The Dutch Favorite Boat

What is a sloop?

The sloop has become the Dutch favorite boat in recent years. Being sloops comfortable, easy to drive and ideal for sailing with family and friends. They often have a classic, timeless design with lots of wood and brass details.

Sloops are built in many variants: from clinker models (Interboat, Enkhuizensloep) up to smooth-bored sloops (Antaris, Maril), and van pointed hole sloops (Jan van Gent, Seafury) to mirror boats. Also vlettand and tandders fall under this category.

Modern sloops are often equipped with one electric motor or diesel engine, and vary in length from 4 to 10+ meters. Prices range from €10,000 for an entry-level model to €200,000+ for a luxury cabin sloop.

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Sloop Types

What type of sloop do you have?

⛵

Classic Sloop

Clinker or smooth edge, timeless design, teak.

5 - 8 meters
⚡

Electric Sloop

Silent sailing, environmentally friendly, modern technology.

4 - 7 meters
🚤

Vlet / Tandder

Compact day boat, spoon bow, practical and manoeuvrable.

4 - 6 meters
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Cabin sloop

With cabin, overnight stay possible, more comfort.

7 - 11 meters
Coverage types

Which Coverage Suits Your Sloop?

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WA + Limited Casco

From €12/month

+ Coverage for own boat

  • ✓ Everything from WA
  • ✓ Fire & explosion
  • ✓ Storm & lightning
  • ✓ Theft of boat & motor
  • ✗ Own debt not covered
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WA + Full Casco

From €18/month

All risk: maximum protection

  • ✓ Everything from Limited Casco
  • ✓ Collision & own fault
  • ✓ Own defect (manufacturing defect)
  • ✓ Vandalism & frost damage
  • ✓ New value guarantee 3 years

⚡ Electric Sloop Insurance

Electric and hybrid sloops are increasingly popular. Special coverage available:

🔋 Electric motor & batteries

Electric motor and batteries are included in the policy. Check that the value is specified correctly. Lithium-ion batteries are expensive to replace.

🔌 Hybrid Sloops

Hybrid sloops (diesel + electric) are also insured. Both drive systems are covered. Specialists such as Kuiper offer tailor-made solutions.

💡 Silent electric sailing is ideal in nature reserves and residential areas. No boating license required at lower speeds.

🏆 Popular Sloop Brands

All sloop brands are insured. Dutch quality comes first:

Antaris Modern & stylish
Maril Recognizable mirror
Makma Spoon bow boats
Interboat Clinker-built sloops
Maxima Affordable quality
Seafury Lifeboat style
John of Gaunt Pointed hole classic
Enkhuizen sloop Clinker craft
Water trail Tenders & sloops

🎯 What do you use your sloop for?

🏖️ Day trips
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family boating
🍾 Relaxation
🎣 Pisces

💡 sloopen zijn ideaal voor rustig varen op binnenwateren. Kinderen vanaf 12 jaar mogen een sloop (< 7m, max 13 km/u) besturen.

🔐 Security requirements Sloop

Insurers set security requirements for coverage against theft:

  • 🔒 Tie up boat: Approved chain/cable + lock on jetty or shore
  • ⚙️ Outboard motor: CCV-approved toggle or nut lock required
  • 🏠 Storage: Enclosed area with permanent supervision
  • 🔑 Key: Remove from main switch when not in use
  • 📦 Valuables: Store or take with you out of sight

💰 Premium indication Sloep

Type SloopValueComplete airframe
Small sloop/vlet€10,000 - €25,000€8-€15/month
Classic Sloop€25,000 - €60,000€15-€30/month
Electric Sloop€30,000 - €80,000€20-€45/month
Luxury sloop€60,000 - €120,000€35-€65/month
Cabin sloop€100,000 - €200,000+€55-€100/month

* Indicative prices. No deductible up to €50,000. Premium based on current value, lower premium than new value.

📈 No-Claim Discount: Save up to 40%

Every year of sailing without damage you build up a discount:

  • ✓ 1 year damage free: 10% discount
  • ✓ 3 years damage free: 20% discount
  • ✓ 5+ years claim-free: 30-40% discount
  • ✓ TVM: Immediately 30% discount at the start + no-claims protection after 1 year
  • ✓ Transferable: Take your no-claim with you when transferring

🗺️ Sailing areas & Discount

Sloops usually sail on inland waterways. Limited sailing area = lower premium:

  • 🏷️ Netherlands limited: Inland waterways excl. IJsselmeer, Wadden Sea = 15% discount
  • 🇳🇱 Netherlands expanded: Incl. IJsselmeer, Wadden Sea, Zeeland
  • 🇪🇺 Europe: European inland waters + coastal waters
  • ⚠️ Abroad: In IT, HR, ES, GR, WA is mandatory + IVB required

⚠️ Not Covered / Exclusions

  • ✗ Normal wear and tear: Weathering, discoloration, osmosis
  • ✗ Inadequate maintenance: Damage due to lack of maintenance
  • ✗ Unsecured: Theft without approved security
  • ✗ Business use: Only private recreational use
  • ✗ Rental: Not covered as standard (additional coverage possible)
  • ✗ Incorrect age: Driver does not meet age requirements

💡 Tips for Sloop Owners

  • ✓ Current value of premium: Kuiper calculates premium on current value instead of new value = cheaper
  • ✓ New value guarantee: First 3 years new value or appraised value in case of total loss
  • ✓ Check contents: 40% covered as standard, check if this is sufficient
  • ✓ Insure the trailer: Often possible on the same policy
  • ✓ Winter storage: Coverage during storage, transport and slope
  • ✓ KNRM app: Download for emergencies on the water

👤 Age requirements for sailing a sloop

Who is allowed to drive a sloop? This depends on speed and length:

  • 👦 From 12 years: Opand boot < 7m, max 13 km/u (kleine sloep < 4 pk)
  • 👨 From 16 years: Boat 13-20 km/h
  • 👨‍🎓 From 18 years: Boat > 20 km/h + boat license required
  • ⚠️ NB: Damage caused by a driver without the correct age/boat license is not covered

Specialized Sloop Insurers

These insurers have extensive experience with sloops and vlets:

⭐ Kuiper Insurance ⭐ Eerdmans ⭐ TVM Nationale-Nederlandand Uniguarantee Alpine ASR