Amadea: 10 facts about Lürssen's 106m superyacht – now up for auction

Amadea, the 106.1-metre behemoth from German shipyard Lürssen, is now officially up for auction. Following her forfeiture under order of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, Amadea is being offered for sale through a sealed bid auction administered by National Maritime Services in collaboration with Josh Gulbranson of Fraser.

The auction opened on 5 August 2025 and will close on 10 September 2025, with a $10 million deposit required to participate. Currently lying in San Diego, California, this rare opportunity to acquire a yacht of such calibre has been described by National Maritime Services chairman Bob Toney as “maybe once in a lifetime".

With an ornate design by Espen Øino International and interiors by Francois Zuretti, Amadea boasts impressive attention to detail. Evgeniy Kochman, founder and CEO of broker Imperial, which acted as the owner’s representative during the construction process, once described Amadea as “one of the most detailed vessels ever built".

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1. A private cinema with a 4D experience

A private cinema with full blackout capability is located on the bridge deck, with movies shown via a full retractable projector and big screen and complemented by a popcorn machine, according to BOAT's 2019 yacht report. To make the experience even more immersive, the sofas are controlled by D-Box motion control, and can move forwards, tilt backwards and shake in sequence with the films shown on screen.

2. A five-tonne albatross adorns the bow

Weighing as much as five tonnes and constructed entirely from stainless steel, an enormous albatross figurehead has been welded to the front of the yacht, with its vast wings wrapped around the bow. The piece was created by Dutch artist Willem Lenssinck and designed in an art-deco style.

3. A live lobster tank in the galley

The sun deck showcases a winter patio dining room, inspired by an alpine conservatory. It has a live lobster tank so foodies can enjoy the freshest seafood grilled over the giant barbecue. The area has also been designed in an open, chef’s table style so guests can be involved in food prep. 

4. A party deck that transforms into a live stage

The party deck has the ultimate entertainment set-up. The spa pool and sunbeds can convert into a live stage with 20,000 Watts of built-in speakers, stage lights and laser beams. Bands and DJs can plug directly into the ship’s audio system for optimum sound quality. Even at half volume, "you could feel your chest pounding," according to the captain.

5. A mosaic pool and theatrical main deck

On the aft of the main deck, a glass-edged mosaic pool takes centre stage, complete with submerged bar stools and sun pads, creating a seamless space for al fresco lounging. The adjoining bar area is designed for effortless entertaining under the open sky. Step inside, and the grand saloon impresses with a bespoke piano and a marble fireplace, flowing gracefully into the formal dining room and showcasing theatrical design.

6. The lower deck spa and leisure hub

At water level, Amadea’s lower deck offers a full-service spa with sauna, hammam, chromotherapy pool and massage room. Adjacent, a sea-level lounge and recreation area opens onto a fold-down terrace. The tender garage houses three tenders along with a full complement of water toys, while a dedicated guest meeting room provides convertible accommodation and a fold-down balcony for easy guest boarding and tender access.

7. A helipad with an aviation upgrade

For smooth arrivals and departures, Amadea is equipped with a helipad that can accommodate a Eurocopter EC135 or similar aircraft. But, going far beyond class requirements, the landing area also features a glide path indicator which resembles a dormant party light on the foredeck.

8. A hand-painted Pleyel piano

Once the favoured piano brand of Chopin and Ravel, Peyel was responsible for the Directoire baby grand piano that decorates Amadea’s interior. The soundboard and ribs of the piano are built of solid spruce from Italy’s Fiemme Valley and the hardware, including pedals and hinges, are made from 24kt gold. The vines and flowers adorning the instrument are hand-painted by Pierre-François Battisti, and the piano in total took 18 months to construct.

9. The private owner’s deck

Amadea’s owner's stateroom features a forward-facing bed framed by floor-to-ceiling windows, a serene foredeck Jacuzzi, an expansive his-and-hers bath, a large dressing room, a private office, a full beauty centre and a dedicated gym. Aft, guests can gather around a circular table for 16, complemented by a fire pit and shaded lounging area – an unparalleled space for relaxation and entertaining.

10. A build completed in record time

Despite the incredible amount of detail that went into Amadea’s design, the build took just 31 months from the first steel cutting until delivery to her owner. For a yacht of her size, “that is very fast,” attests Michael Breman, sales director at Lürssen. The build was able to be completed so swiftly, thanks to similar technical specifications as a Lürssen project launched in 2014, the 104-metre Quantum Blue.

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With her sealed bid auction closing on 10 September 2025, Amadea represents not only a feat of engineering and artistry but also one of the most significant yacht ownership opportunities in recent history.

For full auction details and registration, contact Fraser.