Located in the Brittany region, on the side of the department of Côtes-d'Armor, Saint Quay Portrieux is a magnificent seaside resort that will enchant boaters hauling in their boats and fans of sailing with its sandy beaches and turquoise waters.
Located in the bay of Saint-Brieuc, the port town of Saint-Quay-Portrieux boasts 5 beaches that will delight young and old alike. The best known, but also the most popular, is undoubtedly the long beach of the Casino, which has a small seawater swimming pool. Along the northern coast, yachtsmen can stop at the Grève de Fonteny, a splendid little isolated beach of sand and pebbles. also ideal for romantics looking for a peaceful little corner, the Grève de l'Isnain seduces with its sandy and rocky beach offering a breathtaking view of the Gerbot d'Avoine island.
But Saint-Quay-Portrieux is also a small town with some architectural marvels that are well worth a visit. As you stroll through the town's lively streets, you can take the opportunity to admire the magnificent chapel of Notre-Dame de la Garde de Kertugal or the majestic manor house of Tertre, built in the 16th century.
Your cruise from Saint-Quay-Portrieux
Opting for a yacht charter in Saint-Quay-Portrieux will give you the chance to do more than just visit its beautiful sandy beaches. Belonging to the department of Côtes-d'Armor, the commune of Saint-Quay-Portrieux is an excellent point of departure for exploring the coasts of Brittany. Dunes, pebble beaches, cliffs and delightful bays follow one another along its 347 km of coastline.
From Saint-Quay-Portrieux, head first to the main fishing port and marina facing the English Channel: Paimpol. In August, you can attend the famous Festival du chant de marin (sailors' song festival), held in the port. Shows and representations of the seafaring professions enliven the port of Paimpol for three days. In the town, walks lead to some ancient architecture, including Beauport Abbey, built in the 13th century, and the Manoir de la Rose des Vents.
in Paimpol, you can weigh anchor to reach the island of Bréhat, which is immersed in a peaceful and picturesque setting. Composed of two islands connected by the Vaudan deck, the Bréhat archipelago offers a little nature break to boaters who will enjoy their walk among the mimosas and hydrangeas in bloom, leading to charming villas and old manor houses. On the beach side, the southern part of the archipelago is home to a number of interesting beaches such as Gwerzido, where you can veer off into various water sports such as diving, sailing and sea kayaking.
Lovers of beautiful beaches will continue along the Côtes-d'Armor, where some of the most beautiful beaches in France can be found, such as the Trébeurden beach, which stretches for a kilometer and offers a magnificent view of the îthe beach of Milliau, which you can reach by foot at low tide to admire its great botanical diversity. By adjusting your course to the bay of Saint-Brieuc, you will reach the beach of Val André, 2.5 km long, which welcomes families back from summer vacation.
Good to know
| Number of boats available | 41 |
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| Types of service | Skipper, Hostess |
| Average price per week | $2,200 |
| Minimum weekly price | $509 |
| Maximum price per week | $5,548 |