Have you just completed a course at Le Glénans or another sailing school? Do you dream of casting off without a skipper, but are still reluctant to take the plunge? For a beginner sailor, taking up liveaboard sailing in North Brittany may seem ambitious. But it's undoubtedly one of the best places to learn!
At Loc Voile Armor, we believe that sailing is the way to become a sailor, and that you have to start somewhere! That's why we offer two yachts perfectly suited to beginner sailors or small crews: " Flashe " (First 27.7) and " Eole " (Oceanis 311 Clipper in ballasted dinghy version). These yachts are designed for beginner sailboat charters and offer an excellent compromise between safety, ease of handling and learning.
Why choose North Brittany for your first sailboat race?
The Costa Rican coast - and the English Channel in general - is an ideal playground for sailors in search of new experiences.
- One of the highest tidal ranges in Europe (up to 13 m)
- Powerful currents: between 2 and 6 knots depending on the area
- Technical and demanding navigation: outcropping rocks, shoals...
All of which require rigor, anticipation and a sense of the sea. But also a fantastic opportunity to learn coastal navigation in a demanding way.
Sailing in North Brittany means acquiring a level of expertise that opens the doors to all the world's seas.
It's possible to rent a sailboat from Saint-Quay-Portrieux after completing a training course at a cruising school.
After a sailboat training course, many people ask themselves: "Am I ready to leave without my instructor?
The answer may well be yes, provided you choose the right boat, program and equipment.
That's exactly what we offer with our First 27.7 and our Oceanis clipper 311 DL. Two yachts from the 2000s that still have character:
" Flashe - First 27.7: for your first sailings as a couple or with a small crew
- A light, lively, highly responsive sailboat
- Ideal for understanding sail trim
- A small budget for a pressure-free start
- Easy to maneuver, both at dockside and underway
- No excess equipment, less risk of making a mistake
- Available for weekly or weekend rentals in low and mid season.
" Eole - Oceanis clipper 311 DL: a step closer to the open sea
- A comfortable sailboat with 2 spacious cabins
- Ballasted dinghy: perfect for exploring wild anchorages or trying a simple beaching at the port of Erquy, for example. Read our article on our Top 5 sailing destinations from Saint-Quay-Portrieux.
- Ideal for a first independent cruise without a skipper
- A controlled budget and flexible rental options
Rent a sailboat to start cruising in North Brittany with confidence
At Loc Voile Armor, we believe in support, even when it comes to chartering. We listen to your questions and can help you build an itinerary adapted to your level and the weather. We take the time to give you a personal introduction to your yacht.
And as a Breton proverb so aptly puts it: "who learns to sail in North Brittany knows how to sail everywhere".
Are you still hesitating about becoming a skipper on a charter yacht?
Two tips:
- Equip yourself with one of our Sailproof tablets with its Navionics subscription, to complement the paper charts on board and the GPS plotter on board our boats. It's the ideal tool for even safer sailing: it helps you know your position in real time, track your drift and easily visualize your route (provided you zoom in properly ;-)).
- Let us help you! If you wish, we can put you in touch with liveaboard instructors and coaches. They can accompany you for just one day to help you get to grips with the boat, or for longer: it's up to you.
So, are you ready to turn your first independent sailings into an unforgettable seafaring experience?
Practical info
- Departure port: Saint-Quay-Portrieux, a deep-water port open 24 hours a day
- Easy access: 2h15 by TGV from Paris + 20 minutes by bus
- Free unlimited parking opposite the pontoon for tenants
- Sailboat rental open to beginners in houseboat sailing
- Build your nautical CV now on moncvnautique.com
Contact us to reserve your sailboat and build your first independent cruise together!