Water sports & sailing

Water-sports' paradise

Boasting no less than 2700 kilometres of coastline, swept over by regular winds, Brittany definitely deserves its reputation as a water-sports' paradise. Thanks to the extreme variety of settings, there is almost no limit to the possibilities.

Beginners can meander in a kayak from one island to another, and the next day try a  beginners' sailing course in one of the region's numerous sailing schools. Experienced surfers can seek out the best waves where they may rub shoulders with a sufing champion, and then why not go for a spin along the beach in a kite buggy?

Tradition and modernity

Brittany's has long been known as the place to go for water sports - it is, after all, surrounded on three sides by coast! Tradition and modernity melt together in perfect harmony - as they often do in Brittany - and experienced sailing schools are quick to pick up on new trends and are fitted out with reliable, high standard equipment.

It takes all sorts

The qualified instructors found in the region's sailing schools are on hand whatever your level - whether complete beginner or avid fan. Take lessons, hire eqiupment, seek advice or simply share stories; enjoy yourself while keeping fit and enjoying the great outdoors. And if it's a spur-of-the-moment boat trip you're after, look for the points Passion Plage dotted along the coast; you'll find ready-rigged boats for guaranteed pleasure in complete safety.

Useful links

http://www.nautismeenbretagne.fr