HELGA Summary
27.3 meters / 89.56 ft
2021
VAN DER VALK
8 guests
4 cabins
23 Knots
27 Knots
Italy
Asking price: €4,950,000 EUR
The fifth hull in the Van der Valk Raised Pilothouse M/Y range, HELGA was designed inside and out by Guido de Groot and sports an instantly recognizable pastel-blue hull. Accommodation on board is for a total of 8 guests split across four staterooms, while the crew accommodation is for three in the forepeak. Elsewhere, the outdoor areas feature a helm station, large tender and lots of sun beds, with a hydraulic swimming platform. Additionally, the yacht features the largest propulsion package on a 26 meter Raised Pilothouse yet, with twin MTU 12V 2000 1920hp M96L engines for a top speed of 27 knots and cruising speed of 23 knots.
Detailed Description
Introducing HELGA — a custom 27.3m Van der Valk Raised Pilothouse, launched in July 2021 and meticulously maintained with only 850 hours of operation.
Built in full aluminium to MCA Category 2 standards, HELGA represents the finest in Dutch yacht engineering and design, conceived by Guido de Groot.
Powered by twin MTU 12V2000 M96L engines (1,920 hp each), she cruises comfortably at 23 knots and reaches 27 knots, combining strength, stability, and sophistication.
Inside, her interiors exude quiet luxury — handcrafted woodwork, Corian finishes, and bespoke furniture designed for modern living at sea. With accommodation for 8 guests and 2 crew, every detail is tailored for comfort and style.
Key features include:
Full aluminium hull & superstructure
Seakeeper stabilizer for exceptional comfort
Hydraulic Opacmare swim platform & 5.8m gangway
Tender Williams SportJet 395 included
Bowers & Wilkins entertainment system
Raymarine Axiom Glass Bridge navigation suite
Currently moored at Marina degli Aregai, Santo Stefano al Mare (Imperia, Italy), HELGA is VAT not paid.
The yacht left the EU in September 2025, allowing temporary import validity for 18 months — she can remain in the EU with all supporting documentation available.
Quick Specifications:
Builder: Van der Valk (Netherlands)
Designer: Guido de Groot
Length: 27.3m | Beam: 6.25m | Draft: 1.8m
Year Launched: July 2021
Engines: 2x MTU 12V2000 M96L (1,920hp)
Hours: 850
Cruising Speed: 23 knots | Max Speed: 27 knots
Fuel: 8,500 L | Water: 1,900 L | Waste: 2,000 L
Price: €4,950,000
VAT: Not paid
Location: Marina degli Aregai, Imperia, Italy