Like new – only better
Whether large or small, sailboat or motor yacht, wood, metal, or composite material, traditional or cutting-edge—our goal is to reveal the hidden potential of your beloved yacht once again. A refit means not only preserving but also enhancing the value of your yacht, and at Bootswerft Winkler, this goes hand in hand with increased comfort and convenience on board. Share your wishes regarding appearance, equipment, and performance, or let our highly qualified team inspire you.
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Sailboats
SENTA
| Refit Period | Various Years |
| Shipyard | Howaldtswerke - Deutsche Werft |
| Hull Length | 16.30m / 53ft |
| Year of Construction | 1928 |
| Type of Boat | One-off Build - Wishbone Ketch |
2020 – 2021
During this winter, the teak deck was restored. This involved removing all deck fittings and partially dismantling the deck furniture before the old teak deck was taken apart. The repair work then focused on the underlying original deck, installing new diagonal bands, and reinforcing the deck with a laminate coating. After leveling the deck, new teak was laid. Additionally, SENTA received a new anchor windlass.
2018 – 2019
After more than 90 years of use, extensive restoration was required during the winter storage of 2018/2019. Despite regular and professional maintenance by the owner families and Winkler Boatyard, the signs of age were simply too evident to ignore.
Initially, attempts were made to repair or replace damaged parts in sections. However, during the dismantling process, it quickly became apparent that the keel, deadwood, and a significant portion of the steel frames only allowed for a “major” repair. As a result, SENTA received a new wooden keel and new deadwood; the keel was re-planked, the steel frames in the bilge area were replaced with new parts, all keel bolts were renewed, the underwater hull was stripped, and the plank seams were reworked.
Furthermore, the engine foundation was overhauled, and the engine was serviced by maxmare: crankshaft re-bushed, camshaft replaced, cylinders bored and honed, pistons renewed, injection pump and injectors, cooler and water pumps, as well as the starter, both alternators, and the exhaust system were overhauled. The overhaul was completed with a fresh paint job and new fittings.
2015
Overhaul of the aft steel structure.
1998 – 1999
Installation of a new wet room.
1997 – 1998
During this winter, the forward ship was renewed. The structure was overhauled, and the steel frames in the forward area were replaced. As part of this renewal, SENTA received a new interior fit-out for the forward section.
| Refit Period | 2003 - 2004 |
| Length | 11.27m / 37ft |
SEXTETT has commissioned structural work, a complete color overhaul, a new deck covering, and the construction of a new cockpit with us. Additionally, we have upgraded the old steering system to a free-standing spade rudder and installed a new keel.
Topaz
| Refit Period | 2004 - 2005 |
| Length | 20,75m / 68ft |
| Shipyard | Ta Chiao Bros. Yacht Building Co. Ltd. (Taiwan) |
| Year of Construction | 1982 |
| Type of Boat | Ta Chiao CT 54 |
TOPAZ was personally brought over by the owner and partially by the Bootswerft Winkler team, sailing under its own keel from Croatia to us in Bremen for a complete refit. We came up with something special for this project. We extended the ship by two meters with a stern platform that includes an integrated hydraulic staircase, created and installed a hot tub for the tender, removed the old aft deck, and replaced it with a new deck featuring a seating area consisting of two sofas and a table with a cooler.
Additionally, there was a complete overhaul of the rig and deck fittings, a partial renewal of the teak deck, and all clear-coated surfaces were stripped and refinished. The entire interior was refurbished and repainted; new electrical systems, a new generator, and air conditioning units were installed; custom-made sunshades and covers were created; and the complete exterior paintwork was renewed.
Wappen von Bremen III
| Refit Period | 2004 - 2005 |
| Length | 16.63m / 55ft |
| Type of Boat | Sea Cruiser |
| Year of Construction | 1982 |
| Shipyard | Bieritz-Werft, Friedrichskroog |
The former flagship „WAPPEN VON BREMEN III“ of the sailing association with the same name (SKWB), which has since been replaced by „WAPPEN VON BREMEN IV“, was overhauled and refitted by Bootswerft Winkler during the winter of 2004/05. The underwater hull underwent a complete renovation, and the rudder system – a skeg with an attached rudder blade – was replaced by a freestanding spade rudder, including a new steering system.
Thula, Ex-Hetairos
| Refit Period | 2005 - 2006 |
| Length | 21.90m /72ft |
| Shipyard | Royal Huisman |
| Year of Construction | 1985 |
| Type of Boat | Royal Huisman Ketch |
On what was then HETAIROS, now THULA, we carried out extensive overhaul and maintenance work, repainted the rig, and installed a new heating system as well as new electronics.
