- Shelter
- N, NE, E
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Small cove on the west side of the Baie d'Audierne in southern Finistère, Brittany, sand bottom, open to the south-west.
- Beach
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the south by rounding the Pointe de Lervily. The cove lies about 2.5 nautical miles west of Audierne. No buoyage on the anchorage itself. Anchor on sand in 3 to 6 metres at low water. Swell from the Atlantic rolls in easily once wind turns to the west.
Practical
Forain anchorage with no services. Nearest harbour for water, fuel and provisions is Audierne, 2.5 NM east, or Port de Pors Poulhan, 5.6 NM east.
Ashore
Coastal footpath GR 34 runs along the cliffs above the cove. Audierne town centre with bakery, market and chandler reachable by dinghy and a 30 minute walk from the harbour.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 48.01114, -4.59722 (48°0.67'N 4°35.83'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north, north-east, east winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Services
- Beach
- Boaters' rating
- 3.0/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Anse du Cabestan lies at 48°0.67'N 4°35.83'W, that is 48.01114, -4.59722 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Anse du Cabestan sheltered from?
Anse du Cabestan is sheltered from north, north-east, east winds.
Can you anchor at Anse du Cabestan?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Anse du Cabestan.
How do boaters rate Anse du Cabestan?
Anse du Cabestan is rated 3.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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