- Shelter
- SE, S, SW
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Anchorage off Île de Béniguet in the Archipel de Molène, within the Parc naturel marin d'Iroise, sand bottom, sheltered from SE to SW.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the east between Béniguet and the Basse Paluden, strong tidal streams in the Chenal du Four and the Passage du Fromveur nearby, up to 8 knots on springs. Anchor on sand off the north of the island, watching for isolated rock heads that dot the spot; with enough water it is possible to move further south, but only with a good chart. Le Conquet 3 nm E for refuge, L'Aber Ildut 7.9 nm NE. Island is privately held and landing is regulated.
History
Béniguet is the southernmost island of the Molène archipelago. Long used for sheep grazing and seaweed harvesting, it is now a nature reserve managed by the Office national de la chasse et de la faune sauvage.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 48.35453, -4.85041 (48°21.27'N 4°51.02'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from south-east, south, south-west winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Boaters' rating
- 2.7/5
- Last updated
- October 15, 2026
Getting there
Île de Béniguet lies at 48°21.27'N 4°51.02'W, that is 48.35453, -4.85041 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Île de Béniguet sheltered from?
Île de Béniguet is sheltered from south-east, south, south-west winds.
Can you anchor at Île de Béniguet?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Île de Béniguet.
How do boaters rate Île de Béniguet?
Île de Béniguet is rated 2.7/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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