Navigation guide Morbihan
Between Finistère and Loire-Atlantique, discover Morbihan. This part of Brittany is known for its softness, its beaches, and especially its Gulf! Sail in the Morbihan and discover this beautiful department by its coast or its inland Gulf, the choice is wide!
The most beautiful bay in the world
Sailing in Morbihan is synonymous with discovery! Between the Gulf of Morbihan, the wild islands, the inhabited islands, or the green Atlantic coast, it's up to you to choose what you prefer. Do you know that Quiberon Bay is one of the most beautiful bays in the world? No need to go to San Fransisco to be disoriented!
Discover the Sinagot : the sailboat created in the Gulf of the Morbihan
In Morbihan, you will find all types of boat, but especially a lot of Sinagots. These small sailboats with red sails, typical of the port of Séné, next to Vannes. These boats were historically used for fishing in the Gulf of Morbihan. Will you be able to maneuver them?
A navigation at the rhythm of the tides in the paradise islands
Morbihan has so much to offer you. Discover sailing at the tides of the Gulf, sailing to the islands for Belle-Ile or cabotage around the peninsula of Quiberon. You will come across its tide mills, we advise you that of Pen Castel, still in activity and well preserved, listen to the clatter of the water.
Our 5 advices for a navigation in the Morbihan
Sailing is an activity that tests beginners as confirmed! While sailing in the islands of the Gulf of Morbihan, you will learn how to maneuver a sailboat, discover the tides, guide you according to the wind, hoist the sails or still stay the course. The sea has so much to offer you! Depending on the time of day, discover dazzling landscapes. If you are lucky, the sunsets are beautiful on the Gulf of Morbihan and will leave you with unforgettable memories!
The Morbihan has hosted many legends, in addition to King Arthur other legends still resonate in the heartland. No department has equaled the Morbihan with its memories of unknown times, these rows of inexplicable stones like Carnac ... These stones, 6,000 years old, just waiting for you to tell their story ... Will you know to unravel their mysteries?
Belle-Ile, located off the coast of Morbihan has much to discover. This still wild island is a haven of peace. Take the opportunity to discover its cities: The Palace or Bangor. The Palace is an essential meeting place in Belle-île, this fishing port, marina and trade is ideal for a stroll. Bangor, located south of the island, will dazzle you with its cove, dominated by the Great Lighthouse of Belle-Ile. You can also discover its rocky coast, as in Port Coton and its famous Aiguilles. It's up to you to choose which landscape you want to discover!
From the Atlantic, to reach the Gulf of Morbihan, you will pass by the Bay of Quiberon, one of the most beautiful bays in the world. From the sea, you will enjoy a unique view of the Morbihan coast, the different shades of blue will dazzle you. And if you are lucky, you may come across some dolphins. So where will you spend your next vacation? We, we already know!
Breton culture is known, but its heritage still has so much to offer you. In the Morbihan, many cities still have their cobblestone streets, their fishermen's houses, as well as many burial mounds. Going through Vannes, you will discover its old streets and its half-timbered houses. In Quiberon, discover the port Haliguen, old typical fishing port now marina. In Port Navalo, you will discover its lighthouse of 1840 announcing the entry into the Gulf of Morbihan, there is next to the statue of St. Anne, watching over sailors taking off. You will also find many bunkers of the Atlantic Wall in Plouharnel, it's up to you to choose which part of the history morbihannaise you want to discover!
What is the best time to cruise in the Morbihan ?
It is well known that in Morbihan it is sunny many times a day! The season of navigation will vary according to your expectations. For the most reckless you can embark from april until the end of october. Some will sail even during winter. In that case it is absolutely mandatory to have the rught equipement in order to have a good time: warm clothes, sailing jacket, boots. May will bring the nice weather, with a spring that is usually beautiful! You can go for a swim from june to october. Except for the bravest of course who are free to swim all year long in cold water.
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| Our opinions |
To sail in Morbihan, prefer the lighter summer seasons or watch the weather, the sea can be quite rough. Also pay attention to the tides to navigate the Gulf of Morbihan or else, go with a professional skipper!