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Revision as of 15:27, 8 June 2016
Vannes
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Vannes is the historic capital of Brittany and has a wealth of mediaeval buildings within its ancient ramparts as well as some of the region's best restaurants. It is situated at the head of the Golfe du Morbihan, itself a delightful cruising ground in spite of its strong tidal streams.
Charts
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Weather
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Communication
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Passages
Islands
There are several delightful anchorages around the Golfe de Morbihan where yachts can drop anchor or pick up buoys out of the fierce tides. One particular favourite with yachtsmen is Anse de Penhap on the southern tip of Ile aux Moines, where a yacht can be safely left for a ramble around the island.
The entrance to the Golfe de Morbihan experiences fierce tides, especially at springs, and, if intending to sail straight up to Vannes, is best entered just after low water, so that the approach is made on a rising tide. There are buoys off the Ile de Conleau in the approach to Vannes which may be used if too early or too late for entry to Vannes harbour. Access to the inner basin is only possible 2.5-3 hours either side of high water up the canalised river leading to the town. Yachts pass under a swing bridge on the outskirts of the town and then through a lock into the inner basin.
Entrance
Vannes is a port of entry/exit to France.
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Berthing
Visitors usually berth alongside on the pontoon to the right of the entrance. Unless the port is very quiet, it will normally be necessary to raft up.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
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Anchorages
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Yacht Repairs and Services
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Marine Stores
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Repairs/Yards
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
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Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Vannes is one of those towns whose chief delight is in simply wandering about the streets, admiring the wealth of mediaeval buildings and the character of the cobbled lanes. The cathedral, though somewhat bare, is worth a visit, if only to see the macabre display of the skull of St Vincent Ferrier in its reliquary. The La Cohue museum of fine art, sited in a former mediaeval covered market, has en eclectic collection of mostly French paintings. There is a pleasant walk along the river out of town towards the Ile de Conleau.
Ferries also run from Vannes to the islands in the Golfe de Morbihan, especially Ile d'Arz and Ile aux Moines, although most visiting yachts will prefer to anchor off the islands out of the tide and go ashore in the dinghy. Trips can also be booked to the Ile de Gavrinis from Larmor-Baden to visit the impressive neolithic tumulus of Gavrinis (yachtsmen are discouraged from visiting in the dinghy as the ferries from Larmor-Baden lose revenue).
Grocery & Supply Stores
Stoc supermarket in the town and numerous local shops. Patisserie is especially good in Vannes.
Eateries
Vannes has some excellent eateries and a first class patisserie just next to the Porte Gambetta, the main south gate of the city. Recommendations (albeit from 2000) include Breizh Caffe, a delightful spot on the cobbled Rue les Halles; Chez La Mere 6 Sous, a crazily characterful bistro, and the Alsace cuisine at the Table L’Alsacienne, with its interesting beer brewed ‘sur lie’. Updates on these and others needed!
Internet/WiFi
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Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
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Transportation
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Friends
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Forums
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Links
- Vannes at the Wikipedia
References & Publications
See France.
Comments
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Date of member's last visit to Vannes and this page's details validated:
- June 2000 --Atheneoflymington 16:17, 14 January 2010 (UTC)
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