The Bavaria 40 Holiday represents a pivotal era in the evolution of Bavaria Yachtbau, emerging in the late 1990s as the shipyard’s dedicated high-volume offering for the charter and family cruising markets. Designed by the prolific Slovenian studio J&J Design, the "Holiday" designation distinguishes it from the center-cockpit "Ocean" series and the standard aft-cockpit Cruiser models by prioritizing maximum berth capacity and efficient manufacturing. According to historical analysis by the Journal of Sailing, the Holiday series (which included the nearly identical Bavaria 41 Holiday) helped pioneer the use of modular interior construction and computer-controlled wood cutting, allowing the builder to offer substantial living space at a price point that reshaped the European market.
Bavaria 40 Holiday Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 | $117,182 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $117,182 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $140,601 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria Yachts 40 Cruiser | $128,370 | 71 | 38 | |
| Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 39 | 39.16' | $101,326 | 67 | 31 |
| Bavaria 40 | 40.9' | $84,795 | 47 | 21 |
| Bavaria 42 | 43.96' | $94,216 | 41 | 13 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 42 | 42.62' | $105,935 | 21 | 11 |
| Bavaria 44 | 45.7' | $135,436 | 18 | 8 |
| Beneteau Ocean 40 | 40.92' | $93,039 | 15 | 11 |
| Bavaria 36 (2002-2004) | 37.4' | $73,312 | 14 | 4 |
| Bavaria Holiday 38 | 39.3' | $77,798 | 11 | 5 |
| Bavaria 39 | 39.86' | $108,371 | 4 | 3 |
| Bavaria 40 Holiday | $117,182 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
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| Germany | $117,182 | 1 | 0 |
| Spain | $140,601 | 1 | 0 |
| Netherlands | $117,182 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Bavaria 40 Holiday cost?
- The median asking price for a used Bavaria 40 Holiday over the past 12 months is $117,182. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Bavaria 40 Holiday sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 3 Bavaria 40 Holiday listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Bavaria 40 Holiday?
- Germany currently has the lowest median asking price at $117,182, while Spain is the most expensive at $140,601 — a 20% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Bavaria 40 Holiday?
- Comparable models include the Bavaria Yachts 40 Cruiser, Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 39, Bavaria 40. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.