The Rethana 25 is a quintessential example of the German "Kleinkreuzer" (small cruiser) philosophy that flourished during the late 1970s and 1980s. Designed by Herbert Klein and built by Rethana Werft in Rethen-Nord, this 7.6-meter sloop was engineered to maximize utility within a compact footprint. It served as a bridge between the trailerable daysailer and the more substantial coastal cruiser, offering a level of build solidity often missing in mass-produced modern equivalents. With its moderate displacement and relatively generous beam for its era (2.50 meters), the Rethana 25 was specifically targeted at the Baltic and North Sea markets, where unpredictable conditions demand a hull that prioritizes stability and safety over raw speed.
Rethana 25 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Rethana
- Model
- 25
- Builder
- Rethana Yachts
- Designer
- —
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1979 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $7,007 |
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $18,176 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $22,259 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $27,087 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 25 | 25' | $7,000 | 45 | 8 |
| Cape Dory 25 | 24.83' | $9,600 | 30 | 10 |
| Pacific Seacraft Dana 24 | 27.25' | $59,995 | 15 | 4 |
| Westerly Centaur 26 | 26' | $6,722 | 14 | 4 |
| S2 11.0 A | 36' | $32,800 | 11 | 0 |
| Roberts 25 | 25' | $9,490 | 8 | 2 |
| Rethana 25 | $14,741 | 6 | 2 | |
| Pacific Seacraft 25-2 | 27.93' | $20,250 | 6 | 0 |
| Tomahawk 25 | 25.33' | $11,491 | 5 | 2 |
| Rhodes 29 | 28.5' | $11,777 | 5 | 2 |
| Hunter 25 | 25' | $2,500 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | $14,741 | 4 | 1 |
| Netherlands | $17,047 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Rethana 25 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Rethana 25 over the past 12 months is $14,741. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Rethana 25 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 6 Rethana 25 listings over the past 12 months, with 2 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Rethana 25 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Rethana 25 has increased by 67.38% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Rethana 25?
- Germany currently has the lowest median asking price at $14,741, while Netherlands is the most expensive at $17,047 — a 16% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Rethana 25?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 25, Cape Dory 25, Pacific Seacraft Dana 24. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.