Galeon 560 Fly Video Review: Beach Mode Terraces and a Swimwear Dryer
By the YachtWay editorial deskUpdated October 2026Video walkthrough7 min read
The Galeon 560 Fly is a 58 ft flybridge yacht that packs a lot into its size. We walked her from the swim platform to the engine room. She has Galeon's fold-down Beach Mode terraces, a galley window that opens onto a bar in the cockpit, a flybridge with a grill and a built-in swimwear dryer, a VIP cabin forward, a twin guest cabin, a full-beam owner's cabin and a crew cabin aft.
A 56 footer that feels much bigger
Galeon is known for its fold-down Beach Mode terraces, and the 560 Fly adds more ideas on top. The cockpit table has a marble inlay with a chrome strip, the galley window slides away to turn the cockpit into a bar, and the flybridge has a swimwear dryer we had never seen on a boat. Below there are three cabins, a washer-dryer and a crew cabin with its own head.
What stood out on board
- Beach Mode terracesThe sides of the cockpit fold down, with stanchions and ropes to keep kids safe.
- A galley bar to the cockpitThe window slides away and a table folds out into a bar counter with stools.
- A swimwear dryerBuilt into the flybridge, so wet swimwear does not stain the seats.
- A full-beam owner's cabinStepped down close to the waterline, with big windows and a king bed.
- A glass Jack and Jill headThe VIP bathroom is all glass, with blinds for privacy.
- Hidden tender chocksThey pop up on the swim platform and fold away when not in use.
Spec sheet at a glance
| Feature | What you get | The benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 58 ft 6 in (17.83 m) | Sold as a 56, with room to match |
| Beam | 15 ft 10 in (4.82 m) | Room for a full-beam owner's cabin |
| Draft | 5 ft 7 in (1.71 m) | Steady at sea |
| Dry weight | 27.6 t (60,894 lb) | A solid flybridge yacht |
| Tanks | 581 gal fuel, 198 gal water (2,200 L, 750 L) | Weekends without a refill |
| Engines (listing) | 2x Volvo Penta D13, 900 hp, shaft drive | Smaller Volvo options are offered |
| Top speed | 31 kn (listing figures) | We did not sea trial this boat |
| Layout | Owner, VIP and twin cabins, plus crew cabin | The twin beds slide together |
| Helm | Dual Raymarine screens, aft camera, thrusters | Easy short-handed docking |
| Flybridge | Grill, sink, fridge, swimwear dryer | A second living room up top |
| Galley | Dual fridge, freezer, dishwasher, wine cooler | Set up for long weekends |
| Systems | Fischer Panda generator, Victron power | Washer-dryer below the stairs |
Step inside: interactive 3D virtual walkthrough
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Swim platform and cockpit
The swim platform lowers into the water with steps, and hidden chocks pop up to hold a tender. A bench folds down at the stern, so you can sit and watch the kids swim.
- Shower.With hot and cold water, for rinsing off.
- Shore power.Hidden away, so no cables hang out at the dock.
- Passerelle.Built into a step, with controls by the platform.
- Camera.Points aft, so the helm can see the dock and the swimmers.
- Dining.A marble-inlay table that lowers to coffee table height.
- Terraces.Fold down on both sides.
Bow
A one-piece windshield gives a clear view from the helm. The bow has a forward-facing bench and a sunbed with adjustable backrests.
- Fender holders.At the bow, so you do not run aft for them.
- Shade.Four carbon poles hold a cover over the bow.
- Storage.Space for spare fenders and lines.
- Helm window.A sliding window gives quick access to the helm.
Salon and galley
Inside there is wood flooring, plush carpet and cabinets lined with leather. The dining table has a marble inlay, and the backrest folds when the aft window is open.
- Galley.A U-shaped layout with a cooktop and pop-up power sockets.
- Cold storage.A dual fridge, a freezer and a wine cooler.
- Dishwasher.A full-size unit.
- TV.Rises from the counter at the push of a button.
Helm
The helm seat is deep, with a footrest. A side window slides open so the captain can handle lines when short-handed.
- Screens.Two Raymarine displays of about 16 in.
- Controls.Throttles, autopilot and trim tabs.
- Thrusters.Bow and stern controls under a lid.
- Lighting.RGB lights that change colour.
Flybridge
Deep steps with handrails lead up, and a lid closes the stairway to keep kids safe. A full hardtop shades the whole flybridge.
- Lounge.An L-shaped lounge bed in the aft corner.
- Galley.A grill, a sink, a fridge and a prep counter.
- Swimwear dryer.Built in, a first for us.
- Dining.Fold-out tables that join into one.
- Helm.A backrest that flips to face the dining area.
- Cover box.A storage box for the flybridge covers.
Cabins and crew area
A carpeted stair with LED lights under each step leads down to three cabins. A washer-dryer hides under the stairs.
VIP and twin cabins
- VIP cabin.A queen bed and a vanity with a fold-out seat.
- Bathroom.A Jack and Jill head with a rain shower.
- Twin cabin.Two beds on rails that slide together.
Owner's cabin
- Bed.A king, a few steps down near the waterline.
- Vanity.With a tall mirror and felt-lined drawers.
- Bathroom.A walk-in shower with a bench.
Crew and engine room
- Crew cabin.Two twin beds, a fridge and a day head.
- Wet bar.A small sink by the swim platform.
- Engine room.Fischer Panda generator, Victron power and carbon exhausts.
The 560 Fly shows how much Galeon can pack into a 56 footer. The Beach Mode terraces and the galley bar open the cockpit to the water, and the flybridge adds a grill, a big dining area and a swimwear dryer. Below, the full-beam owner's cabin, a VIP with a glass bathroom, a twin cabin and a crew cabin cover a family and a captain. The finishes, from the marble tables to the leather-lined cabinets, feel a size up.
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