Lemsteraak Lemsteraak Gouden Leeuw Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

The Lemsteraak Gouden Leeuw represents the zenith of Dutch traditional "Ronde en Platbodem" (round and flatbottomed) 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, flushdeck cockpit for racing and workboat aesthetics.