L'Aber-Wrac'h: Sailing, Coastal Paths and Maritime History

Both the Rand'Abers 2 walking route and boat trips start at the port of Aber Wrac’h. The area also offers coastal views and buildings that tell the story of its maritime past. When planning your trip, you can choose between sailing activities, a coastal path and historic sites.

Harbour and sailing trips

The port of Aber Wrac’h offers 240 V shore power and water, a fuel station and a slipway for launching boats. Check that these facilities are available before you arrive. The port is also classified as a heritage port.

Aber Wrac’h Odyssée offers maritime excursions departing from the ports of Aber Wrac’h and Plouguerneau. The Route des Phares visits four distinctive lighthouses and explores the region’s maritime heritage. The Safari Maritime includes the chance to observe grey seals and seabirds; actual sightings depend on conditions and are not guaranteed. Dates, booking terms and route details may change.

The Centre de Voile offers a different experience: the Martine, a seaweed schooner built in 1971, offers two-hour introductions to traditional sailing departing from the port of Aber Wrac’h. On a two-hour sailing trip on the Aber Wrac’h, participants can also take part in manoeuvres and take the helm. Dates and capacity at the Centre de Voile may change.

Walking along the coast

Rand'Abers 2 starts at the port of Aber Wrac’h in Landéda. For more than two-thirds of the route, it follows the GR 34 and offers views of islands and sandy beaches along the way. Seasonal conditions can vary. The Sémaphore Garden is near the coastal path, above the Baie des Anges. From there, you can look out over the entrance to the Aber Wrac’h and the lighthouse on Île Vierge. Public access may vary during exhibitions or events.

Near L'Aber-Wrac'h, the Dunes de Sainte-Marguerite are located in Landéda. This protected area covers 46.37 hectares. It is a distinct natural area alongside the coastal views and historic structures that define the harbour and its surroundings.

Maritime history on the shore

Fort Cézon commands the entrance to the Aber Wrac’h channel. Vauban chose the site; construction began in 1694 under the direction of the engineer Robelin. Île de Cézon and its fort have been listed as historic monuments under a protection order dated 27 July 2015.

The Aber Wrac’h semaphore station is also part of the coast’s history: built in 1861, it was used to monitor the coast and communicate with ships offshore. A concrete wall more than 500 metres long runs along the harbour beach. Built as an anti-tank barrier, it now serves as a sea wall. Several sections have been removed.

Between the shores

The seasonal An Treiz ferry connects the port of Aber Wrac’h in Landéda with Perros in Plouguerneau, allowing you to travel between the two shores of the Aber Wrac’h. Check the current operating dates with the tourist office before including the crossing in your plans.

Discover more destinations: Hanvec, Loperhet, Trégarvan, Crozon, Saint-Éloy, Saint-Thurien, Lanvéoc, Locquenole.

For the regional travel overview: Finistère.