The Gironde estuary is an unusual place to sail. It is a mixture of the ocean and the Dordogne and the Garonne. Sailing or other water sports can sometimes be an adventure.
Ports and nautical stops on the Gironde Estuary
Here is a typical port on the Gironde Estuary where fishing boats and pleasure boats moor. On the banks, there are squares, these small wooden fishermen's huts built on stilts. A pontoon has been set up to accommodate passenger boats. Of the kayak trips are organized in summer, a mini farm is present and offers you different walks. The “Terres d’Oiseaux” website near the port offers everyone the chance to enjoy the ornithological richness of the marshes. A tavern and a restaurant with panoramic views allow you to eat. Two important events are organized: the harbor festival July 14 and the night of the Squares the August 15.
The Port de la Belle Etoile and the Port du Bernu are two typical ports on the Gironde Estuary where fishermen or nature enthusiasts meet… An ideal place for a picnic and fabulous sunsets.
The Halte Nautique de Blaye welcomes boaters free of charge all year round. However, you must reserve your jetty. It is located at the foot of the citadel of Blaye and a few meters from the city center. It is an ideal stopover to enjoy the Brive market, shopping, restaurants, events or heritage of the city.
The Port of Plassac is a typical estey of the estuary. Silted up at low tide and in water at high tide, sailors play with hours and time. Near the port you can see the squares and enjoy the picnic tables.
Rental of the Roque de Thau square
The Port Roque de Thau Association is interested in the life of the Gironde estuary and in particular in the preservation of a small traditional estuarine port: the port of Roque de Thau. The objective of the Association is to bring to life one of the last small estuarine ports, with its skiffs and squares, and to raise awareness of La Gironde, the largest “wild” estuary in Europe.
The association offers its fishing net for rental. To find out the availability of the square or to reserve it, contact Liliane on 06.66.67.48.94 or 05.57.42.37.85.
Bourg is an ancient village built on a rocky peak. It is discovered between the upper town and the lower town and offers many breathtaking views from the medieval ramparts. For a stopover, you can dock at the port of Bourg located on the Dordogne. Berthing at the pontoon of the nautical stopover is accessible for boats less than 12 meters long and with a draft of 3,40 meters.
For walkers arriving by road, the platforms are ideal for a relaxing stop, walks, benches, tables await you. In addition to the view of the river, you will appreciate a panorama of the city in its most beautiful old village form.
This fishing port, located on the Dordogne, offers 16 berths including 9 for fishing boats and 1 for passing boats (draft of 2,50 meters). Equipment: 1 concrete descent slipway, 2 footbridges, 8 piles, 5 pontoons. On site: water and electricity. There is a picnic area and a children's play area.
The only holders of a location at the pontoon are authorized to enter the latter
