Water sports and leisure activities Brittany

It was created in 2012 by the Conseil général du Morbihan to manage and operate, under its direction and control, departmental marinas and heritage sites. The Compagnie des Ports du Morbihan manages a total of 8 300 places and 1 873 places on the ground. The Company also develops technical services for the benefit of boaters (land port/workshop/boat maintenance).

Olympic swimming pool of Rennes, it is the biggest of the city and hosts many sports events (including Tout Rennes Nage, in April!). Made to welcome a lot of swimmers, it is open every day at extended hours! It has three pools, the Olympic pool inside, 50 meters long, the Nordic pool outside, of the same dimensions, open all year round and heated to about 30°C, and the small pool for beginners and children. Be careful, it is often crowded, and a good part of the lines is reserved for schools and clubs at peak times, so choose your time slot carefully!

After several months' work, Cesson-Sévigné inaugurated its renovated whitewater stadium in June 2023. Activities at the Base Sports Nature have benefited fully from the renovation, with a possible flow rate of 3^m3 per second! These include rafting trips on the Vilaine river, and canoe, paddle or kayak trips lasting around 2 hours and supervised by instructors. Discovery, introductory and advanced courses are also available. The stadium offers courses in golf, climbing, kayaking, archery and orienteering.

Discover this atypical sport which allows you to discover, gently, the coast from another perspective. With Paddle Iroise, the concept is simple: you rent your paddle in a bag, with paddle and inflator. You can rent it for half a day, a day, a weekend or a whole week! Everything is made to simplify your life, up to the "Click and paddle" which allows you to get your bag in a relay point (the delivery is possible directly on your place of vacations around Porspoder and in the country of Iroise). We love it !

A multi-season pool, it offers complete and versatile infrastructures, both indoors and outdoors. Throughout the year, aquatic activities are supervised in a sports pool and a leisure pool to encourage sports activities, whether for swimming lessons, aquagym or running on a mat. As for relaxation, there is no shortage of facilities: bubble bench, massage jets, bubble baths, sauna... Paddling pool and slide for children. Mineral and plant solarium outside.

This center is equipped with a heated 8 m diving pit and two diving boats. From 8 years old, accompanied by a team of professional instructors, discover scuba diving, apnea initiation or underwater trekking with fins, mask and snorkel. The most impressive: discover the many wrecks lying in the seabed of the Bay of Saint-Malo: German wrecks from the Second World War and steamers from the beginning of the century.

Created in 1848, the SNBS is one of the oldest clubs in France. It organizes events such as the 40' Malouine - Class 40 and participates in the organization of mythical races like the Route du Rhum. The club has many activities: light sailing, habitable and sea rowing. The sailing school offers activities all year round, with courses (windsurfing, J80, Topaz, Optimist, bug...), picnic days on the islands, evening events and family outings.

Supported by a team of qualified instructors and animators, this association offers various nautical activities: a beach club in the summer for 3-10 year olds (treasure hunt, fishing, trampoline...), "moussaillons" courses for 6-8 year olds (windsurfing and catamaran, treasure hunt, fishing), courses for 9-12 year olds (windsurfing, sand yachting, foam, mini-catamaran), courses and individual lessons in catamarans, windsurfing and sand yachting for adults and teenagers. Sailboats are accessible to people with reduced mobility.

It is of course a kayak. Simple discovery at the sporting hiking, Kraken offers packages to you according to your level and your needs: initiation sessions, walks water sports, hiking or themed tours of the sunset, among others. Kayaking Kraken offers outings on saturday afternoon and sunday morning, outings for a day or weekend. And, without any hint of chauvinism, practice this activity on the edge of the nearby coast, is a real treat. Strong emotions guaranteed!

The club benefits from an exceptional site for the practice of water sports at the end of the Ecluse beach. The sailing center offers courses adapted to your level, supervised by qualified and competent professionals who provide you with all the necessary equipment. Windsurfing, mini-catamaran, wingfoil, kayak, paddle, sea garden for the youngest and the "Point Passion Plage" which offers all water sports according to your tastes. Let's not forget the nearby Sunset bar which offers an exceptional sunset.

Generations of Dinardais have learned to swim in its Olympic basin (50 m x 17,50 m) heated seawater… Located opposite Ideally's main beach, the municipal swimming pool welcomes you all year round and offers a children's paddling pool, a 10-seat Jacuzzi, two saunas as well as a fitness area with cardio-training equipment and muscular reinforcement devices. By appointment, the swimming pool offers swimming and gym. Admission is free for children under the age of 5.

