1993 Nissen 52 DS

The Nissen 52 DS is a bluewater cruising ketch designed by Georg Nissen and built by the German yard Sommerfeld & Thiele. This 52-foot wooden hull with a 15-foot beam combines strength and comfort for extended ocean voyaging. Power comes from a single 232 hp Yamaha diesel engine.

The layout accommodates a couple living aboard with room for occasional guests. Two cabins provide private sleeping quarters, and the design includes a large workshop area that also serves as a washing space and storage. The interior reflects the boat's purpose-built cruising heritage, with practical arrangements throughout.

This ketch has logged over 40,000 miles under her current ownership, including multiple Atlantic crossings and inland cruising through the Mississippi River and Great Lakes system. The wooden construction and proven sea-keeping design make her a capable vessel for serious long-distance sailing.