About Esterel Shipyard

Esterel Shipyard dry dock on the French Riviera

About Esterel Shipyard

Esterel Shipyard is an independent, full-service yacht refit and repair yard located on the French Riviera, just west of Cannes in the bay of Saint-Raphaël. Established in 1936, it is one of the last remaining traditional shipyards in the region with the capacity to ha meters in length and 350 tons. The yard features four slipways, a 60-meter dry dock, and over 2,000 square meters of covered sheds, allowing year-round work in all weather conditions. Its sheltered position on the Esterel massif provides a calm, secure environment for both sailing yachts and motor yachts undergoing maintenance, refit, or restoration. The shipyard is renowned for its expertise in classic yacht restoration, composite and metal work, joinery, and mechanical engineering. With a team of 20 skilled craftsmen and partnerships with approved subcontractors, Esterel Shipyard offers total project management from initial survey to final delivery. The yard is also a reseller for leading marine brands and holds NF Boating certification, ensuring quality standards are met. Whether you need a simple haul-out, a full refit, or emergency repairs, Esterel Shipyard combines decades of experience with state-of-the-art facilities to deliver exceptional results on the Côte d'Azur.

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Our Location

“Situated in the heart of the Esterel massif, our yard offers direct access to the Mediterranean and a protected basin for safe haul-outs.”

— The Esterel Team

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Facilities & Capacity

Our shipyard is equipped to handle a wide range of vessels. The main dry dock measures 60 meters by 12 meters and can accommodate yachts up to 350 tons. Four slipways allow simultaneous haul-outs, and our covered sheds provide 2,000 square meters of workspace for painting, carpentry, and mechanical repairs. We also have a 15-ton travel lift for smaller boats. The yard is open year-round, and we offer 24/7 security and berthing for vessels awaiting works. Our location near Saint-Raphaël makes us easily accessible by road and sea, with Nice Internation minutes away.

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yachts hauled out at the shipyard