- Shelter
- N, NE, E
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Anchorage off the headland that separates the anse du Moulin Blanc from the Elorn estuary, on the south shore of the rade de Brest.
- Beach
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Sand bottom. Sheltered from N, NE and E. Keep clear of the approach lane to Brest commercial port to the west. Brest-Marina du Chateau is 3.4 NM to the NW, Moulin Blanc marina 4 NM to the N, both accessible in under an hour under power if a westerly sets in.
Practical
Forain mooring, no facilities at the point itself. Moulin Blanc marina to the north offers fuel, water, and chandlers.
Ashore
Le Relecq-Kerhuon centre within walking distance. GR34 coastal path passes along the headland and leads to the Pont Albert-Louppe road bridge, a 1930 reinforced concrete structure by Eugene Freyssinet, 1.2 km to the east.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 48.32614, -4.45644 (48°19.57'N 4°27.39'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north, north-east, east winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Services
- Beach
- Boaters' rating
- 4.1/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Pointe de l'Armorique lies at 48°19.57'N 4°27.39'W, that is 48.32614, -4.45644 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Pointe de l'Armorique sheltered from?
Pointe de l'Armorique is sheltered from north, north-east, east winds.
Can you anchor at Pointe de l'Armorique?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Pointe de l'Armorique.
How do boaters rate Pointe de l'Armorique?
Pointe de l'Armorique is rated 4.1/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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