Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42

Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 Catamaran - 2019

This Astrea 42, model year 2019, owner’s version, a modern and elegant cruising catamaran, renowned for its balance between performance, safety, and comfort, ideal for offshore navigation as well as extended cruising.
This 2019 unit stands out for its excellent overall condition, meticulous maintenance, and a particularly comprehensive level of equipment, allowing it to be ready to sail immediately.

Upon boarding, the boat appeals with its generous volumes and exceptional brightness. The panoramic saloon, flooded with natural light through large glass surfaces, offers an unobstructed view of the exterior and creates a warm, convivial atmosphere. The interior layout includes two beautiful double cabins and a large owner’s cabin. It has been designed to maximize comfort underway and at anchor, with smooth circulation areas, high-quality finishes, and ample storage. The fully equipped kitchen meets the needs of life at sea and long stops: refrigerator, freezer, oven, stoves, and generous storage spaces enable complete autonomy and real onboard pleasure, whether for family use or to host guests and professionals with its starboard lounge area.

Designed for long-distance cruising, this Astrea 42 benefits from a rare level of autonomy within this category. It is equipped with a generator providing reliable electrical production under all conditions, as well as a desalination unit ensuring complete independence in fresh water—a major advantage for remote voyages and extended anchoring stays. These features make the boat perfectly suited for long-range travel programs with peace of mind, without dependence on port infrastructure.

In terms of navigation, the boat is particularly well equipped. It has two autopilots, including one with an indoor station, ensuring increased comfort and safety during night navigation or challenging conditions. The radar enhances safety at sea, especially during approach to coasts or in reduced visibility. The onboard electronics allow for simple and effective handling, suitable for both experienced crews and sailors seeking to progress safely towards more demanding navigation. The recent large sail is an important advantage, both in terms of performance and reliability, and reflects careful maintenance and upgrades.

Another major asset of this unit is its modern communication equipment. The Starlink installation provides high-speed internet connectivity at sea and at anchor, offering true comfort for remote work, real-time weather monitoring, communication with land, or simply staying connected during long crossings. This equipment opens new perspectives for onboard life, blending freedom of navigation with professional or personal continuity.

Outside, the spacious and ergonomic cockpit creates a true additional living space. Protected and convivial, it is ideal for dining, relaxing, or watchkeeping during navigation. Secured passageways, well-thought-out deck plan, and the natural stability of the catamaran ensure easy and reassuring circulation, appreciated with family or a reduced crew. The Astrea 42 is known for its ease of handling and healthy sea behavior, delivering smooth and reassuring navigation even in rough conditions.

This catamaran has been maintained with care and seriousness, with a clear history. It presents a rare opportunity on the market for buyers seeking a reliable, well-equipped unit, perfectly suited for a long-distance cruising project, Atlantic circumnavigation, or extended living onboard.

In summary, this 2019 Astrea 42 is a turnkey boat, combining autonomy, comfort, safety, and modernity. An ideal unit for those who wish to realize a travel project without compromise, with a renowned, high-performing, and particularly enjoyable catamaran to live on. An opportunity to sail far, long, and in optimal conditions.