Description

Alinka is a fine example of the highly respected Great Dane 28, a classic Danish cruising yacht renowned for her seaworthiness, build quality and timeless design. Built by Klaus Baess in Copenhagen and designed by the acclaimed naval architect Aage Utzon, she represents a golden era of Scandinavian yacht construction, where strength, balance and practicality were at the forefront of design.

She is sail number 72 of the Great Dane 28 class and was officially registered in Southampton in October 1969, giving her a well-documented and traceable history. The Great Dane 28 has long been admired by cruising sailors for her long-keel hull form, comfortable motion at sea and forgiving handling, making her equally suitable for coastal cruising and longer passages.

Constructed with a solid GRP hull and traditional long keel, Alinka offers excellent directional stability and a reassuring feel under sail. These yachts are known for their ability to look after their crew in a wide range of conditions, appealing to sailors who value reliability and confidence over outright performance.

Mechanically, Alinka benefits from a reconditioned Nanni 24hp diesel engine, which was installed in 2025. She has been surveyed in February 2024 along with new standing rigging done in 2024 and was antifouled in 2025.

Her onboard systems include navigation lights, steaming light, anchor light and masthead tricolour light, along with a Raymarine autopilot, supporting comfortable and practical cruising.

Below decks, Alinka offers classic timber finishes, true to her Scandinavian heritage. She provides accommodation for up to five berths, arranged as a double berth, a dinette conversion and a single berth, making her well suited to family cruising, weekends away or extended stays afloat.

Key dimensions include a length overall of 28ft, waterline length of 21ft 4in, beam of 8ft 2in, and draft of 4ft 6in. She has a displacement of approximately 3.8 tons with around 1.75 tons of ballast, contributing to her renowned stability and seaworthy characteristics.

In summary, Alinka is a genuine classic sailing yacht, combining strong provenance, a proven hull design and sensible modern upgrades. She represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-maintained Great Dane 28 with recent engine replacement, survey history and enduring appeal.

Specifications

Accommodation

She provides accommodation for up to five berths, arranged as a double berth, a dinette conversion and a single berth, making her well suited to family cruising, weekends away or extended stays afloat.

Construction

Constructed with a solid GRP hull and traditional long keel, Alinka offers excellent directional stability and a reassuring feel under sail.

A boat is not valued on its age. The age of a boat is irrelevant. A boat is valued based on who built the hull? Who fitted the boat out and what type of materials were used (Hard wood or MDF etc) What equipment does the boat have (Bow thruster, generator, inverters etc) These are just a few of the many factors that equate to the correct value of a boat.

Engine(s)

Alinka benefits from a reconditioned Nanni 24hp diesel engine, which was installed in 2025.

Certification

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No guarantee is given or implied with regards to specification but descriptions are given in good faith. All vessels are sold without warranty or condition as to the fitness either expressed or implied by status or otherwise. No appliances or systems have been tested. All measurements stated are approximate.These details are not intended to, and do not, form any part of any current or future contract. In this transaction we are acting as Brokers only. All sales subject to contract.We are relying on information supplied by a third party. All information is given as a guide.Plating thickness cannot be measured during NBS visit while the boat is in the water and is based on information supplied by the owner.A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check the particulars and where appropriate at their own expense to employ a qualified Marine Surveyor to carry out a survey of the vessel.NBS advises that a qualified independent surveyor carries out a full out of water survey for every vessel.

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