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The elegant yacht that combines tradition and innovation is called DOÑA FRANCISCA, the largest carbon fiber vessel ever built in America.

Measuring 52.55 meters in length, the Doña Francisca features an impressive seven-meter bowsprit. Built at the Buquebus shipyard in Uruguay and launched in 2014, it is the work of the renowned naval architect Javier Soto Acebal, hailing from the Río de la Plata. The goal was clear: a classic-style sailboat that benefits from the most modern naval technologies.

The result is a ship of contrasts. On the outside, its lines respect the maritime tradition of the early 20th century and evoke a vintage boat. Yet, beneath this classic appearance lies an engineering marvel: a hull and rigging entirely made of carbon fiber, giving it extraordinary lightness and strength considering its size and a displacement of 230 tons.

Its two-masted rigging is impressive: the main mast rises nearly 50 meters above the waterline, while the foremast stands at 46 meters. Additionally, it features a set of high-tech sails that make all the difference. The superyacht boasts nearly 2,000 square meters of sail area when fully deployed. The mainsail alone measures 407 m², complemented by a staysail, a genoa, and a jib. This arsenal is further enhanced by an asymmetrical spinnaker of 1,032 m² and a storm sail of 55 m², ready to face all sea conditions.

These modern features allow a sailboat of this size, 52 meters long, to have a relatively small crew.

The interior of the ship is a tribute to tradition. Mahogany and chestnut wood, elegant lounges, seven cabins accommodating up to fourteen people, an office, and a laundry create an atmosphere that transports you to the last century.

Sailing on this yacht is a timeless experience.