- Shelter
- W, SW, S, SE
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Sand anchorage in the Gironde estuary near the Pointe de Grave, close to the northern tip of the Médoc peninsula.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Tidal estuary with strong currents running up to 3 knots on springs. Approach at slack water or with favourable tide, keeping clear of the Banc de Trompeloup. Sand bottom, fair holding. Shelter from W, SW, S and SE; open to N and E where the estuary fetch builds quickly.
Practical
Port Bloc 4.1 NM to the SE at Le Verdon-sur-Mer, gateway marina for the Royan ferry, water and fuel. Port Médoc 4.5 NM SE with 800 berths, full services and a boatyard.
Ashore
Phare de Cordouan visible offshore to the NW, France's oldest working lighthouse and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2021. Pointe de Grave beach and dune trails within walking distance. Royan reachable by passenger ferry from Le Verdon.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 45.60149, -1.14578 (45°36.09'N 1°8.75'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from west, south-west, south, south-east winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Boaters' rating
- 4.3/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Anse de l’Iboga lies at 45°36.09'N 1°8.75'W, that is 45.60149, -1.14578 in decimal degrees.
Boaters' reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience of Anse de l’Iboga.
Write a reviewFrequently asked questions
Which winds is Anse de l’Iboga sheltered from?
Anse de l’Iboga is sheltered from west, south-west, south, south-east winds.
Can you anchor at Anse de l’Iboga?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Anse de l’Iboga.
How do boaters rate Anse de l’Iboga?
Anse de l’Iboga is rated 4.3/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
Explore the region
Nearby cities
The free boat navigation app
Official nautical charts, marine weather, GPS and 50,000+ marinas and anchorages with reviews. All in one app, ready to sail.
