Grelots (Nautitech 40 Open)
2021 · 12 m · 4 cabins · 8 berths
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Specifications & Equipment
12m · 2021 · Catamaran
About the Nautitech 40 Open
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
Perfect for groups The Nautitech 40 Open sleeps up to eight across four cabins, making it ideal for families or friends wanting to share costs on a longer charter. At 12 metres, it's manageable for mixed-experience crews without feeling cramped.
Smart, modern setup Solar panels and an electric toilet show this 2021 build prioritises comfort and sustainability, you'll appreciate the reduced engine hours and lower environmental footprint. The lazy bag and lazy jack are genuine time-savers for sail handling, especially if your group isn't racing-crew experienced.
Reasonable value proposition A €5,000 deposit is mid-range for a four-cabin cat in this size bracket, and the spec sheet suggests solid day-to-day cruising kit without premium pricing. You're getting practical features rather than luxury frills, which suits people who value usability over gloss.
One note of caution The operator has only one review on file, so track record data is thin, nothing worrying, but worth asking ACM directly about their maintenance schedule and client feedback before committing. Also, we don't have the base location listed here, so confirm flight connections and transfer logistics once you identify where the boat sits.
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Where Charters Went
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Toulon, Hyères and the Îles d'Or during the 2026 season so far. The heat map brings those recorded overnight stops together so you can compare past activity with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Have a look at the full map and compare the overnight stops before choosing a route. If you're considering this type of boat for a yacht charter from Toulon, Hyères and the Îles d'Or, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Rade de Porquerolles43%
- Anse de la Fausse Monnaie24%
- Rade de Port Cros17%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination
Hyeres
Based at Hyeres, France . Grelots is operated by ACM Catamaran.
Good to know
- Location
- Hyeres · 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
- €5,000
- 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 France
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 routes
France · French Riviera and Corsica
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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