Facing the Mont-Saint-Michel, the nautical center offers various activities: sea garden, discovery of sailing for youngsters, optimist, catamaran, windsurfing as well as walks. You can take swimming lessons and rent a kayak or paddle. In winter, the center offers sailing lessons for adults. In summer, training courses are organized for children with the privateers' clubs (discovery of the marine environment, treasure hunt...).

Who hasn't dreamed one day of joining the dolphins? Thanks to Al Lark, this is possible! This association, which enjoys the support of Océanopolis, organizes boat outings in the bay of Mont Saint-Michel to let you discover, and allow you to observe, its marine environment. Al Lark has already identified 52 species of dolphins. There are also outings for fishing the bar.

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The Centre International de Plongée is a diving club located on Ile St-Nicolas in Fouesnant. Classified as a Natura 2000 network by the European Union, the archipelago's seabed offers a rich diversity of flora and fauna. The center offers diving initiation and training courses, supervised by experienced instructors. Exploration dives take place at various sites, including rocky massifs, drop-offs and wrecks. It also offers full-board accommodation for those wishing to enjoy island life. The Centre International de Plongée des Glénan was founded in 1960, and quickly became renowned both nationally and throughout Europe.

Beware, legendary place! The mythical sailing school opened its first centre here, in Concarneau, many years ago since Les Glénans was created at the end of the war in 1947! Today it is the world reference for sailing teaching, with 15,000 trainees and instructors welcomed every year. From the beginner sailor, from the age of 12 upwards, to the experienced sailor who wishes to pass his or her sailing instructor's exams, via the numerous corporate courses organised by the school, everyone is welcomed with the spirit of the pioneers: a passion for the sea, the practice of sailing but also the spirit of association (it is even said that some people fall in love and find their soul mate there). Cruising, kitesurfing, catamaran, dinghy sailing or windsurfing (windsurfing), sailing is available in many forms, with formulas ranging from a few days of training courses to training for a sailing instructor's licence or a boat licence. The courses are mainly organized around the Glénan archipelago (beware the islands do not take "s" unlike the school), but nowadays extend to the Mediterranean or the West Indies. The Finisterian site remains however unique, with its semi-enclosed body of water, its translucent waters and its preserved landscapes! It is an ingratable of the area as its reputation is legendary. Clever: all the courses can be booked online, on the site which is particularly clear in terms of the various and varied offers. In a word: go for it!

The club has two bases: one in La Roche-Derrien, the other in Plougrescant. Dedicated to sea kayaking, it offers, every summer day, two supervised hikes, to discover the island of Er, oyster beds, the Jaudy, the Gouffre for the most experienced... The club also organizes, on request, stand-up paddle rides in the bay or estuary. Both types of boats are available for hire on the La Roche-Derrien site.

The nautical spot awaits, young and old, during the season near the Pointe de la Garde. Optimist, catamaran for adults and catsy for children, double and solo dinghies, J80, windsurf, bodyboard, paddles. Courses are held all year round and, in the summer, several types of training courses are organised on a weekly basis. Ideal for children who will take the helm and learn all aspects of sailing: points of sail, boat balance, manoeuvres, starts and finishes.

Here, the youngest can learn to sail a dinghy (from 5 years old), and the older ones can take a course in catamaran or windsurfing. The center also offers you the possibility to sail freely, thanks to its Nautical Spot, where you can rent kayaks, stand-up paddle, catamarans and dinghies, but also benefit from navigation advice. In addition, the Bréhec cove, framed by cliffs and sheltered from the prevailing westerly winds, offers a safe setting to launch yourself on the waves.

This beautiful, covered and air-conditioned swimming pool is a real incentive for diving. For a truly complete enjoyment, let yourself be pampered by taking advantage of the sauna. In summer, you can also sunbathe on the outdoor lawns next to the swimming pool, with the refreshing moments of relaxation. In Gouarec, you don't have the sea, but you still enjoy bathing!

In the heart of the Villecartier national forest, the pond offers a wonderful recreational area. At the miniature port, a fleet of electric boats welcomes two to four passengers. The Bretons perchés park features eight accrobranche courses for the most adventurous of all ages. A nature guide takes visitors on a tour of the forest trails, recounting its history and its flora and fauna. And don't forget the pony rides offered by the Les Sabots de Villecartier equestrian farm, and the "A vous de jouer" toy library. Everything you need to enjoy the forest with your family.

