- VHF channel
- 9
- Maximum draught
- 2.2 m
Fishing and yachting port on the Côte de Penthièvre in Brittany, sheltered by the red sandstone headland of Cap d'Erquy.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the N, leaving the rocks off Cap d'Erquy well clear. The port dries at low water on the outer quays but keeps an afloat basin for yachts. Maximum draught 2.2 m. VHF 9. Port du Piégu lies 3.8 NM SW and Les Hôpitaux 2.5 NM E.
Practical
Afloat basin with pontoons, water and electricity. Capitainerie on site. Shops, bakery and restaurants around the port. Rail link via Lamballe.
Ashore
Coastal path GR 34 climbs onto Cap d'Erquy and its heathland, a protected Grand Site de France, a 1 km walk from the port. Plage de Caroual to the S and Plage du Guen within the cape are reached on foot in 20 to 40 minutes.
History
Erquy is the main landing port in France for the coquille Saint-Jacques, the scallop dredging season running from October to mid-May under strict quotas.
Key facts
- Type
- Harbour
- Coordinates
- 48.63494, -2.47679 (48°38.10'N 2°28.61'W)
- Country
- France
- Maximum draught
- 2.2 m
- VHF channel
- 9
- Phone
- +33689897552
- Boaters' rating
- 3.9/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Port D'Erquy lies at 48°38.10'N 2°28.61'W, that is 48.63494, -2.47679 in decimal degrees. Call the harbour on VHF channel 9 before entering.
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Which VHF channel for Port D'Erquy?
Port D'Erquy answers on VHF channel 9.
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Port D'Erquy is rated 3.9/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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