Anchorage

Domaine de Vallier

2.5FranceAtlantic coast
Shelter
NE, E, SE
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Forbidden

Buoy mooring on the Dordogne river in the Gironde estuary area, sand bottom, used as a tidal stop on the way up to Libourne or Bordeaux.

  • Mooring buoys

Guide

Approach and anchoring

River approach with strong tidal stream, arrive on the flood to ease mooring. Shelter from NE through SE, exposed to westerlies sweeping the reach.

Practical

Buoys only, no pontoon services. Cubzac-les-Ponts at 3.2 NM east for basic resupply.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
44.95742, -0.53662 (44°57.45'N 0°32.20'W)
Country
France
Shelter
Sheltered from north-east, east, south-east winds
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Forbidden
Services
Mooring buoys
Boaters' rating
2.5/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Domaine de Vallier lies at 44°57.45'N 0°32.20'W, that is 44.95742, -0.53662 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Domaine de Vallier sheltered from?

Domaine de Vallier is sheltered from north-east, east, south-east winds.

Can you anchor at Domaine de Vallier?

No, anchoring is forbidden at Domaine de Vallier.

How do boaters rate Domaine de Vallier?

Domaine de Vallier is rated 2.5/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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