- Maximum length
- 20 m
- VHF channel
- 9
- Maximum draught
- 12 m
Marina of 493 berths at the mouth of the Odet, south Finistère, opposite Sainte-Marine on the west bank.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from seaward via the Pointe de Combrit leading line, passing between the Pyramide de Combrit and the Ar Men beacons. Strong cross-tide across the river mouth on springs, up to 3 knots. VHF 9. The bridge 2 km upriver clears 29 metres.
Practical
493 berths between the Anse de Penfoul pontoons and the Ste-Claire basin, max draught up to 12 metres off the river pontoons. Fuel berth with diesel. Water, electricity, showers, WC, chandlery. Town centre and beaches within 500 metres.
Ashore
Plage du Trez at 600 metres east, sandy and sheltered. Promenade along the Corniche de la Mer towards the Pointe Saint-Gilles lighthouse. River boat trips up the Odet to Quimper, one of the tidal rivers most visited by plaisanciers in Brittany.
History
Bénodet developed as a resort in the late 19th century after the Quimper railway reached the coast in 1884. The Odet estuary has been used as a safe refuge since the medieval period and was described by early 20th century yachtsmen as the Riviera of Brittany.
Key facts
- Type
- Harbour
- Coordinates
- 47.88178, -4.11626 (47°52.91'N 4°6.98'W)
- Town
- Bénodet
- Country
- France
- Maximum draught
- 12 m
- Maximum length
- 20 m
- VHF channel
- 9
- Phone
- +33 2 98 57 05 78
- Boaters' rating
- 3.9/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Bénodet lies at 47°52.91'N 4°6.98'W, that is 47.88178, -4.11626 in decimal degrees. Call the harbour on VHF channel 9 before entering.
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Write a reviewFrequently asked questions
What boat length does Bénodet accept?
Bénodet accepts boats up to 20 m.
Which VHF channel for Bénodet?
Bénodet answers on VHF channel 9.
How do boaters rate Bénodet?
Bénodet is rated 3.9/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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