul and need a smooth briefing and logistics experience.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
Where Charters Went
Yacht charter overnight stops in Lavrion
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Lavrion during the 2025 season. You can use it to see where those yachts spent their nights and compare that with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Where charter yachts spent their nights
Kythnos was the most common first night out, at 26% of trips with a recorded first night. On 45% of trips, the furthest point from base was within over 60 nm, measured in a straight line.
Planning your charter route
Use the recorded stops as a starting point for your charter plans. The full map gives you more to compare, and you can ask us about a route from Lavrion for this type of boat.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Lavrion, 2025.
These figures are for the area, not this boat's own record.
Observed hourly positions · one observed fix per boat-hour; missing hours omitted; colour is relative within this view.
Top Overnight Stops
- Kythnos 52%
- Kea 36%
- Poros 36%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
The marina & destination
Lavrion Main Port
Based at Lavrion Main Port , Greece . Iris is operated by Olympic Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- Lavrion Main Port · Greece
- Licences
- Bareboat skipper licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, or equivalent) and VHF licence are required, plus a co-skipper or second crew member with a sailing CV. Greek authorities check both at the marina.
- Security deposit
- €2,500
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there
Flights to Greece
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Saronic Gulf bases (Alimos, Kalamaki): Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is 25 minutes from the marinas.
Ionian bases: Lefkas, Meganisi. Limited direct flights; many people connect via Athens or Corfu.
Dodecanese: Kos, Symi, Leros bases. Daily summer charters from northern Europe.
Cyclades: Mykonos and Paros bases. Pricey in peak season.
Possible routes
Greece · three classic charter areas
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Saronic Gulf
Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.
1Athens (Alimos)
2Aegina
3Poros
4Hydra
5Spetses
Cyclades
Meltemi wind July-August. Plan for one weather day, and book the marina in advance for the islands you do not want to miss.
1Athens
2Kea
3Paros
4Naxos
5Mykonos
Ionian
Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece, most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.
1Lefkas
2Meganisi
3Ithaca
4Kefalonia
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