Z09-22: Sailing along North West Brittany.  

From Brest, we sail out on to the ocean. If the weather cooperates, we can anchor and wander on the iconic Île d’Ouessant. An island west of Finistère and famous for its lighthouse and storm photo’s. Alternatively, we can sail to the cozy harbour of Camaret sur Mer, where old shipwrecks lie on the beach. A walk along the cliffs and/or a drink in the evening is definitely recommended.

The pink granite headlands are characteristic for Brittany and due to the huge tidal differences (of up to 12 meters with spring tide) the landscape is constantly changing. Quitte special and it also provides challenging navigation, ‘not for the fainthearted.’ The combination of spectaculair tides and the many remarkable rock formations are unique and the views are magnificent. But most importantly, the day starts with fresh croissants from the bakery!

On the North West coast of Brittany there are wonderful jagged inlets (called L’ Abers), such as l’Aber Wrac’h. The peaceful river inlets provide shelter and are beautiful to sail in into, such as at Treguier and Lezardrieux with beautiful trees, beaches and remarkable houses. As these entrances are narrow and shallow, it is key to calculate the tides right. Some harbours are not always accessible at a certain water level and while sailing we would like to have the current with us. A nice puzzle, especially in combination with the wind, the tide is the clock.

Luckily, there are multiple options with nice harbours or anchorages, such as the atmospheric Paimpol and Trequier with beautiful medieval buildings and nice shops, or the new marina of St. Cast le Guildo with a lovely beach. We will also anchor at Ile Brehat, a fairy-tale like island that can only be reached by boat. The weather should cooperate a bit and with some luck we might be able to swim here. We will end this sailing holiday in the old fortified town of St. Malo, an amazing destination by itself and where we will have dinner on shore.

The above schedule is subject to weather, wind and tide. If necessary, it will be adapted.
The daily sailing distances are between 8 and 35 miles.

Read more about Sailing charter in Brittany

Information about this sailing holiday

Deelnemerslijst van deze zeilvakantie

Sailing holiday Prices 

The ‘board price’ of the voyage is the rent for ship and crew, which must be paid up front.

The ‘board cash’ is the amount per person for the food and drink on board (including crew), as well as fuel, water, shore, port fees and taxes, but excluding trips, food and drinks ashore. This amount must be paid upon embarkation in cash to the skipper (in the appropriate currency). What remains after the sailing holiday, will be refunded.

With less than 3 participants, the ‘board cash’ is usually not sufficient. In that case, there will be a surcharge of up to € 50 per person.

Sailing holidays discount

Customer Discount:
If you book a second sailing holiday with us within a year, you’ll get 5% off the ‘board price’.

Group discount:
If you book a sailing holiday as a group (more than 3 passengers), you will receive 5% discount per person on the ‘board price’.

Youth Discount:
If you are under 29 years old, you will get 10% discount on the ‘board price’.

Discounts can not be combined with each other.

Sailing holiday with your own private cabin

If you would like  a private cabin (room), you can reserve this for 1.5 times the ‘board price’.

Sailing holiday categories

Category A:
Offshore crossings, includes also sailing throughout the nights. Passengers will also be grouped in the watch system.

Category B:
Offshore sailing holidays, there will be no sailing throughout the nights, but occasionally a late arrival at the harbour (or an early departure), depending on the weather.

Category C:
Relaxed sailing holidays with shorter sailing distances, including more time for sightseeing and sometimes a nice land excursion.

Category D:
Sailing holiday specials, from ‘Sailing holidays with Yoga’ up to expedition sailing. Not every season available.

Category E:
Sailing holiday’s with extra sailtraining.

Category F:
Sailing holidays with also small children on board.