Port

L'Herbaudière

3.6L'Herbaudière, FranceVendée
Maximum length
17 m
VHF channel
9
Maximum draught
2.5 m

Fishing and yachting harbour of 600 berths on the north-western tip of Noirmoutier, first deepwater shelter south of the Loire estuary.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Entry at all tides for draughts up to 2,5 m. Approach from the west leaving the Pierre Moine cardinal to the south, then head for the green and red pier lights. Sea breaks on the reefs of Le Martroger to the north-west, keep the cardinal mark clear. VHF 9.

Practical

Visitor pontoons on the eastern side of the basin. Water, electricity, fuel berth, crane 27 t, boatyard and careening area. Capitainerie with WC and showers. Fish auction and trawler fleet on the western quay. Supermarket at 300 m, restaurants along the quay.

Ashore

Plage des Lutins at 400 m east of the port. Coastal path GR 80 runs directly from the harbour towards the Pointe du Devin. Market in Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, with its castle and salt market, at 7 km to the south-east.

History

L'Herbaudière became the island's main fishing port in the 19th century, taking over from the silted basin of Noirmoutier-en-l'Île. The outer breakwaters were extended during the 1970s to create the present marina alongside the trawler basin.

Key facts

Type
Harbour
Coordinates
47.02527, -2.29813 (47°1.52'N 2°17.89'W)
Town
L'Herbaudière
Country
France
Maximum draught
2.5 m
Maximum length
17 m
VHF channel
9
Boaters' rating
3.6/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

L'Herbaudière lies at 47°1.52'N 2°17.89'W, that is 47.02527, -2.29813 in decimal degrees. Call the harbour on VHF channel 9 before entering.

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Frequently asked questions

What boat length does L'Herbaudière accept?

L'Herbaudière accepts boats up to 17 m.

Which VHF channel for L'Herbaudière?

L'Herbaudière answers on VHF channel 9.

How do boaters rate L'Herbaudière?

L'Herbaudière is rated 3.6/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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