- Shelter
- N, NE, E
- Seabed
- rock, algae
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Rocky bay on the Vendée coast between Les Sables-d'Olonne and Port-Bourgenay, 1.9 nm NW of Port-Bourgenay.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the S or W. Rocky bottom with patches of weed, tenue de fond mediocre, anchor in 4 to 6 m and check the set. Sheltered from N, NE and E winds. Exposed to the swell from SW to W.
Practical
Fair-weather daytime anchorage. No services. Port-Bourgenay marina 1.9 nm to the SE offers visitor berths, fuel and all services. Quai Garnier at Les Sables-d'Olonne lies 3.9 nm to the NW.
Ashore
Sentier du littoral runs along the cliffs above the bay. Anse de Cayola beach on the northern side of the inlet, accessible by dinghy in calm conditions. Talmont-Saint-Hilaire village and its 11th century castle lie 4 km inland.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 46.45557, -1.71773 (46°27.33'N 1°43.06'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north, north-east, east winds
- Seabed
- rock, algae
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Boaters' rating
- 4.0/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Baie de Cayola lies at 46°27.33'N 1°43.06'W, that is 46.45557, -1.71773 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Baie de Cayola sheltered from?
Baie de Cayola is sheltered from north, north-east, east winds.
Can you anchor at Baie de Cayola?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Baie de Cayola.
How do boaters rate Baie de Cayola?
Baie de Cayola is rated 4.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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