- Shelter
- NW, N, NE, W, E, SE
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Anchorage in the ria of Merrien, a narrow inlet on the south coast of Finistere between Doelan and Brigneau.
- Water
- Mooring buoys
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the southwest between the two headlands that mark the mouth of the ria. Leading line marked by a front-and-rear beacon on the west bank. Sand bottom inside the ria. Protection from all sectors except southwest, which sends swell up the channel.
Practical
Water point on the quay at Merrien 0.2 NM northeast. Anchorage or visitor buoys depending on season. Brigneau, another ria anchorage, lies 0.8 NM west.
Ashore
Small fishing hamlet at the head of the ria with a creperie open in season. GR 34 coastal path runs along both sides of the ria and links Doelan 3 km east on foot.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 47.78154, -3.65033 (47°46.89'N 3°39.02'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north-west, north, north-east, west, east, south-east winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Services
- Water, Mooring buoys
- Boaters' rating
- 4.7/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Mouillage de Merrien lies at 47°46.89'N 3°39.02'W, that is 47.78154, -3.65033 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Mouillage de Merrien sheltered from?
Mouillage de Merrien is sheltered from north-west, north, north-east, west, east, south-east winds.
Can you anchor at Mouillage de Merrien?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Mouillage de Merrien.
How do boaters rate Mouillage de Merrien?
Mouillage de Merrien is rated 4.7/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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