French-Riviera
The Atlantic coast of France stands out for the tormented contours, the continuous waves attacking the granite, the excavation of faults, the crumbling of cliffs and the chaos of rocks of fine sand that are piled up in the bays.
The long and rugged coast of southern Brittany offers sailors hundreds of miles to sail between Brest and Quiberon and multiple shelter possibilities. Brittany has an incredible variety of landscapes; from the large fine sandy beaches in the bays of Douarnenez, Audierne and Etel making a startling contrast to the cliffs of Belle Île, the flat and calm waters of Benodet or Fouesnant, the wild coasts of Penmarc’h and the Raz of Sein.
Brittany offers multiple sailing routes for an unforgettable skippered or bareboat charter along the Atlantic coast.
You can rent a boat in Brittany from; Trinite-sur-mer, Arzal, Crouesty, Lorient, Port-la-Forêt and Saint Malo.
Brittany is characterized by an oceanic, temperate and mild climate with frequent and regular intensity rain. The cloudy skies and the intermittent appearance of the sun, is the most common forecast in a day in Brittany.
August, with an average temperature of 18 ° C and sea temperature of 19 ° C, is the warmest month and the best season to rent a boat in Brittany. January and December are the coldest and rainiest months.
Navigation Considerations: Winds tend to blow from the east with an average of 15-25 knots. Sailing can be difficult due to numerous reefs.
Brittany has the fastest tides in Europe, which cause very strong currents. Quiberon Bay is protected from the waves of the Atlantic Ocean by the Quiberon peninsula and the Houat and Hoëdic islands, which facilitates the cruise conditions.
For bareboat charter in Brittany you need to have previous sailing experience and a nautical licence.
Language: French. English spoken in the most touristic areas.
Currency: Euros. Credit cards: Visa and MasterCard are generally accepted.
NOTE: Confirm with your bank before traveling that your ATM/debit card (and PIN) will work in France. ATMs are not as frequent as in other areas. It is recommeneded to bring some cash when traveling abroad.
How to get there: Airport of Nantes, Brent or Rennes. You can also fly to Paris and from there take a train to Brittany. Another very comfortable option is to travel by car.
Documentation; Citizens of EU countries need a national identity card or a valid passport. Otherwise, a valid passports with at least six months of validity beyond your planned date of departure are required. Visas are not required for American and Canadian visitors staying in France for up to 90 days
Other important information: A valid sailing license and prior sailing experience is required for bareboat charter in France.
Gastronomy: Brittany is a land of traditions and legends and this is reflected in its dishes. You have to enter in some of their typical creperies and try the “galettes” and crêpes accompanied by a good cidre de Bretagne.
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The Atlantic coast of France stands out for the tormented contours, the continuous waves attacking the granite, the excavation of faults, the crumbling of cliffs and the chaos of rocks of fine sand that are piled up in the bays.
The long and rugged coast of southern Brittany offers sailors hundreds of miles to sail between Brest and Quiberon and multiple shelter possibilities. Brittany has an incredible variety of landscapes; from the large fine sandy beaches in the bays of Douarnenez, Audierne and Etel making a startling contrast to the cliffs of Belle Île, the flat and calm waters of Benodet or Fouesnant, the wild coasts of Penmarc’h and the Raz of Sein.
Brittany offers multiple sailing routes for an unforgettable skippered or bareboat charter along the Atlantic coast.
You can rent a boat in Brittany from; Trinite-sur-mer, Arzal, Crouesty, Lorient, Port-la-Forêt and Saint Malo.
- + Navigation
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Brittany is characterized by an oceanic, temperate and mild climate with frequent and regular intensity rain. The cloudy skies and the intermittent appearance of the sun, is the most common forecast in a day in Brittany.
August, with an average temperature of 18 ° C and sea temperature of 19 ° C, is the warmest month and the best season to rent a boat in Brittany. January and December are the coldest and rainiest months.
Navigation Considerations: Winds tend to blow from the east with an average of 15-25 knots. Sailing can be difficult due to numerous reefs.
Brittany has the fastest tides in Europe, which cause very strong currents. Quiberon Bay is protected from the waves of the Atlantic Ocean by the Quiberon peninsula and the Houat and Hoëdic islands, which facilitates the cruise conditions.
For bareboat charter in Brittany you need to have previous sailing experience and a nautical licence.
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Language: French. English spoken in the most touristic areas.
Currency: Euros. Credit cards: Visa and MasterCard are generally accepted.
NOTE: Confirm with your bank before traveling that your ATM/debit card (and PIN) will work in France. ATMs are not as frequent as in other areas. It is recommeneded to bring some cash when traveling abroad.
How to get there: Airport of Nantes, Brent or Rennes. You can also fly to Paris and from there take a train to Brittany. Another very comfortable option is to travel by car.
Documentation; Citizens of EU countries need a national identity card or a valid passport. Otherwise, a valid passports with at least six months of validity beyond your planned date of departure are required. Visas are not required for American and Canadian visitors staying in France for up to 90 days
Other important information: A valid sailing license and prior sailing experience is required for bareboat charter in France.
Gastronomy: Brittany is a land of traditions and legends and this is reflected in its dishes. You have to enter in some of their typical creperies and try the “galettes” and crêpes accompanied by a good cidre de Bretagne.
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