- Shelter
- E, SW, S, SE
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Sandy anchorage on the Cap Sizun coast in western Brittany, a few miles north of Audierne.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Open bight with sand bottom. Sheltered from east and south sectors but fully exposed to west and north-west swell that builds quickly on this coast. Tidal range is strong, check the current atlas of the Raz de Sein before leaving.
Practical
No moorings or services ashore. Use as a fair-weather stop only. Nearest harbours are Audierne 3.4 nm S and Pors Poulhan 6.6 nm SE.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 48.07795, -4.55315 (48°4.68'N 4°33.19'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from east, south-west, south, south-east winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Boaters' rating
- 3.0/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Anse de Desvenel lies at 48°4.68'N 4°33.19'W, that is 48.07795, -4.55315 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Anse de Desvenel sheltered from?
Anse de Desvenel is sheltered from east, south-west, south, south-east winds.
Can you anchor at Anse de Desvenel?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Anse de Desvenel.
How do boaters rate Anse de Desvenel?
Anse de Desvenel is rated 3.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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