Sailing Cruise France Atlantic

Facing the ocean, the coast stretches from the ravissantes islands of Yeu and of Noirmoutier to the estuary of the Gironde then the Gascogne, landes and its long beaches of fine sand. The navigation to the south is simple, always any right with more luck to have a houle and of the wind bearing. This frange du littoral, although rather regular is subject to significant currents and tides that will not facilitate your anchorages.

Conditions of navigation: Atlantic Frecnh coast

Spring and summer are the best seasons to navigate along the French Atlantic coast. For the sailors, it is possible to navigate almost the whole year. The prevailing wind blowing from west is to different intensity degrees according to the periods and the weather. But, be careful however with the big blow of wind.

Near Noirmoutier, La Rochelle and the tar d'Olonne, you will find a large number of boat rental (sailboats, catamarans and motor boats). The rent of motor boats will also allow you to discover the basin of Arcachon, the peninsula of Cap Ferret, its Dune du Pilat, and to take advantage of the joys of fishing. Many rentals boat of the Arcachon Basin will provide you with their offers of boats and availability.

There are so many amazing and charming places on this Atlantic coastline. The island Yeu for example, offers a spendid spectacle to its recreational boaters. The port of minimal in La Rochelle is the largest port of sailboats in Europe.