Used Bavaria 340 Sailboats for Sale

The Bavaria 340, produced in the late 1980s and early 1990s, serves as a pivotal bridge between Bavaria Yachts’ early artisanal beginnings and the industrial powerhouse it would eventually become. Designed primarily by Axel Mohnhaupt, the 340 was marketed during an era when the shipyard was transitioning toward standardized serial production but still prioritized the heavy, hand-laid laminates and rich mahogany interiors that defined German yacht building in that period. Often categorized as a robust cruiser, the model was offered in two distinct configurations to satisfy different market segments: the "Lagoon," tailored for private owners seeking comfort, and the "Carib," designed for the burgeoning charter market. While modern Bavarias emphasize lightweight hull forms and beam carried far aft, the 340 features a more traditional, moderate-displacement hull with a narrower entry and a substantial ballast ratio, providing a sense of security and offshore capability that many contemporary production boats struggle to replicate.