Dina'Vig is a boat rental service located in Dinan, Brittany. They offer a fleet of motorized boats that can accommodate from 1 to 9 people. Rates vary according to the number of people and length of rental.

Vannes offers a wide range of nautical activities, including sailboat cruises with An Avel. Longer cruises are also available, with prices varying according to the time of year. Sensation" courses are another interesting option, with the provision of a boat and a coach. For regatta enthusiasts, An Avel also offers participation in various competitions in the region. Don't forget to check the tide tables on maree.info before setting off.

Seafull has been offering a large range of solid and efficient sailing tanks for leisure and competition for 26 years. The company located in the Morbihan near Vannes. It offers visitors the site of chars wallpapers.
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Created in 2004 by Gabriel Valat, the company Rolls & Vogue is located in Brittany, just steps from the Torch, the spot for water sports Breton par excellence. Gabriel Valat is known as a sailing tank. He was a member of the French sailing team from 1990 to 2006 and designed a range of sailing tanks with a concern for performance and safety. A specialist in the manufacture of sailing tanks, the company has a sail shop with the latest technology, such as computer-assisted design and laser cutting. There is also a workshop for the manufacture of sailing tanks.

In Concarneau, when the summer comes back, you want to enjoy the beach as much as possible for sunbathing or for sports! And it falls well, at the White Sands beach, free animations take place from Tuesday to Saturday during the months of July and August. Children will be eligible for multi-sport activities, and the largest for fitness and gym in the morning and beach volleyball in the afternoon. Teens will not be staying, because they will be able to register for collective sports tournaments between 14 am and 17 pm.

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Located in the heart of the old town, the Corsaires Malouins sea kayaking club is a member of the French Canoeing Federation. Supervision is provided by professionals with state and federal diplomas, and various options are offered: trips "Around the Vauban forts" and "At sunset"; half-day to full-day trips; as well as courses, a club formula throughout the year and the paddling school.

Since 2009, this first surf school in Ille-et-Vilaine trains those who want to play with the waves of Longchamp in bodyboard, surf or paddle. The spot is ideal for beginners, the sandbanks form rollers accessible to novices and the orientation of the beach allows the swell to rush in regularly. For beginners and advanced surfers, the Surf Harmony team will guide you according to your level: all the equipment is provided. You can also rent a board or a paddle, and a wetsuit, for the day or half-day.

Come and discover Josselin and its surroundings from the Canal de Nantes in Brest! From the Josselin nautical base, at the foot of the castle, take one of the electric boats and let yourself go to the calm, admire the nature and beauty of the Breton landscapes! No need for a licence, the rental of these boats is accessible to all. You can choose between 2 models: "Ace" for 5 people (3 adults and 2 children) and the "Scoop" for 7 people (4 adults and 3 children). Then put on your captain's cap and cast off!

To practice a sport or a nautical activity in a friendly spirit, this association gathering surfers and lifeguards is perfect. Nautisurf offers training courses to improve your sports skills as well as eco-citizen actions to raise public awareness of environmental protection, such as beach clean-ups. You can take surfing, bodysurfing, aquajogging or first aid courses. Not forgetting the little lifeguards club for 5 to 15 year olds for initiations to life saving, swimming in the sea...

Speed, foam and gliding sensation guaranteed! With or without experience, you can rent a jet-ski for different rides. You don't need a coastal license to ride on this sea bike. It is important to know that all the outings are supervised by a state-qualified instructor. Jet-Ouest also offers a towed buoy tour (round buoys or banana buoys) and flyboarding. Not to mention boat rentals. As you can see, there is plenty of fun to be had! Speed and sensations guaranteed!

The club has a wide range of equipment at its disposal: 12, 14, 16-foot catamarans, optimists, windsurfing boards, foils, paddles, kayaks, sand yachts..., for club members, but also for beginners and those who would like to do a one-off session. The real asset of the club is its location, at the bottom of the bay of Saint-Jacut and facing the Ebihens archipelago. The water is protected from swell and chop and offers very interesting sailing conditions.

