- Shelter
- N, NE, E, SE
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Anchorage in the bay north of the Gironde estuary mouth off Saint-Georges-de-Didonne, sand bottom, sheltered from N, NE, E and SE.
- Beach
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the estuary's main channel, then head east of the Royan headland into the bay. Shallow sand bottom with gradual slope. Strong tidal streams on the estuary axis reach 3 knots or more at springs. Exposed to the prevailing W and SW winds driving up the estuary.
Practical
No facilities at the anchorage. Royan marina lies 2.2 NM NW with fuel, water, electricity and full services. Port Bloc at the south bank, 3.1 NM SW, is the refuge on the Pointe de Grave side and the landing point for the Royan-Le Verdon ferry.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 45.59151, -0.99868 (45°35.49'N 0°59.92'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north, north-east, east, south-east winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Services
- Beach
- Boaters' rating
- 4.0/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Conche de Saint-Georges lies at 45°35.49'N 0°59.92'W, that is 45.59151, -0.99868 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Conche de Saint-Georges sheltered from?
Conche de Saint-Georges is sheltered from north, north-east, east, south-east winds.
Can you anchor at Conche de Saint-Georges?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Conche de Saint-Georges.
How do boaters rate Conche de Saint-Georges?
Conche de Saint-Georges is rated 4.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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