- Shelter
- NE, E, SE
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Sand-bottom anchorage on the north coast of Brittany in the Côtes-d'Armor, in the waters off Penvénan and the Port-Blanc archipelago.
- Beach
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach through the rocky channels between the islets of the Sept-Îles and Port-Blanc group. Good holding on sand. Shelter from NE, E and SE winds; fully open to the north and northwest swell. Local knowledge or detailed SHOM chart required.
Practical
No services on site. Port-Blanc at 4.7 NM to the SW offers a drying harbour and visitor buoys. Second Port-Blanc mooring area 5 NM SW.
Ashore
Sentier des douaniers GR 34 runs along the coast with access to the chapel Notre-Dame-de-Port-Blanc from the 16th century. Penvénan village 2 km inland for bakery and small shops.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 48.87312, -3.19928 (48°52.39'N 3°11.96'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north-east, east, south-east winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Services
- Beach
- Boaters' rating
- 4.0/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Penn vale lies at 48°52.39'N 3°11.96'W, that is 48.87312, -3.19928 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Penn vale sheltered from?
Penn vale is sheltered from north-east, east, south-east winds.
Can you anchor at Penn vale?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Penn vale.
How do boaters rate Penn vale?
Penn vale is rated 4.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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