Athena
| Refit Period | Various Years |
| Length | 17.82m / 58ft |
| Shipyard | Abeking & Rasmussen |
| Year of Construction | 1955 |
| Type of Boat | Cruiser Class II / Yawl |
2023 – 2024
This winter, we overhauled the stem of ATHENA. The adjacent wooden planks, as well as the wooden stem itself, were decayed and had to be replaced. We removed all the rotten parts and fitted the new stem and wooden planks.
2008 – 2009
On ATHENA, we structurally re-integrated the mainmast chainplates on both sides, and in the process, parts of the outer hull were renewed. Additionally, a new rudder blade was installed, and the entire rig was overhauled and repainted.
2005 – 2006
During this winter, the galley and the flooring were rebuilt, and in the saloon, a new floor was laid and new sofas were installed.
Leu
| Refit Period | 2010 - 2011 |
| Shipyard | Bootswerft Winkler |
| Length | 13.80m / 45ft |
| Year of Construction | 2008 |
| Type of Boat | judel/vrolijk high performance sloop / racer / daysailer |
The first new build by Bootswerft Winkler returned home every winter, including in 2010/11. LEU was upgraded with lithium-ion batteries, received new steering column tables and a new barber hauler, and underwent a well-planned tuning program, which included modifications to the keel.
Indigo
| Refit Period | 2011 - 2012 |
| Length | 13.10m / 43ft |
| Bauwerft | Abeking & Rasmussen |
| Year of Construction | 1970 |
When Indigo came to us, a major refit was planned. The interior was stripped back, leaving the yacht completely empty. The entire steel hull and additional steel parts were restored and reverted to the original hull shape. The outer hull was blasted, filled, primed, and painted. Parts of the deck were renewed, and the deck fittings were either refurbished or replaced.
A new cockpit was designed and built, and the entire interior was crafted by Bootswerft Winkler. We replaced the old rudder system—skeg with an attached rudder blade—with a freestanding spade rudder, including a new steering system. The rig was overhauled, and new electrical systems and electronics, including lithium-ion batteries, were installed. Our partner company, maxmare Bremer Motoren Service, serviced the entire propulsion system.
Bavaria
| Refit Period | 2018 - 2019 |
| Length | 21.30m / 70ft |
| Shipyard | Abeking & Rasmussen |
| Year of Construction | 1966 |
BAVARIA’s refit was an extensive full program: rebuilding of the engine room; new propulsion system, including a new exhaust system; new electrical systems and electronics, including a generator and new exhaust system; refurbishment of the deck in areas adjacent to the steel sections; disassembly, restoration, and reinstallation of the cap rail, along with the repair of the steel beneath it.
The refit also included a complete overhaul of the rigging, partial refurbishment of the interior, and painting of the outer hull and clear-coated wooden surfaces. Notably, we installed high-quality, effective sound insulation on board.
Phaidros
| Refit Period | 2019 - 2020 |
| Length | 13.10m / 43ft |
| Shipyard | Abeking & Rasmussen |
| Baujahr | 1970 |
On the sailboat PHAIDROS, corrosion had spread throughout the aluminum deck structure. To address this issue properly, the old deck had to be removed. We completely eliminated the corrosion and then installed a new plywood deck and teak decking.
In the course of this work, we completely renewed all deck fittings, the forestay chainplates, and the adjacent outer hull. The stem was partially renewed, and the chain locker was repaired. The cockpit and the rudder system were overhauled. New hatches and a sanitation system were installed, the cabin roof was refurbished, and the superstructure was re-veneered. The entire hull was stripped down and rebuilt from the outside, a new rig was installed, and the underwater hull was repainted in a beautiful turquoise.
Hallberg-Rassy 42 E
| Refit Period | 2021 - 2022 |
| Length | 13.70m / 45ft |
| Shipyard | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year of Construction | 1986 |
| Type of Boat | Hallberg-Rassy 42 E |
This Hallberg-Rassy 42 E received a new teak deck from us, along with extensive structural repairs to the deck and an overhaul of the entire deck equipment. The program also included a thorough osmosis treatment of the water tank, which is integrated into the hull, conversion of the originally integrated diesel tank to a separately installed one, and a complete overhaul and partial reinstallation of the engine room.
Motorboats
AIDA
| Refit Period | Various Years |
| Length | 18,30m / 60ft |
| Year of Construction | 1930 |
2001 – 2002
During this refit, AIDA received a new 14-meter laminated wooden keel with new adjacent steel and wooden structures and was additionally fitted with a ballast keel. The stem tube and various wooden planks were also renewed.
