The Contest 63, a 19-meter luxurious sailing yacht, has been nominated for the European Yacht of the Year 2025 award.

The 19-meter Contest 63CS combines beauty, ease of management with a small crew, and top-notch performance across various weather conditions. Its sleek design, crafted by renowned naval architects judel/vrolijk & co, and its luxurious interior by Wetzels Brown Partners make it a standout choice.

Plus, with a full Lloyd’s Register inspection and certification and the unique feature of two identical, double VIP guest suites in three—and four-cabin versions, this is the only one of its size in the market to offer such luxury. It even includes a crew cabin for those who prefer extra help, though it’s unnecessary.

The Contest 63CS can accommodate many people, making it perfect for family and friends who want to enjoy sailing together. It’s designed for smart sailing with advanced yet easy-to-use sailing systems that include options for carbon or aluminum rigs and the choice between in-boom or in-mast reefing. This flexibility allows for optimal sail shape and speed.

The yacht’s cockpit is equipped with the latest technology. It features dual helm stations, a central mainsheet winch, an open, flat walkway to the aft deck, and a tender garage. The aft deck offers a spacious area for lounging and fold-out access to the lowered beach deck and tender garage.

The hatches on the foredeck are designed to blend seamlessly with the deck, with the largest opening to reveal a spacious sail locker cum workshop. The foresail furling system is hydraulic and integrated into the bowsprit and underdeck.