News
9 July 2026
With more than 600 visitors, three new models unveiled and a community brought together by a shared passion, the 4th edition of the Fountaine Pajot Open Days once again confirmed its place as a must-attend event for sailing catamaran enthusiasts.
From July 2 to 4, 2026, La Rochelle welcomed the 4th edition of the Fountaine Pajot Open Days. Over three days, owners, future owners, dealers, partners, journalists and sailing enthusiasts came together to discover the shipyard’s latest innovations, experience sea trials and share their passion for life on the water.
This year’s edition held special significance as it officially kicked off the celebration of Fountaine Pajot’s 50th anniversary, marking the beginning of a milestone year that will be celebrated through a series of events and highlights across the brand.
A major highlight of the 2026 edition, visitors had the exclusive opportunity to discover three new models representing the next generation of Fountaine Pajot.
The FP48 and FP55, the newest additions to the Fountaine Pajot Sailing Catamarans range, were unveiled alongside the FPY70S, the latest model from Fountaine Pajot Yachts.
These world premieres generated great enthusiasm among visitors, who were able to experience the new living spaces, discover the latest innovations and gain a first glimpse of the vision shaping the future of Fountaine Pajot.
Beyond discovering our catamarans, the Open Days offered visitors a fully immersive experience into the world of Fountaine Pajot.
Guests enjoyed sea trials, met with the shipyard’s teams and our international dealer network, and went behind the scenes of our production process through exclusive tours of our facilities in La Rochelle, Aigrefeuille-d’Aunis and Périgny.
This unique opportunity to connect with our teams and experience the craftsmanship behind every Fountaine Pajot catamaran has made the Open Days a truly distinctive event for anyone looking to discover the brand from the inside.
The 4th edition of the Fountaine Pajot Open Days also introduced a brand-new Partner Village.
Bringing together a selection of exhibitors from across the marine industry, this dedicated space gave visitors the opportunity to discover innovative equipment, services and solutions designed to enhance their boating experience.
This new initiative was a great success, enriching the event while creating even more opportunities for meaningful exchanges across the Fountaine Pajot community and its trusted partners.
With more than 600 visitors welcomed over three days, the 4th edition of the Fountaine Pajot Open Days confirmed the growing success of this flagship event.
Beyond the numbers, the event reflected Fountaine Pajot’s commitment to bringing together owners, future owners, its international dealer network, partners and teams to share a common passion for sailing and life on the water.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this edition such a remarkable success.
We already look forward to welcoming you back to La Rochelle for the next edition of the Fountaine Pajot Open Days.