2000 – 2001
During the winter, AIDA underwent significant updates with us, including a new deck, a new propulsion system, electrical and electronic systems, and new ship systems throughout. New deck furniture was installed, all bronze fittings were newly manufactured and mounted, the entire interior was overhauled, a new wet cell was built, the transom with its frame was completely renewed, and a Becker rudder system was installed.
Hilke II
| Refit Period | Various Years |
| Length | 20,80m / 68ft |
| Shipyard | Burmester Werft |
| Year of Construction | 1970 |
2016 – 2017
As a returning vessel, HILKE II received a new galley and a new forward bathroom during this winter. Additionally, a comprehensive „freshening up“ took place, including repainting the exterior and deck, and renewing a portion of the electrical systems.
2002 – 2003
During this winter, we removed the old teak deck, welded up numerous holes in the steel deck, and installed a new teak deck. In the engine room, we installed a new, more efficient ventilation system. All deck fittings underwent a thorough overhaul, and we constructed new features including a first-time bathing platform, a railing ladder, and teak rubbing strakes.
NIXE II
| Refit Period | 2023 - 2024 |
| Length | 21m / 69ft |
| Shipyard | Schless-Werft in Wesel |
| Year of Construction | 1957 |
NIXE II underwent an extensive refit at Winkler Boatyard. This included sanding and re-coating the teak deck, a complete repainting of the natural wood superstructure, priming and painting the hull, partial re-veneering and repainting of the salon area, and a thorough overhaul of all deck fittings.
We replaced plastic windows with real glass panes, repainted the underwater hull, and completely removed corrosion from the exterior. Our partner, maxmare Bremer Motoren Service, replaced all sea valves, and vibration and noise tests were conducted before and after the refit.
Baba jaga
| Refit Period | 2018 - 2019 |
For Baba Jaga, we sandblasted and re-coated the entire underwater hull, re-lasered and taped the waterline. All pores in the welds and in the fuel tank, which was pumped out and carefully cleaned, were sealed.
Additionally, we carried out painting work on the superstructure, as well as on the decorative and rubbing strakes. Prior to this, all fittings were removed, loose paint was stripped, damaged areas were cleaned down to bare steel, and then primed and filled multiple times. The superstructure surfaces were painted green, and all trim strips of the vessel were painted red.
Tender
T/T Rising Sun
| Refit Period | Various Years |
| Length | 12m / 39ft |
| Type of Boat | Catamaran Tender |
| Shipyard | Vaudrey Miller |
| Year of Construction | 2004 |
2017 – 2018
With the exception of the engine room, electrical, and electronic systems, the entire boat was overhauled by Bootswerft Winkler. The entire paintwork was renewed, all deck fittings were disassembled, refurbished, and reinstalled. A new hydraulic roof mechanism was installed, and new rubbing strakes were made. Our partner company, maxmare Bremer Motoren Service, handled the overhaul of the HamiltonJet jet drives.
2010 – 2011
We completely repainted the tender.
T/T Rising Sun
| Refit Period | Various Years |
| Length | 12m / 39ft |
| Type of Boat | Classic Tender |
| Shipyard | Vaudrey Miller |
| Year of Construction | 2004 |
2017 – 2018
We repainted the outer hull and natural wood, and our partner company, maxmare Bremer Motoren Service, supplied and installed new Yanmar engines and HamiltonJet jet drives.
2014
The entire natural wood was repainted.
2010 – 2011
We completely repainted the tender.
T/T Phoenix
| Refit Period | 2013 - 2014 |
| Length | 10.50m / 34ft |
| Type of Boat | Limousine Tender |
| Shipyard | LÜRSSEN |
| Year of Construction | 2010 |
During this refit, the tender was completely overhauled. All parts were disassembled, refurbished, and reassembled. New electrical systems and a new diesel tank were installed, and the engine room underwent a full overhaul.
T/T Phoenix
| Refit Period | 2013 - 2014 |
| Length | 10.50m / 34ft |
| Type of Boat | Sport Tender |
| Shipyard | LÜRSSEN |
| Year of Construction | 2010 |
This sport tender received a new cockpit floor with a new helm and a new seating area from Bootswerft Winkler. It also had new electrical systems installed and underwent a repaint of the above-water areas, deck structures, and interior spaces. Our partner company, maxmare Bremer Motoren Service, handled the overhaul of the entire propulsion system.
T/T Alamshar
| Refit Period | 2017 - 2018 |
Nothing was left untouched on this tender. It was completely disassembled, overhauled, and reassembled. The electrical systems and hoses were serviced. The entire paintwork was renewed. The seat and helm were modified according to specifications, and our partner company, maxmare Bremer Motoren Service, overhauled the entire propulsion system.
