Shipping companies France

Starting from Gare Maritime de Lorient, two ships, Saint Tudy and  île de Groix, ensures the connection to Lorient-île de Groix every year. The two ships are accessible to disabled guests. Saint-Tudy can accommodate up to 440 passengers + 20 tourism vehicles and connects île de Groix in 50 minutes. The ship île de Groix has a capacity of 450 passengers + 32 tourism vehicles and connects the island in 45 minutes. The delay time for presentation of the passengersbefore leaving is about 20 minutes and 45 minutes for vehicles. It guaranteesan unforgettable walk in the enchanting sites.

If you're on vacation in the Vendée, a visit to the wild island of Île d'Yeu is a must. To get there, you can board La Vendéenne, a 250-passenger ferry that's fast and comfortable. It makes the Port Fromentine-L'Île d'Yeu crossing in 45 minutes. Equipped with an outdoor deck, it's the ideal place to breathe in the fresh sea air and perfect your tan, while taking in the superb panorama. It also features a panoramic saloon and luggage area.

The shipping company Corsica Ferries provides the majority of traffic to Corsica, covering the 4 major ports of the island, Bastia, Ile Rousse, Ajaccio and Porto Vecchio. From Marseille, Toulon or Nice - the shortest - the ferries offer a wide choice of schedules for crossings that increase in summer. For Italy, you can make connections between Bastia and Livorno (4 hours) or Bastia and Portoferraioon Elba Island (1h30). For the return trip, take the boat or go along the Ligurian coast by train to Ventimiglia and Nice. Other line in Liguria: Bastia-Savona.

La Méridionale is the historic company for crossings between Marseille and Corsica. On board, you'll enjoy a warm welcome and top-quality services. You'll enjoy a comfortable cabin and a tasty Corsican-inspired meal concocted by the chef and his brigade. You'll travel in serenity and relaxation. Crossings are made at night on board human-sized ships, and 90% of customers say they are satisfied with their crossings on board (survey of 2,494 customers in 2022).

From Quiberon, you will have the possibility to go to Belle-Île, Houat or Hoëdic, the last two being smaller islands (120 inhabitants for Hoëdic) and wilder than the first one. To get there, it will take 45 minutes to cross to Belle-Île with 5 return trips per day in low season and up to 12 in high season. To get to Houat, it will take 40 minutes (2 return trips in low season and up to 5 in high season, as for Hoëdic which has a crossing time of 55 minutes). I

Located in the village of Baye, this base is the starting point of a river tourism that values the serenity of the waters of the Nivernais canal. You can choose between electric pleasure boats and theArt of Time boat which, in all seasons, with its interior terrace, heating and panoramic view, will take you along the water to the passage of the vaults of La Collancelle. Treat yourself to a lunch cruise while admiring the magical setting of the Baye locks. Great moments in perspective!

Embark for the island of Porquerolles or Port-Cros on board the company Les Bateaux Verts, and discover the emblematic sites of these islands with multiple charms. The duration of the stopover is about 4h30 for Porquerolles and 5h30 for Port-Cros. Enough time to explore these real jewels preserved in peace and quiet. Departures from Saint-Tropez, Sainte-Maxime, Cavalaire or Les Issambres. The staff on board is welcoming. Please note that in case of bad weather conditions, crossings may be cancelled.

In all seasons, the Corsican company, which has 8 boats, 6 mixed cargo ships and 2 ferries, ensures a departure every other day from the mainland. The crossing by boat from the mainland is from Marseille on board the Pascal Paoli, the largest boat in the fleet. With Wifi on board, a restaurant, a bar, sandwiches, but also a store and a solarium, the Pascal Paoli is one of the best equipped ships of the Corsica Linea. The crossing is usually done at night, which allows you to arrive in the early morning and start the day well!

