Anchorage

Mouillage de Chindrieux

3.2France
Shelter
N, W, NW
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage just off the Port de Plaisance de Chindrieux on the northern shore of the Lac du Bourget, Savoie. Sand bottom, protection from N, W and NW winds.

  • Water
  • Pontoon
  • Beach

Guide

Approach and anchoring

The marina is 0.1 NM to the W and serves as immediate refuge. Exposed to S and SE winds that build fetch across the length of the lake. Sand bottom gives reliable hold.

Practical

Water available on the mooring. Full services at Port de Plaisance de Chindrieux 0.1 NM away: fuel, electricity, sanitary facilities.

Ashore

Chindrieux village shops and restaurants at around 1 km from the shore. The Canal de Savieres entrance is 2 NM to the south, opening the route to Chanaz and the Rhone.

History

Chindrieux sits below the ruins of the Chateau de Chatillon, a medieval stronghold of the counts of Savoy built in the 13th century.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
45.79955, 5.84612 (45°47.97'N 5°50.77'E)
Country
France
Shelter
Sheltered from north, west, north-west winds
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed
Services
Water, Pontoon, Beach
Boaters' rating
3.2/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Mouillage de Chindrieux lies at 45°47.97'N 5°50.77'E, that is 45.79955, 5.84612 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Mouillage de Chindrieux sheltered from?

Mouillage de Chindrieux is sheltered from north, west, north-west winds.

Can you anchor at Mouillage de Chindrieux?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Mouillage de Chindrieux.

How do boaters rate Mouillage de Chindrieux?

Mouillage de Chindrieux is rated 3.2/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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