- Shelter
- SW, S, SE
- Seabed
- sand, rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Small anchorage on the north coast of the Île de Groix, east of Port-Tudy, with sand and rock bottom.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the north keeping clear of the rocky heads that fringe the cove. Mixed sand and rock bottom; look for sand patches for secure holding. Shelter from SW, S and SE under the lee of the island. Exposed to the northerly and easterly swell.
Practical
No services on site. Port-Tudy, the main harbour of Groix, lies 1.1 nm east with visitor berths, water, fuel and the ferry terminal. Shelter there in bad weather.
Ashore
Plage des Grands Sables, the only convex beach in Europe, is 1 km east on foot. The GR 340 coastal path loops around the island for 25 km. Village of Locmaria inland has a grocery and bakery.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 47.64913, -3.47274 (47°38.95'N 3°28.36'W)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from south-west, south, south-east winds
- Seabed
- sand, rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Boaters' rating
- 3.8/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Port Melin lies at 47°38.95'N 3°28.36'W, that is 47.64913, -3.47274 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Port Melin sheltered from?
Port Melin is sheltered from south-west, south, south-east winds.
Can you anchor at Port Melin?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Port Melin.
How do boaters rate Port Melin?
Port Melin is rated 3.8/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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