Émeraude, an Oceanis 473 sailboat for charter in Marseille with or without a skipper
- 8 to 12 people for a day
- 4 cabins, 10 berths
- From €379 / day
Want to charter a sailboat in Marseille for a day at sea or a holiday on the Mediterranean? Émeraude, our Bénéteau Oceanis 473 Clipper, welcomes 8 to 12 people for a day and 10 on a cruise, thanks to her 4 double cabins and convertible saloon.
Elegant and high-performing, she offers a first-class cockpit with two helm stations and a large mahogany table. Below deck, volume, light and comfort: two bathrooms, an equipped galley and a bright saloon. Fishing, snorkelling, paddleboarding or simply relaxing at anchor: freedom is yours, from Port Corbières, close to the Frioul and the Côte Bleue.
An Oceanis 473 Clipper maintained like a yacht
The Oceanis 473 Émeraude is a comfortable and seaworthy cruising sailboat, serviced every season by our team. Her electronics, renewed in 2021, and her hydraulic gangway make her one of the best-equipped sailboats in Marseille.
- 4 double cabins, 2 bathrooms and 2 toilets
- Cockpit with table for 8 people, bimini and sun awning
- Swim platform with hot-water shower
- 2021 electronics: 3 touchscreens, autopilot, radar, AIS
- Hydraulic gangway and bow thruster
- Solar panels and Victron battery bank
Oceanis 473 Émeraude specifications
| Boat name | Émeraude |
|---|---|
| Yard | Bénéteau |
| Model | Oceanis 473 Clipper, 4-cabin version |
| Type | Monohull sailboat |
| Length | 14,30 m |
| Beam | 4,31 m |
| Draught | 2,10 m |
| Headroom | 1,98 m |
| Day group | 8 to 12 people |
| Cabins | 4 double cabins |
| Berths | 10 berths, plus 2 in the saloon (less privacy) |
| Shower rooms | 2 bathrooms and 2 toilets |
| Fresh water | 800 litres |
| Engine | Volvo Penta TMD22, 78 hp, diesel |
| Cruising speed | 7 knots under engine |
| Maximum speed | 9 knots |
| Average consumption | 5 litres per hour |
| Tank | 237 litres, about 60 hours of range |
Equipment of the sailboat Émeraude
All the equipment of a cruising Oceanis 473, checked before every charter.
Interior
- 2 double cabins forward with storage
- 2 double cabins aft with storage
- 1 additional double berth in the large saloon
- 2 bathrooms and 2 toilets
- Equipped galley: 2 fridges, oven, 2-burner gas hob, induction hob, espresso machine and kettle
- Double sink
- Equipped chart table, 12 V to 220 V inverter (300 W)
- 3 flexible tanks for 800 litres of fresh water and water heater
- Television
- Radio with USB port for smartphone, indoor speakers
- Full LED lighting
Exterior
- Spacious cockpit with table for 8 people
- Swim platform with ladder and hot-water shower
- Sun awning, bimini on frame and sprayhood
- Outdoor speakers
- 2 large wheels
- Besenzoni hydraulic gangway (lifts 300 kg), controlled from the helm or by remote
- 4 Lewmar winches (2 ST54 and 2 ST40)
- Mainsail with lazy bag
- Facnor furling genoa
- Storm jib and spinnaker
- 2 x 3 kg gas bottles in a sealed locker
- 20-metre water hose with spray gun
Electronics and navigation
- Electronics installed in 2021: network controlled from 3 touchscreens, Navionics charts, wifi
- Depth sounder, water temperature, wind speed and direction, Doppler radar
- AIS transceiver, autopilot with remote, augmented reality and thermal camera
- DSC VHF with additional cockpit handset, 2 handheld VHFs
- Ocean Signal rescueME EPIRB1 distress beacon
- Hand-bearing compass and 2 steering compasses
- Barometric station, 7×50 binoculars, ruler and dividers
- Nautical charts of the area, list of lights and sailing directions
Electricity
- 460 Ah Victron battery bank with monitor and 430 W solar panels
- Dedicated batteries for the engine and bow thruster
- 115 A alternator and charge splitter
- 12 V 40 A automatic charger
- Shore power socket with extension lead and adapters for other ports
- 220 V circuit with sockets on board
- Rechargeable long-range spotlight
- 12 V to 220 V inverter (300 W)
Engine
- Volvo Penta TMD22 78 hp turbo diesel, fully serviced
- 237-litre tank: more than 300 nautical miles of range
- Average consumption of 5 litres per hour
- Bow thruster for easy manoeuvring in port
Safety
- Offshore liferaft for 10 people
- 12 adult life jackets and 12 harnesses, 3 children’s harnesses
- Port and starboard jacklines
- Horseshoe buoy with 2 self-righting lights
- Approved distress flares
- 2 fire extinguishers and 2 fire blankets
- Electric bilge pumps with alarm, and manual pumps
- Foghorn, signalling mirror, torches
- LED navigation lights, anchor light and deck spotlight
- 260-piece toolbox
Anchoring
- Lofrans electric windlass with remote control and chain counter
- 110 metres of 10 mm chain and 30 metres of rope
- 25 kg stainless steel Spade anchor
- Anchor controlled from the helm
Photos and videos of the Oceanis 473 Émeraude
Oceanis 473 charter prices
Prices decrease by up to 9% from the third day. The exact price depends on your dates and is confirmed on the quote.
