Lemsteraak Lemsteraak Gouden Leeuw Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

The Lemsteraak Gouden Leeuw represents the zenith of Dutch traditional "Ronde en Platbodem" (round and flat-bottomed) yachting. Originally evolved from the heavy fishing vessels of Lemmer in the late 19th century, the Lemsteraak transitioned into a prestigious racing and cruising class during the early 20th century. The Gouden Leeuw specifically—a name historically associated with a legendary 1910 build by the Bos shipyard—serves as a archetype for the "Roefjacht" (cabin yacht) variant of the hull. These vessels are characterized by their massive beam, curved "bow cheeks," and the total absence of a fixed keel. Instead, they utilize heavy oak leeboards to provide lateral resistance. As a "Roefjacht," the Gouden Leeuw features a raised coachroof that grants standing headroom and luxury accommodations, distinguishing it from the "Visserman" variants which prioritize an open, flush-deck cockpit for racing and workboat aesthetics.