The ports

The Marina

Located in the heart of the seaside resort, this harbour has earned itself a solid international reputation since Vauban, with its storm-protected bay. Accessible in all weathers, at all times, whatever the tide and whatever the type of boat, the marina offers 500 berths on pontoons and 250 berths on buoys. What’s more, the visitors’ pontoon is accessible to people with reduced mobility, and an outdoor tourist information terminal is available 24/7 in front of the harbourmaster’s office.

Facilities and services

Fresh water and electricity points on the pontoons (220 V/10 A)
8 WCs, 2 of which are accessible / 10 showers, 2 of which are accessible / Changing table
Fuel 24/24h on the pontoon near the Harbour Master’s Office
Waste water recovery system
Winter storage afloat and craning and careening area
Shore service in July and August from 8.30am to 7.45pm
Automatic laundry
Fittings and electronics shops, engines, marine mechanics, boat hire
Brasserie and shops nearby
Weather forecast: permanent digital marine weather display
Free WIFI and parking

The Harbour Master's Office

The teams at the Bénodet Harbour Master’s Office are at your service all year round.
– Opening times in July and August: 8.30am-12pm / 2pm-8pm
– Off-season opening times: 9.00am-12.00pm / 2.00pm-5.00pm
VHF channel 9 – Telephone contact: +33 (0)2 98 57 05 78

The old port

This picturesque spot, popular with walkers from Bénodetand visitors alike, offers an atmosphere steeped in history and serenity. In season, the old port is the departure point for cruises on the Odet and to the Glénan archipelago, as well as crossings from Bénodet to Sainte-Marine on the P’tit Bac.

On site, you’ll find the Vedettes de l’Odet shipping company, the pedestrian ferry as well as shops and restaurants. You’ll also find the pretty church of Saint Thomas, which has stood sentinel over the river for many centuries.

A little history

As you stroll along Bénodet’s Old Port, you are immediately captivated by thechurch of Saint-Thomas, built in the 12th century in honour of Saint Thomas of Canterbury, which faces theOdet.

The 13th century was a prosperous period for the Old Port. More than ten ships carried conger eels and dried hake from Bénodet to Royan, where they were made into a pâté that was highly prized by the people of Bordeaux. The ships returned loaded with wine, salt and grapes.

In the 16th century, of the 121 ships registered in the Port of La Rochelle, twelve came from Bénodet, carrying wine to the English Channel.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the Port of Bénodet attracted the attention of the East India Company for the reception of cargoes, and of Rear Admiral Yves de Kerguelen for the mooring of naval vessels, although these projects never came to fruition.

Today, the Vieux Port is a favourite spot forvisitors and residents alike.