| Journée avec skipper | Dès €990 |
|---|---|
| 1er janvier au 11 mars, du 1er janvier au 11 mars | €379 / jour |
| 12 mars au 10 juin, du 12 mars au 10 juin | €399 / jour |
| 11 juin au 9 juillet, du 11 juin au 9 juillet | €449 / jour |
| 10 juillet au 20 août, du 10 juillet au 20 août | €499 / jour |
| 21 août au 8 octobre, du 21 août au 8 octobre | €449 / jour |
| 9 octobre au 12 novembre, du 9 octobre au 12 novembre | €399 / jour |
| 13 novembre au 31 décembre | €379 / jour |
| 1er janvier au 11 mars, du 1er janvier au 11 mars | €2,520.35 / semaine |
| 12 mars au 10 juin, du 12 mars au 10 juin | €2,653.35 / semaine |
| 11 juin au 9 juillet, du 11 juin au 9 juillet | €2,985.85 / semaine |
| 10 juillet au 20 août, du 10 juillet au 20 août | €3,318.35 / semaine |
| 21 août au 8 octobre, du 21 août au 8 octobre | €2,985.85 / semaine |
| 9 octobre au 12 novembre, du 9 octobre au 12 novembre | €2,653.35 / semaine |
| 13 novembre au 31 décembre | €2,520.35 / semaine |
| Location à la semaine | Dès €2,520.35 |
- Prix dégressifs jusqu'à −9 % à partir du 3e jour.
- Caution (location sans skipper) : €4,000.
- Prix TTC. Le tarif exact dépend des dates, de la durée et des options : il est confirmé sur votre devis.
What is included
- The berth in the home port, Port Corbières, throughout the charter
- Access to fresh water, electricity, wifi, toilets and showers at the port
- Check-in, condition report and briefing on the sailing area
- Mattress protectors on all cabins and cushions
Bedding (sheets, duvets, pillows) and towels are professionally laundered after each charter. They are on board: if you use them without having booked them as an option, they will be charged on your return.
Practical information for chartering the Oceanis 473
Deposit
€4,000 for a charter without a skipper, paid by bank transfer a week before or at check-in.
Without a skipper
Submit your sailing CV: we review it within 48 hours. Otherwise, a professional skipper can accompany you.
Times
By the week: from Saturday 3pm to Friday 6pm. Shorter charters: from 9am to 6pm. A night on board the evening before is available as an option.
Port Corbières
A private, enclosed and guarded port in L’Estaque (13016 Marseille). Free parking right in front of the pontoon, water, electricity, wifi, showers and restaurants.
Getting here
Marseille Provence airport 20 minutes away, Saint-Charles station 15 minutes away, by taxi, ride-hailing or hire car.
Booking
The date is secured on receipt of payment. Cancellation and weather postponement conditions are those of our terms and conditions of sale.
Charter the Oceanis 473 Émeraude in 4 steps
- You request your dates. Give the period, the duration and your group, with or without a skipper.
- You receive a reply within 24 hours. Availability, exact price and options, by email or on WhatsApp.
- You confirm. The charter contract and payment secure the date; you will find your documents in your account.
- On the day, you board. Welcome at the pontoon, check-in, briefing, then out to sea. We remain reachable throughout the charter.
Book online
Real-time availability, price calculated instantly, secure card payment. 50 % deposit when you book, the balance later.
Vérifier les disponibilités
Indiquez vos dates et votre groupe : nous vous confirmons la disponibilité de Émeraude et le tarif exact, sans engagement.
Chartering the Oceanis 473 Émeraude: your questions
How much does it cost to charter Émeraude?
In low season, our Oceanis 473 Émeraude can be chartered from €379 per day without a skipper. In mid and high season, the price depends on the dates and the duration: it is confirmed on your quote. Prices decrease by up to 9% from the third day.
Can we charter Émeraude with a skipper?
Yes. A professional skipper can come on board the Oceanis 473 with you for €300 per day: he sails the boat, chooses the anchorages and lets you relax, or teaches you to helm if you wish.
Do we need a licence to charter Émeraude without a skipper?
For a charter without a skipper, we ask for a sailing CV, which we review within 48 hours. A €4,000 deposit is required for the duration of the charter.
How many people can come on board?
The Oceanis 473 welcomes a group of 8 to 12 people for a day trip, and 8 to 10 people for a cruise of several days thanks to her 4 double cabins and convertible saloon.
Where does the boat leave from?
The Oceanis 473 Émeraude is moored at Port Corbières, in L’Estaque, north of Marseille: a private, enclosed and guarded port, with free parking right in front of the pontoon. Marseille Provence airport is 20 minutes away, Saint-Charles station 15 minutes.
What are the boarding times?
By the week: boarding on Saturday from 3pm, return on Friday before 6pm; an extra night is possible. For a shorter charter: boarding from 9am, return before 6pm.
Can we sleep on board the night before departure?
Yes, an extra night on board is available as an option for €250, for example the evening before boarding.
Let’s talk about your charter
Tell us your dates, your group and your plans: we reply within 24 hours with a clear quote.
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