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We specialize in yacht charters from France and we can offer boats on both the Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts. We have a great range of sailing yachts and motor boats available for bareboat charter and can also offer skippered and crewed charters. Many of our boats can be hired by the day rather than for a full weeks charter. Please contact us directly for our great value late charter deals. We also have boats in the following locations; Corsica | Cote d'Azur General Info - Coming soon Get a quote for your French yacht charter here. Or contact us by email |
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| Aquitaine |
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Aquitaine lies in the south-western part of France, along the Atlantic Ocean and the Pyrenees mountain range on the border with Spain. Major yachting centres include; Pauillac, Lege-Cap Ferret, Andernos-les-Bains, Le Teich, Arcachon, Capbreton, St Jean De Luz, Hendaye and Anglet |
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Brittany occupies the northwest peninsula of continental Europe in northwest France. It is bordered by the English Channel to the north, the Irish Sea and the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the Bay of Biscay to the south. Major sailing centres include; Saint Malo, Paimpol, L'Aberwrach, Brest, Crozon, Douarnenez, Lorient, and Vannes |
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Corsica is a French island in the Mediterranean Sea. It is located west of Italy, southeast of the French mainland, and north of the Italian island of Sardinia. The Ligurian Sea seperates the island from mainland Italy We have boats for charter in; Calvi, Bastia, Solenzara and Propriano |
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Languedoc-Roussillon the other French regions of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Rhône-Alpes, Auvergne, Midi-Pyrénées on the one side, and Spain, Andorra and the Mediterranean Sea on the other side. Major sailing centres include; Port-Vendres, St-Cyprien, Marseille, Frontignan, La Grande-Motte and Port Camargue |
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Nord-Pas de Calais has a border with to the Belgium and Normandy to the south. The coast lies on the Pas de Calais or Dover Strait, one of the worlds busiest shipping lanes. Major sailing centres include; Dunkerque, Calais and Boulogne-sur-Mer |
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Normany is bordered by Nord - Pas du Calais to the NE and brittany to the S. The region is bordered along the northern coasts by the English Channel. There are granite cliffs in the west and limestone cliffs in the east. There are also long stretches of beach in the centre of the region. Major sailing centres include; Dieppe, Le Havre, Deauville, Cabourg, Carentan and Cherbourg |
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Pays de la Loire, in western France, lies to the south of Brittany and north of Poitou-Charentes. Its western border is the coast that lies on the Atlantic Ocean and Bay of Biscay Major sailing centres include; Pornichet, Préfailles, L'Herbaudière, Ile d'Yeu, Les Sables D'Olone and Talmont St Hilaire |
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Poitou-Charentes is bordered by Pays de la Loire to the N and Aquitaine to the S. It western border is a coast lying on the Atlantic Ocean on the Bay of Biscay Major sailing centres include; Marans, La Rochelle, St-Denis-d'Oléron, St-Georges-d'Oléron and St-Georges-d'Oléron |
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This is the Mediterranean coast of SE France, also known as the French Riviera or Cote d'Azur. It includes the sovereign state of Monaco. It has no officially recognised boundries but is generally considered to extend from the Italian border in the east to Saint Tropez, Hyères or even Cassis in the west. It is one of the worlds most popular yacht charter destinations and renowned for the number of mega yachts that choose to spend the Mediterranean summer season here. We have boats for charter in; Antibes | Cannes | Frejus | Hyeres | St Mandrier sur Mer | St Raphael | St Tropez |
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Suggested Itineraries & Routes - Click the following link for a selection of suggested yacht charter itineraries in the France Marinas - Detailed reports and information on Marinas, Harbours and Anchorages in French area can be found in our Cruising Guide Experience & Qualifications - Normally the proposed skipper of a bareboat charter is required to hold a sailing license. ICC or equivalent. In certain circumstances we may be able to consider experience rather than formal qualifications. In addition, usually, one member of the crew will need a VHF license. If you have any doubts as to whether you have the necessary qualifications please do not hesitate to contact us Visa Requirements - France is a member of the European Union. See the following link for EU Visa Regulations Charter Season - Many of our yachts can be hired year round. While November to February see many sunny days with pleasant temperatures they also see a number of stormy days accompanied by heavy rain. July and August are the most popular months, they also tend to be the most expensive and many marinas and resorts will be very crowded. The months either side of the peak summer period offer good value for money, temperatures are that little bit more comfortable and the area is will have less of a "busy" feel. Climate - See the following link for detailed information on the weather of French yacht charter areas complete with monthly averages for air and sea temperatures, sunshine hours and UV Index How to Get There - France has a well developed transport infrastructure with many international airports. Click on the following link for airlines and carriers operating out of French airports Time Difference - GMT+1. And another hour for Central European Summer Time between late March and late October Currency - Euro. Major credit cards are widely accepted and there is an extensive network of ATMs throughout the area Language - French. English is widely spoken Electricity - 220V Cusine - Feedback - We would welcome any comments you may have about your charter in French. Contact us here Terms & Conditions -These vary depending on the individual boat. Normally a deposit is required at the time of booking with the balance due 6 weeks before the date of your charter. Please contact us if you require further information. Get a quote for your French yacht charter here. Or contact us by email |
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| Boats Available for Daily Hire | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Bavaria 30 Bavaria 31 3 Cabins Hanse 342 Beneteau Oceanis 31 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i Bavaria 38 Sun Odyssey 40 Sun Odyssey 40.3 NB - Year of Build [YOB] normally refers to the year the boat was launched but can also refer to the year of the last major overhaul/refit |
4 Cabins Sun Odyssey 42DS Sun Odyssey 45DS 5+ Cabins NB - The option of a Skipper is normally available with these boats. Please get in touch for more details and rates for Skippers |
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| Bareboat Catamarans | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Under 12 metres - Fountaine Pajot Mahe 36 | Lagoon 380 | 12 - 15 metres - Lagoon 400 | Fountaine Pajot Lavezzi 40 | Leopard 45 | Lagoon 470 | Fountaine Pajot Salina 48 NB - The option of a Skipper is normally available with these boats. Please get in touch for more details and rates for Skippers |
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Under 12 metres - Beneteau Antares 9.8 | Cranchi Zaffiro 34 | Beneteau Antares 12 | Beneteau Monte Carlo 37 12 - 15 metres - FP Cumberland 44 NB - The option of a Skipper is normally available with these boats. Please get in touch for more details and rates for Skippers |
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