Anchorage

Île Jarre Est

Shelter
W, SW, S, SE
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage on the eastern side of Île Jarre, an uninhabited limestone island in the Calanques National Park south of Marseille.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Approach from the east between Île Jarre and Île Riou. Sandy patches among Posidonia seagrass, anchoring on the seagrass is prohibited under park regulations. Shelter from W, SW, S and SE, exposed to the mistral from N and NW. VHF 9.

Practical

No facilities. Port des Goudes 1.4 NM NW and Port de la Madrague 2.2 NM N for water and basic supplies.

Ashore

Within the Calanques National Park established in 2012, the only peri-urban land and marine national park in Europe. Île Jarre is closed to landing from March to August to protect breeding seabirds including Audouin's gull and shag.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
43.19804, 5.36587 (43°11.88'N 5°21.95'E)
Country
France
Shelter
Sheltered from west, south-west, south, south-east winds
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed
Boaters' rating
1.0/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Île Jarre Est lies at 43°11.88'N 5°21.95'E, that is 43.19804, 5.36587 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Île Jarre Est sheltered from?

Île Jarre Est is sheltered from west, south-west, south, south-east winds.

Can you anchor at Île Jarre Est?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Île Jarre Est.

How do boaters rate Île Jarre Est?

Île Jarre Est is rated 1.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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