Harbour

Port Joinville - Île d'Yeu

4.4Île-d'Yeu, FranceVendée
Maximum length
20 m
VHF channel
9
Maximum draught
3 m

Main harbour of the Île d'Yeu on the north coast of the island, 648 berths, maximum draught 3 m, 13 nautical miles from the mainland at Fromentine.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Approach from the north, between the Basse Flore cardinal mark and the rocks off the island. Entry between two stone jetties with lit heads, deep channel available at all tides. The marina pontoons lie west of the ferry and fishing quays. VHF 9.

Practical

648 berths with water and electricity, fuel berth with diesel and petrol, sanitary block with showers, careening area and boatyard. All shops, bakeries and a supermarket in the village within 300 m of the quay.

Ashore

Rental of bicycles at the port is the standard way to cross the island, 10 km long. Vieux Château on the south coast cliffs, a 15th-century fortified ruin, 5 km by bike. Plage des Vieilles on the south shore and Pointe du But lighthouse to the west.

History

Marshal Philippe Pétain was imprisoned in the fort of Pierre-Levée above Port-Joinville from 1945 until his death in 1951 and is buried in the island cemetery.

Key facts

Type
Harbour
Coordinates
46.72645, -2.34416 (46°43.59'N 2°20.65'W)
Town
Île-d'Yeu
Country
France
Maximum draught
3 m
Maximum length
20 m
VHF channel
9
Boaters' rating
4.4/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Port Joinville - Île d'Yeu lies at 46°43.59'N 2°20.65'W, that is 46.72645, -2.34416 in decimal degrees. Call the harbour on VHF channel 9 before entering.

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Frequently asked questions

What boat length does Port Joinville - Île d'Yeu accept?

Port Joinville - Île d'Yeu accepts boats up to 20 m.

Which VHF channel for Port Joinville - Île d'Yeu?

Port Joinville - Île d'Yeu answers on VHF channel 9.

How do boaters rate Port Joinville - Île d'Yeu?

Port Joinville - Île d'Yeu is rated 4.4/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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