Anchorage

Île de Bréhat

Shelter: SW, W, NW
Seabed: sand
Anchoring: Allowed

Anchorage in the lee of Bréhat island, Côtes-d'Armor, over sand.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Approach via the Chenal du Ferlas from the south or the Chenal de Bréhat from the west, both marked. Strong tidal streams up to 4 knots around the island at springs. Sand bottom gives good holding. Protection from SW, W and NW. Exposed to the NE, shift to Port Clos or the south side if a northeasterly sets in.

Practical

No services at the anchorage itself. Port-Clos ferry harbour 0.4 NM N for water, a few shops and the passenger link to Pointe de l'Arcouest. Port Adhoc 4 NM SW on the mainland at Paimpol for full services.

Ashore

Bréhat is a car-free island, paths connect the south island to the north island across the Vauban bridge, 1.5 km from Port-Clos. Moulin du Birlot tide mill, Paon lighthouse on the north tip, and the Rosaire chapel.

History

Bréhat is known as l'île aux fleurs thanks to a mild microclimate that allows mimosas, agapanthus and eucalyptus to grow outdoors. The island was classified as a site naturel in 1907, one of the earliest such classifications in France.