For Sale: “Cybèle” – 1960 Chantier Servin Cotre Granvillais

BIP-Labeled Classic Wooden Sailboat | Fully Restored | Currently in Barcelona

Cybèle is a magnificent and rare example of traditional French naval craftsmanship—a 1960 wooden cutter (Cotre Granvillais) built by the renowned Chantier Servin in Granville. Carefully and thoroughly restored, this vessel blends the soul of maritime heritage with the comfort and equipment of a modern cruiser. Labeled BIP (Bateau d'Intérêt Patrimonial), she is a piece of living history, ideal for sailors who appreciate authenticity, elegance, and timeless design.

Key Specifications

• Length: 8.00 m

• Beam: 2.83 m

• Draft: Shallow draft, suitable for Canal du Midi transit

• Hull: Iroko wood

• Frames: Acacia

• Engine: Iveco 40 hp inboard (installed 2008)

• Engine Hours: < 1,500

• Fuel Tank: 29 L

• Water Tank: ~100 L

• Cabins: 2

• Berths: 4

• Headroom: 1.80 m

• Cockpit: Central, secure and spacious

• Location: Barcelona, Spain

• Condition: Excellent (used boat with significant restorations)

Restoration History

• 2007–2008: Complete structural restoration by Chantier des Ileaux, including hull, interior, and cabin.

• 2013: Full deck and superstructure rebuild, including the roof.

• Continuous maintenance and upgrades since, with extensive documentation and two formal survey reports (2017 & 2023) available upon request.

Sailing & Comfort Equipment

• Rigging & Sails: Recent sails in excellent condition, traditional cutter rig

• Navigation Electronics:

  • GPS

  • Autopilot

  • Wind instrument (anemometer)

  • Depth sounder

  • Compass

  • VHF radio

• Interior Amenities:

  • Two separate cabins

  • Fully equipped galley with refrigerator

  • Marine toilet (WC)

  • Warm and intelligently designed interior with traditional wood finishes

A Storied Past

Cybèle’s origins are as meaningful as her silhouette. Originally commissioned for the SNSM of Granville in the 1950s, she later served a local physician navigating between Granville and the Chausey Islands. Over the years, she has sailed through the English Channel, the coast of Brittany, the Gulf of Morbihan, and the Mediterranean Sea.

Launched in Marseille post-restoration, she cruised to Tunisia before returning to the Atlantic. Since 2010, she’s been sailing the Atlantic coast and is now based in Barcelona—perfectly positioned to continue exploring the Med or return through the Canal du Midi to her Atlantic roots.

Why Cybèle?

• BIP Heritage Status: One of the few wooden classics with this recognition

• Turnkey Condition: Modern comforts paired with timeless elegance

• Flexible Use: Ideal for both coastal cruising and historical regattas

• Rare Find: A traditional vessel meticulously restored and ready to sail

More photos and history: chantierdesileaux.com/cybele

Whether you're a collector of classic vessels, a passionate sailor with a love for heritage, or simply seeking an unforgettable platform for maritime adventure—Cybèle is ready to write her next chapter with you.