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ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN: The World’s Largest Sailing Yacht That Redefines Luxury!

ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN: The World’s Largest Sailing Yacht That Redefines Luxury!

ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN is the world's largest sailing yacht, combining innovative technology, impressive design and refined luxury. With her imposing rigid sails and a more eco-friendly approach to high-end cruising, this yacht paves the way for a new future of sailing.

ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN: The World’s Largest Sailing Yacht That Redefines Luxury!
May 21, 2026

French luxury under giant sails

ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN marks a landmark moment in luxury yachting. Presented as the world’s largest sailing yacht, this 220-metre vessel was built in France at Saint-Nazaire before heading to the Mediterranean for its inaugural season. With three masts rising over 100 metres, three 1,500 m² sails, 54 suites and accommodation for just 110 guests, it blends naval innovation, ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN heritage and refined French craftsmanship. Its Mediterranean route via Lisbon, Marseille and Cannes confirms its place as a new icon of contemporary yachting.

The world’s largest sailing yacht

At 220 metres long, ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN redefines the standards of luxury sailing yachts and stands as the largest sailing yacht ever built. Her deep navy-blue silhouette, three monumental masts rising over 100 metres, and spectacular design by architect Maxime d’Angeac make her an exceptional yacht, conceived as a true floating palace. Blending contemporary elegance, Art Deco inspiration, and maritime innovation, this vessel marks a new milestone in the world of luxury cruising.

 

A French-built maritime achievement

Built in Saint-Nazaire by Chantiers de l’Atlantique, ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN embodies the excellence of French naval expertise. The shipyard combines cutting-edge technologies with world-renowned know-how in the construction of prestigious vessels. Her departure from the Loire estuary was widely followed by yachting enthusiasts and industry professionals, confirming the significance of this project for the French and European maritime industry.

 

54 suites for 110 guests

The experience aboard ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN is built around an exclusive approach to high-end cruising. With 54 suites for 110 passengers, the world’s largest sailing yacht prioritises generous spaces, privacy, and ultra-personalised service. Each suite features large sea-facing openings, refined design, and amenities inspired by the world’s finest luxury hotels. Gourmet restaurants, a spa, wellness areas, and elegant lounges complete an experience designed in the iconic spirit of ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN.

 

Innovative sail technology

ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN is equipped with three 1,500 m² SolidSail rigid sails, an innovative technology developed by Chantiers de l’Atlantique. This next-generation wind propulsion system optimises the vessel’s performance while reducing energy consumption. With this approach, the world’s largest sailing yacht reflects the evolution of luxury yachting towards more sustainable solutions and more environmentally conscious navigation.

 

A highly anticipated inaugural season

After Lisbon, Marseille, and Cannes, ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN is set to continue her inaugural season in the Mediterranean and Adriatic before crossing the Atlantic to the Caribbean for the winter season. This first year of operation is already generating strong interest within the luxury cruise industry, both for her exclusive concept and her unique positioning between a private yacht and an ultra-high-end floating hotel.

 

For BGYB, the arrival of ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN confirms the growing appeal of exceptional sailing experiences, where luxury, innovation, and exclusivity have become essential criteria when choosing a yacht or high-end cruise. To discover other exceptional yachts available for charter or explore the latest trends in luxury yachting, please do not hesitate to contact us.

 

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