| By model: |
Fountaine Pajot Astréa 42 |
| By year of built: |
2018 - 2026 |
| By model berths: |
6 | 6+2 | 6+1 | 6+3 | 6+4 | 8 | 8+1 | 8+2 | 8+3 | 8+4 | 9 | 10 | 10+2 | 11 | 12 |
| By model cabins: / By WC: |
3 | 4 | 5 | 6 / 3 | 4 | 5 |
| By model location: |
Bahamas: - Caribbean (New Providence) British Virgin Islands: - Caribbean (TORTOLA, Road Town, British Virgin Islands) Croatia: - Dalmatia (Biograd na moru, MURTER, Murter, Primošten, Rogoznica, Sukošan, Šibenik, Zadar) - Istria (Pula, Pula, Pomer) - North Adriatic (KRK, Punat) - South Adriatic (Split, Trogir, Kaštela) France: - (CORSICA, Propriano) - Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Toulon) Greece: - Central Greece and Argosaronic gulf (Lavrion, Athens, Athens, Megara) - Cyclades islands (PAROS, Piso Livadi, Cyclades, ---) - Ionian islands (Preveza, LEFKAS, Lefkas, CORFU, Corfu, Lefkada) - Macedonia (Thessaloniki, Nikiti) Guadeloupe: - Caribbean (Guadeloupe) Italy: - Campania (Napoli, Salerno, Napoli, Pozzuoli) - Italy (Cannigione) - Sardinia (Sardinia, Sardinia, ---) - Sicily (SICILY, Marsala, Messina, Sicily) Martinique: - Caribbean (Martinique) Mexico: - Baja California Sur (La Paz) Montenegro: - Montenegro (Montenegro) - South Adriatic (Kotor) Saint Martin: - Caribbean (St. Martin) Seychelles: - (MAHE, Victoria) Spain: - Balearic islands (MALLORCA, Palma de Mallorca) Turkey: - Aegean (Ören) - Aegean islands (Marmaris, Fethiye) United States of America: - Cheseapeake Bay (Cheseapeake Bay) |
| Charter boat type: |
catamaran |
| Charter yacht model: |
Fountaine Pajot Astréa 42 |
| Model built: |
2018 - 2026 |
| Max. berths: |
6 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
| Berths: |
6 | 6+2 | 6+1 | 6+3 | 6+4 | 8 | 8+1 | 8+2 | 8+3 | 8+4 | 9 | 10 | 10+2 | 11 | 12 |
| Cabins: |
3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| WC: |
3 | 4 | 5 |
| Yacht overall length: |
12.58m |
| Yacht beam: |
7.20m |
| Yacht draught: |
1.25m |
| Yacht fuel tank: |
470 l |
| Yacht water tank: |
700 l |
| Yacht engines number: |
2 |
| Total engine power: |
30 HP |
| Sail area: |
65 m2 |
| Genoa area: |
41 m2 |
Yacht Model Overview
We have long admired the Astréa 42 by Fountaine Pajot, a catamaran that feels purpose-built for guests who want comfort without compromise. From our experience, this is exactly the kind of sailing home that makes a week on the water feel quietly effortless—sleek lines, a refined deck layout, and that unmistakable stability only a twin-hull design can deliver. We state with certainty: once you step aboard, the space reads as “premium,” not cramped. And our guests who have trusted us with an Astréa 42 say the same thing, again and again.
The manufacturer’s specifications—published for the Astréa 42 family—highlight a modular approach to accommodation. Depending on the layout, you may find versions with three cabins and six berths, with three heads, or configurations that expand capacity by adding berths and increasing the number of water closets. We have observed that these different variants are often matched to the charter market’s needs: couples in search of privacy, families wanting flexibility, and groups who prefer to stay together. In the larger layouts, the onboard facilities scale accordingly—more berths, more comfort, and better flow through the interior.
For charter planning, the age range of available units is particularly relevant. According to our records of charter fleets, Astréa 42 models built for charter span from 2018 through 2026, so you’re typically choosing a modern vessel with current owner standards.
On the financial side, the weekly charter budget we see in the market for the Astréa 42 tends to move within a band of about €4,200 to €7,725, with an average around €5,479. Of course, final pricing depends on route, season, and the chosen cabin/berth configuration.
From our knowledge, this model is popular for catamaran voyages across numerous destinations—our guests often book it in many countries where the cruising rhythm is all about sun, calm passages, and long evenings on deck. Actually, we can say with confidence: if you want a luxury-feeling catamaran with adaptable accommodation, the Fountaine Pajot Astréa 42 is a very smart choice.