- Shelter
- NW, W, SW
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Small sandy cove on the south-west coast of Belle-Île-en-Mer, in the commune of Bangor.
- Mooring buoys
- Beach
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the south-west, clear of rocky heads on either side of the entrance. Sheltered from NW through W to SW. Exposed to winds and swell from S and SE. Anchor in 3 to 5 m on sand, well inshore if draft allows.
Practical
No facilities. Nearest harbours are Le Palais, 4.7 nm NW, and Sauzon, 7.7 nm NW. Fair-weather anchorage.
Ashore
The cove opens onto a sand beach backed by low cliffs. The coastal path GR 340 crosses behind the beach. Bangor village is about 2.5 km inland by a minor road, with basic shops.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 47.29081, -3.07391 (47°17.45'N 3°4.43'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north-west, west, south-west winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Maximum length
- 7 m
- Fees
- Free
- Services
- Mooring buoys, Beach
- Boaters' rating
- 3.7/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Port Blanc lies at 47°17.45'N 3°4.43'W, that is 47.29081, -3.07391 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Port Blanc sheltered from?
Port Blanc is sheltered from north-west, west, south-west winds.
Can you anchor at Port Blanc?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Port Blanc.
What boat length does Port Blanc accept?
Port Blanc accepts boats up to 7 m.
How do boaters rate Port Blanc?
Port Blanc is rated 3.7/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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