The Bavaria Cruiser 56 debuted as the flagship of the German builder’s core cruising range, representing a significant collaboration between Farr Yacht Design and the BMW Group subsidiary DesignworksUSA. Launched in late 2012 as a successor to the Cruiser 55, the 56 was engineered to bridge the gap between high-volume production charter vessels and the luxury requirements of private bluewater owners. It is defined by its massive beam, twin rudder configuration, and a hull form that maximizes waterline length to provide stability and interior volume. As the largest model in the Cruiser line during its production run, it served as a showcase for Bavaria’s transition toward more modern, angular aesthetics and industrial-scale precision.
Bavaria Cruiser 56 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Bavaria
- Model
- Cruiser 56
- Builder
- Bavaria Yachts
- Designer
- Farr Yacht Design
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2013 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 1 | $269,000 |
| Feb 2025 | 2 | $270,663 |
| Mar 2025 | 1 | $293,340 |
| Apr 2025 | 1 | $282,738 |
| May 2025 | 1 | $259,176 |
| Jun 2025 | 2 | $252,697 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | $237,971 |
| Sep 2025 | 5 | $206,163 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $347,532 |
| Nov 2025 | 3 | $235,379 |
| Dec 2025 | 4 | $305,121 |
| Jan 2026 | 6 | $290,595 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | $112,046 |
| Mar 2026 | 2 | $223,775 |
| Apr 2026 | 17 | $234,437 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
Price Reduction Insights
30.0% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 16.4% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bavaria Yachts 46 Cruiser | 46.58' | $182,601 | 266 | 113 |
| Dufour 56 | 56' | $470,052 | 55 | 36 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 46 | 46.82' | $422,037 | 52 | 36 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 51 | 49.21' | $234,437 | 48 | 29 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 56 | $240,949 | 46 | 22 | |
| Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 45 | 44.62' | $148,630 | 42 | 19 |
| Dufour 56 -2 | 56.27' | $323,970 | 23 | 10 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 42 | 42.62' | $105,968 | 21 | 11 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 49 | 50.5' | $127,232 | 20 | 8 |
| Swan 56 | 57.51' | $425,000 | 6 | 4 |
| Bavaria Cruiser 37 | 37.07' | $234,437 | 5 | 2 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croatia | $223,834 | 14 | 8 |
| Greece | $247,396 | 10 | 4 |
| Spain | $240,393 | 9 | 4 |
| Germany | $280,382 | 3 | 2 |
| Turkey | $345,932 | 3 | 0 |
| Montenegro | $200,155 | 2 | 1 |
| Australia | $357,848 | 1 | 0 |
| Denmark | $295,586 | 1 | 1 |
| Netherlands | $206,163 | 1 | 1 |
| United States | $269,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Bavaria Cruiser 56 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Bavaria Cruiser 56 over the past 12 months is $240,949. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Bavaria Cruiser 56 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 46 Bavaria Cruiser 56 listings over the past 12 months, with 22 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Bavaria Cruiser 56 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Bavaria Cruiser 56 has decreased by 4.9% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Bavaria Cruiser 56?
- Montenegro currently has the lowest median asking price at $200,155, while Australia is the most expensive at $357,848 — a 79% difference.
- Do Bavaria Cruiser 56 listings get price reductions?
- About 30% of Bavaria Cruiser 56 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 16.4% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Bavaria Cruiser 56?
- Comparable models include the Bavaria Yachts 46 Cruiser, Dufour 56, Bavaria Cruiser 46. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.