The company has 2 departure ports: Baden and Larmor-Baden. For individuals and groups, it offers cruises in the Gulf of Morbihan among the 42 islands, with or without a stopover on Île aux Moines and/or Île d'Arz. It is also possible to discover both islands on the same day. These packages are available from April to September and during the All Saints' Day vacations. Izenah Croisières also serves Ile aux Moines, all year round, every day, every 30 minutes from 7 a.m. to 7.30 p.m. (until 10 p.m. in July and August), without booking.

Many excursions and excursions are offered from the old port to discover the red rocks of the coves of Esterel, Lérins Islands, Port Cros, and allow you to reach Saint-Tropez in 45 minutes, avoiding the summer caps!

A real link between the Channel Islands and the English Channel, Manche Îles Express operates regular services from Granville, Carteret or Diélette to Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney or Sark. Fares are flexible, depending on the length of your stay and the time of year. The boats are modern and fast, and crossings take just a few dozen minutes: that's how quickly you can get to your Channel Island neighbours. Make sure you have all the official documents you need before you leave!

A "ferry" (shuttle) runs all year round for the crossing of the channel which links the town centre of Les Sables-d'Olonne to the La Chaume district, with arrival at the fishing port. The ferryman has the great advantage of being available all year round. There are two access points: the Guiné quay in the fishing port and opposite, the George-V quay, in La Chaume. The ships are frequented by tourists as well as by the inhabitants of Sables-d'Olonne and the surrounding area.

Izenah Croisières operates between Baden and l'Île aux Moines, every day, without booking, but not only! The company also offers tours of the Gulf of Morbihan, private or seminar cruises, hiking or wine-tasting packages, multi-island tours, guided crossings... Whether you hop on the boat for a quick trip between Baden and Île aux Moines (5 minutes) or set off for a good two hours, you're sure to have a great time!

Since 1964, Condor Ferries has been specializing in ferries to Jersey and Guernsey from Saint-Malo. Our ferries offer you the opportunity to discover the Channel Islands thanks to their high performance technology and optimal comfort. Many options are available: day crossing, weekend or multi-day stay, accompanied by a hotel or B&B reservation. You will find spacious air-conditioned lounges, an ambiance bar, a restaurant area, a playground, a club class lounge and outdoor walking decks.

Access from Roscoff - old port to high tide, footbridge at low tide. Three companies share the crossing: Armein (tel.) 02 98 61 75 47 - www.armein.fr • CFTM (tel.) 02 98 61 78 87 - www.vedettes-ile-de-batz.com• Armor Excursions (tel.) 02 98 61 79 66 - www.vedettes.armor.ile.de.batz.fr. Departure every 15 minutes, from 7:45 am to 8:15 pm in high season, about every hour starting from mid-September. The crossing lasts fifteen minutes. These companies provide service between Roscoff and the island of Batz. Attention, at high tide, Boarding is at the port of Roscoff, but at low tide, you have to go down the long walkway. The C.F.T.M. (Compagnie finistérienne de transport maritime) "Finistère Shipping Company" also offers seasonal tours of bay of Morlaix, with the rise of the Morlaix River or visiting the island of Batz from several surrounding harbours Locquirec Plougasnou, Morlaix and Carantec. Check with the company.

Aboard one of our three exceptional ships (theIle Stagadon 2, the Porz Kervenny and the Porz Malo), discover the Île Vierge and the Abers (Aber Wrac'h and Aber Benoît). You can discover Aber Wrac'h and its landscapes dotted with small islands and, tide permitting, disembark on Île Vierge to visit its lighthouse. Alternatively, you can take a guided tour, go fishing at sea, walk to Ile Vierge and return by boat, or take a Monday evening stroll. Great excursions available as soon as the warm weather arrives!

Compagnie Vendéenne has been present on the Ile d'Yeu for 25 years, with 3 departure ports: Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie and Fromentine, and always in July/August from Barbâtre - La Fosse (on the Ile de Noirmoutier), with free parking nearby. Depending on which port you board from, your journey time will vary between 45 and 60 minutes. The company operates a recent fleet of 3 ships. These are equipped with "outside decks" to enjoy the crossing in the open air, and panoramic lounges.