Anchorage

Mouillage de Jova

4.2FranceVar
Shelter
N, NE, E, SE
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage in the bay of Bonporteau, west of Cavalaire-sur-Mer, sheltered from the mistral blowing down from the north and east.

  • Beach

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Enter the bay from the south-west with the coast of the Cap Lardier on the starboard hand. Sand bottom with posidonia patches to avoid. Exposed to south and south-west swell.

Practical

Forain anchorage, no buoys or services. Drop in 5 to 8 m on clear sand. Cavalaire marina 2.7 NM east for fuel, water and provisions, Marines de Cogolin 5.1 NM north at the head of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.

Ashore

Bonporteau beach lies at the head of the bay with tender landing on sand. The GR 51 coastal path climbs onto the Cap Lardier, part of the Port-Cros national park since 2012, with the viewpoint at Cap Taillat 3 km on foot.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
43.18171, 6.59860 (43°10.90'N 6°35.92'E)
Country
France
Shelter
Sheltered from north, north-east, east, south-east winds
Seabed
sand
Anchoring
Allowed
Services
Beach
Boaters' rating
4.2/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Mouillage de Jova lies at 43°10.90'N 6°35.92'E, that is 43.18171, 6.59860 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Mouillage de Jova sheltered from?

Mouillage de Jova is sheltered from north, north-east, east, south-east winds.

Can you anchor at Mouillage de Jova?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Mouillage de Jova.

How do boaters rate Mouillage de Jova?

Mouillage de Jova is rated 4.2/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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