Anchorage

Port Blanc

3.9FranceMorbihan
Shelter
W, SW, S
Seabed
algae, mud
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage in the Golfe du Morbihan off Baden, facing the Île aux Moines ferry slip, mud and algae bottom.

  • Water
  • Electricity
  • Mooring buoys
  • Visitor buoys
  • Pontoon
  • Dock

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Sheltered from W to S winds but fully exposed to the tidal stream of the Golfe, which runs up to 4 knots on spring ebbs. Approach between the cardinal marks of the Truie and the Île aux Moines channel. Plan arrival around slack water. VHF 9 for the Izenah ferry.

Practical

Water and electricity on the Port Blanc pontoon when berths are free. Shops, bakery and restaurants in Baden, around 400 m from the slip. Port-Blanc harbour lies 0.4 NM SE and Arradon 1.4 NM NE.

Ashore

Izenah passenger ferry to the Île aux Moines from the slip, crossing of about 5 minutes. Coastal path GR 34 around the Pointe du Blair from the harbour. Village of Baden and the Saint-Pierre church 400 m inland.

History

The Golfe du Morbihan holds one of Europe's largest concentrations of Neolithic monuments, including the Cairn de Gavrinis, 3 NM to the south, dated around 3500 BC.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
47.60444, -2.85992 (47°36.27'N 2°51.60'W)
Country
France
Shelter
Sheltered from west, south-west, south winds
Seabed
algae, mud
Anchoring
Allowed
Fees
Paid
VHF channel
9
Services
Water, Electricity, Mooring buoys, Visitor buoys, Pontoon, Dock
Boaters' rating
3.9/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Port Blanc lies at 47°36.27'N 2°51.60'W, that is 47.60444, -2.85992 in decimal degrees. Call the harbour on VHF channel 9 before entering.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Port Blanc sheltered from?

Port Blanc is sheltered from west, south-west, south winds.

Can you anchor at Port Blanc?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Port Blanc.

Which VHF channel for Port Blanc?

Port Blanc answers on VHF channel 9.

How do boaters rate Port Blanc?

Port Blanc is rated 3.9/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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