From Perros-Guirec to the Seven Islands, sail through the heart of Breton nature.
Puffins, gannets, cormorants... the largest seabird reserve in France.
The natural reserve of the Seven Islands archipelago is home to a rich variety of seabirds, including a large colony of puffins, gannets, and cormorants. The reserve also hosts other nesting birds, penguins, and a growing population of gray seals, which have made the Seven Islands their year-round home.
Sailing around the islands allows you to observe these incredible species in their natural habitat. Particularly around Rouzic Island, which hosts the only French colony of gannets. In 2022, the colony counted over 24,500 pairs of seabirds. While sailing towards the Seven Islands, you’ll witness gannets diving at over 100 km/h to catch mackerel.
With a bit of luck, at the end of the day, you may witness the coordinated hunting of dolphins as they drive fish shoals to the surface to feed, while gannets dive in their dozens. An exceptional spectacle.
Discover the Seven Islands and the Pink Granite Coast.
Unique features of the sailing area.
From Ploumanac’h (3 miles), Perros-Guirec (5 miles), or Port-Blanc (8 miles), sailing towards the Seven Islands is generally straightforward.
In strong tides, however, you’ll need to be mindful of the powerful currents around the archipelagos. It’s tempting to sail around Rouzic Island to admire the largest French colony of gannets, but beware of the numerous rocks in the area.
Be sure to keep a close eye on the rock bar to the southeast of the archipelago, stretching over 2.5 miles, which has caught out more than one sailor in the past.
For added convenience, Loc Voile Armor offers Sailproof navigation tablets equipped with Navionics for rent. Sailproof tablets are rugged, anti-glare, and waterproof: perfect for safe navigation.
Where to anchor safely to enjoy the Seven Islands and the Pink Granite Coast?
At Perros-Guirec harbor: A prime spot on the Pink Granite Coast, the Linkin marina offers a great base to explore the coastline and the town of Perros on foot or by bike. Be sure to plan your arrival around lock times. The gate is open between 2 hours (at low tide) and 3 hours (at high tide) per tide. See the schedule here.
At Ploumanac’h harbor: Nestled in the heart of the Pink Granite Coast, the entrance to the picturesque Ploumanac’h harbor is majestic. You’ll navigate between massive pink rocks before mooring artistically between two buoys at the front and rear. The dinghy will be necessary to access the facilities.
At anchor between Île aux Moines and Île Bono: Ideal for exploring Île aux Moines on foot and hiking up to the Seven Islands lighthouse, or simply for a picnic in the heart of the nature reserve. The anchorage is sheltered from north and northeast winds.