Ecume DE Mer Sailboats for Sale

Group Finot·1968 – 1979·~1,335 hulls·Chantier Malliard
Ecume DE Mer drawingBuilder drawing
Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
26' · 7.92 m
Disp.
4,000 lbs · 1,814 kg
First year
1968

The Ecume de Mer is widely regarded as one of the most significant production sailboats of the 1970s, a vessel that effectively bridged the gap between pure racing pedigree and family cruising comfort. Designed by the legendary JeanMarie Finot of FinotConq, this 7.9meter (26foot) sloop was the catalyst for the designer's storied career and a cornerstone of the Chantier Mallard shipyard’s success. Launched in 1969, the boat gained immediate international fame by winning the Quarter Ton Cup in 1970 and 1972, proving that a lightweight, massproduced fiberglass hull could dominate the racing circuit. With over 1,300 units built between 1969 and 1980, it became a symbol of the French "sailing revolution," offering a seaworthy platform that punched far above its weight class in offshore conditions.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 7,855
Asking price · 5 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
5 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
Not enough data yet
Countries with listings
4
Switzerland (40.0%) · Germany (20.0%) · Greece (20.0%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Ecume DE Mer listings appear across 4 countries. Switzerland has the most listings with 2 (40.0%), followed by Germany and Greece.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country view

5 listings · 4 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Switzerland$ 5,8312040.0%
Germany$ 7,8551020.0%
Greece$ 8,9931020.0%
Netherlands$ 6,7161020.0%

Comparable models

Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.

Similar boats to compare

3 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Saffier 2828.18'$ 39,842162
Jeanneau Sun Sun Dream 2829.5'$ 20,542126
Mallard DE MerYou are here$ 7,85550

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Ecume DE Mer cost?+
The median asking price for a used Ecume DE Mer over the past 12 months is $7,855. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Ecume DE Mer sailboats are for sale?+
5 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Where are Ecume DE Mer sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Ecume DE Mer listings over the past 12 months are Switzerland (40.0%), Germany (20.0%), Greece (20.0%).
04Do Ecume DE Mer listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Ecume DE Mer listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 10.3% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
05What should I look at instead of a Ecume DE Mer?+
Comparable models include Saffier 28, Jeanneau Sun Sun Dream 28. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.