Visiting Lürssen's 73m STARFIRE on anchor in Sanremo
- Dec 27, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 25
Well, I could have just written - wow, and that would be an honest summary of my personal impression of the yacht and her crew, her super spacious decks, style, amenities, her gorgeous and really timeless interior. But let's use some more words.
STARFIRE was on anchor outside of Portosole in Sanremo during 2025 MYBA Yacht Charter Show. I was lucky to get into the chic "tender" almost last minute and in the company of broker colleagues go to view the yacht. Everything from reaching this enourmous beauty, to inspecting her cabins, her super sporty flydeck, drinking coffee at the main aft deck, taking selfies - everything was an experience. I loved how welcoming the crew and her management were.
STARFIRE is a 73-meter (239-foot) superyacht built by Lürssen and delivered in 2007. As expected from one of the world’s most prestigious shipyards, her construction reflects exceptional German engineering, seaworthiness, and attention to detail. This is a yacht designed not just to look good, but to perform beautifully.
What makes STARFIRE particularly compelling today is her extensive refit history with the most recent that took 12 months and finished in 2025. Over the years, she has been thoughtfully modernized to meet contemporary charter standards while maintaining her original integrity. Interiors, systems, and guest amenities have been upgraded with care, ensuring that she feels current without losing her soul.
The atmosphere on board encourages slow mornings, meaningful conversations, and long evenings — the kind of yacht where time naturally stretches.
Basic details:
Length: 73.00 m (239' 6")
Beam: 13.12 m (43' 1")
Draft: 3.70 m (12' 2")
Year built: 2007
Year refit: 2025
Cabins: 7
Guests: 12
Crew: 20
Charter rate: starting from €680,000 per week plus VAT and APA
Cruising area for 2026: West Mediterranean
From a charter point of view, STARFIRE appeals to guests who value build quality, comfort, and authenticity. She is especially attractive to clients who understand yachting and pedigree luxury— those who look beyond trends and appreciate the history & the story.
For me, STARFIRE represents a mature expression of luxury. She doesn’t need spectacle. She offers something deeper: trust, balance, and a feeling that you are exactly where you’re meant to be — at sea, aboard a yacht that truly knows her purpose.
Reach out anytime if you’d like tailored advice on STARFIRE or similar yachts, based on first-hand inspections and real charter experience.
If you enjoyed this visit aboard STARFIRE, you may also like my review of EMIR, an 82.5-m superyacht available for charter.