2501 (Gruno 38 Elite)
2008 · 12.2 m · 2 cabins · 4 berths
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Weekly prices€1,834 · 26 Sep – 30 Oct
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Specifications & Equipment2 cab · 4 berths · 2 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
18 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.
Compact urban explorer This 2008 Gruno 38 Royal is ideal for couples or small families wanting to explore European inland waterways, rivers, canals, and lakes, rather than open-water sailing. The 12.2-metre length is perfect for navigating tight locks and shallow channels where larger yachts simply cannot go.
Smart practical features The bow thruster and swimming platform are genuinely useful additions on a motor boat this size, making docking easier in confined spaces and giving you a proper way to cool off during summer cruising. Two cabins sleep four comfortably for a relaxed holiday pace, and essentials like a fridge, electric toilet, and radio keep life simple and functional.
Good value proposition At €1,800 deposit, the pricing sits sensibly for a well-equipped inland cruiser, you're paying for practicality and access to beautiful European waterway networks, not flashy extras. This is honest money-for-value if canal and river cruising appeals to you.
One real limitation This boat is fundamentally a river and canal vessel, not suited for coastal or open-water sailing, so your holiday geography is locked into inland systems. If you're flying long-haul from North America or beyond hoping for seaside exploration, you'll want to confirm the operator's base location and whether the waterway system matches your actual holiday vision.
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The marina & destination Port de Savoyeux · France
Based at Port de Savoyeux, France . 2501 is operated by Canal Evasion.
Good to know
- Location
- Port de Savoyeux · France
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence accepted plus VHF. Corsican operators check thoroughly; Côte d'Azur operators usually rely on a sailing CV plus a brief on-water check.
- Security deposit
- €1,800
- 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 there3 airports nearby
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Côte d'Azur: Antibes, Cannes, Saint-Tropez bases. Many low-cost European connections.
Corsica west: Ajaccio, Propriano. Smaller airport; connect via Paris or Marseille.
Corsica east. Closer if you're starting from Saint-Florent or Bastia bases.
Possible routes2 hand-picked itineraries
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Côte d'Azur
Glamorous but moorings are pricey in summer; alternate marina nights with anchor nights.
1Antibes
2Cannes
3St Tropez
4Porquerolles
Corsica · north and west
Wild, mountainous, and far less crowded than the mainland, Corsica is a different charter than people expect.
1Ajaccio
2Sanguinaires
3Girolata
4Calvi
5Saint-Florent
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