The only establishment in Finistère to offer seawater pools, this aquatic center located in front of the sea invites you to discover new sensations! You will be able to swim and have fun with your family in the pool area, which has a 25 m pool at 29 degrees, a 72 m slide, a paddling pool and a whirlpool. Numerous activities are offered: baby swimmers, learning and perfecting swimming, aquagym, water walking... Note: the center, managed by UCPA, is strongly committed to health and sport for all.

It's Thomas who hides behind the name of the big clawed plush that you don't spontaneously imagine on a surfboard. He started surfing around the age of 15, on the same wild beach that he offers you to discover by the wave. You will enjoy learning or improving your surfing skills with this cheerful and attentive instructor. The stand-up paddle rides are done around the Verdelet islet, to the great joy of sea bird lovers. Quality equipment is provided and can also be rented.

Located some ten kilometers south of Dinan, this small leisure park is ideal for families looking for relaxation and sporting activities. The beach offers all amenities (shower and WC, wifi, snack bar open from May to the end of September) and water sports activities are available on reservation (sailing and canoeing). The fun continues around the pond with a 3 km hiking trail featuring barbecues, mini-golf and sports courses.

Fancy a nice escape at sea? Maestro cruises offers you to discover the charms of the coast, from a superb and spacious sailing catamaran. Olivier, the skipper, has put aside his racing past to take you for a ride and help you discover the cliffs of Plouha, the Saint-Quay islands, even Bréhat or Cape Fréhel. Early in the morning, for a snack, an aperitif at sunset or a whole day, it's up to you to choose the formula that suits you. Possible departure from Saint-Quay-Portrieux or Binic, depending on what suits you.

Would you like to discover the seabed of Finistère? Arimair offers you the chance to explore the riches of the Brest and Iroise seas. Accompanied by a team of professionals, you'll have a wide range of possibilities, from beginner to advanced. You can marvel at the beautiful biodiversity of our Breton coasts, or explore mythical wrecks such as the Swansea, the British cargo ship that sank off Camaret in 1918. You can also dive in their heated indoor pool. Marine fun guaranteed!

At the foot of the railway bridge over the Rance, between Saint-Samson-sur-Rance and, on the other bank, La-Vicomté-sur-Rance, is the charming little port of Lyvet. It is reserved for boats of less than 15 metres and has a capacity of 258 boats on pontoons. 25 places are available for visitors who wish to stop over. From here you can board the Maltess, a passenger boat that takes you on a 2.5 hour lunch cruise on the Rance.

In the summer of 2023, Heyoka celebrated its 20th anniversary! The establishment offers the chance to discover the rugged landscapes of Les Corbinières on the water, in total peace and quiet. With rentals of 2 to 4-seater canoes and single-seater kayaks departing from Messac, at the Pont Saint-Marc. Rentals are available by the hour, half-day or full day, with watertight containers for personal belongings and picnics. Book the day before for morning departures.

It is THE mythical beach club of Dinard located on the left side of the great beach of l'Écluse, facing the sea. Vincent Bodin and his team of quality professionals supervise a happy group of young people who have a lot of fun with games and animations. Teenagers are also welcomed for multi-sports activities (tennis, soccer, volleyball). The club accepts children for half a day, a day, a week or even a month. Reduced rates. A real breath of fresh air and good humor!

The first surf school in Belle-Île, Ty School was founded in 2006. It welcomes young people from 6 years old and offers individual or group lessons. The more seasoned, or the most daring can rent the equipment and try it out on their own! Surfing and bodysuit on the Donnant beach (Sauzon side) and Stand Up Paddle on the Grands Sables beach (Locmaria side). Several formulas are proposed: lessons, mini-training courses, training courses, accompanied walks... And the latest novelty: yoga on a Stand Up Paddle... So, are you ready to get started?

Established in 2023, Marie and Axel, both qualified kayak instructors, offer rental of two-seater or single-seater kayaks and standup paddles, for trips close to the base sheltered from strong currents, as well as accompanied outings on real decked sea kayaks, for a safe introduction to navigation between the islands of the Golfe du Morbihan and its world-renowned currents. Amateurs wishing to perfect their skills can also take private lessons.

In the heart of the Côte des Legends and a natural reserve, the centre, open every day from March to October, welcomes you in advance. An absolutely irresistible place to go to the sailing tank, whether it be in an initiation, for development or for rent, lessons and internships.

Built on the rocky point separating the Casino and Châtelet beaches, this natural swimming pool with its elegant rounded curves is a photogenic landmark of the resort. