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Bénodet is perfectly placed where France's prettiest river meets the ocean, overlooking the beautiful islands of the Glénan archipelago.
The marina
Our Marina sits at the mouth of the River Odet, said to be the most beautiful river in France. This port has a long-established reputation, and sits in a bay sheltered from the offshore winds.
A must for any sailor visiting southern Brittany
Accessible in all weathers, at any time or tide and whatever type of boat you have, Bénodet Marina welcomes you with its 500 pontoon places on 250 buoy-moorings. The visitor pontoon is also easily accessible for people in wheelchairs.
Equipment and services
- Fresh water and electric terminal on the pontoons (220V / 10A).
- 8 toilets (2 of which are wheelchair-accessible), 10 showers (including 2 wheelchair-accessible), baby-changing table. Fuel 24 hours a day on the pontoon near the Harbour Master's office, waste water collector.
- Wintering afloat, and zone for crane access and careening.
- Harbour service in July and August 8am-30pm.
- Laundromat.
- Hardware and electronic shops, engines, marine mechanics, boat rental, a brewery and shops nearby
- Weather: permanent digital display of marine weather
- Free WIFI
- Free parking
Pratical information
At the Marina, you can also hire sailboats or speedboats.
Bénodet Harbour Master
Bénodet Harbour Master's teams are at your service all year round.
Tel: +33 (0) 2 98 57 05 78
VHF Channel 9
- Opening hours in July and August: 8am-30pm / 12pm-14pm
- Off-season opening hours: 9am-12pm / 14pm-17pm
ELECTRO MARINE INDUSTRY
Boat rental with or without license
Sales and maintenance of marine engines, boat repairs and winterization services
Marina
Tel: +33 (0)2 98 57 06 37
Website: www.electromarine.fr
Marine west
Rental and sale of boats as well as fittings
Marina
Tel: +33 (0)2 98 57 26 11
Website: www.marine-west.com
ROAD SURFACE
Sailboat and paddle rental for the day.
Organization of cruises as well as training.
Marina
Opening: from 01/04 to 15/11
Tel: +33 (0)6 01 71 58 61
Website: www.routesurface.com
The old Port
From the port of Bénodet, you can choose to explore the Atlantic Ocean or the River Odet.
In summer, you can take a boat trip from here to cruise the River Odet and the Glénan archipelago, or cross from Bénodet to Sainte-Marine with the P'tit Bac boat.
Pratical information
On site, you will find the Vedettes de l'Odet (for boat trips), the P'tit Bac water taxi, shops and restaurants.
Vedettes de l’Odet
2 avenue de l'Odet
Tel +33 (0)2 98 57 00 58
E-mail: contact@vedettes-odet.com
Website : www.vedettes-odet.com
The little bin
Bac hold
Tel +33 (0)2 98 57 00 58
Open from mid-April to mid-September.
Rotations every 30 min. Continuous service.
For timetables consult the p'tit bac page
Sale of tickets on board.
Fees :
- Adult round trip €4, one way €2.
- Child (- 12 years old) A/R €2, one-way €1.
- For bicycles 2 €.
A little history…
The history of yachting in Bénodet is rich and marked by the gradual development of the city as a renowned seaside resort. Here is a preview of this story:
Au early XNUMXth century, Bénodet begins to develop as a tourist destination. There sea bathing fashion attracts a wealthy clientele, particularly Parisians looking for a vacation. It was at this time that the first tourist infrastructures are emerging, notably hotels and villas by the sea.
In 1920s-1930s, first specific installations for pleasure craft are put in place. Pontoons and moorings were built to accommodate the boats of wealthy tourists who began to frequent Bénodet.
The 1950s and 1960s are seeing a significant increase in the number of boaters. THE port of Bénodet is modernized and expanded to meet this growing demand. New infrastructure is built, such as showers, toilets and fuel stations. During this period, several nautical clubs are emerging in Bénodet. These clubs play a crucial role in the promotion of sailing and nautical activities. They organize regattas and competitions which attract participants from across the region and beyond.
the Odet Yacht Club
Le Odet Yacht Club (YCO), formerly known as Société des Régates de L'Ile-Tudy-Loctudy and Société de Régates de Loctudy-Bénodet, was a key player in the development of yachting in all its forms in southern Brittany. Over the years, he has established himself as the initiator of prestigious regattas, transforming Bénodet into an essential stopover for cruise races and a privileged place for nautical gatherings.
A modern port
The following decades (70-80) are marked by a costs continued development of port infrastructure. Of the investments are carried out to improve the services offered to boaters, such as the installation of terminals for electricity and drinking water. The Bénodet marina is gaining in reputation and becoming an essential place for sailing enthusiasts.
Today, the Bénodet marina is a modern and well-equipped port, capable of accommodating several hundred boats. It offers a full range of services, including watercraft maintenance and repair, restaurants, nautical shops and recreational equipment.
The rise of leisure sailing
For its part, leisure sailing is becoming more and more popular. Sailing schools and nautical training centers are setting up on the Finistère coast, offering courses for children and adults. This contributes to democratizing the practice of sailing and attracting a new generation of browsers.
Nautical Events
Bénodet regularly welcomes major nautical events, such as international regattas, sea festivals and gatherings of old rigs. These events attract many visitors and contribute to the reputation of the city.
For more than a century, the YCO has played a determining role in the development of yachting. Eager to bring together and race classic yachts, in 2001 he launched the Rendezvous at Belle Plaisance, a gathering of classic and traditional sailboats among the most prestigious on the Atlantic coast.
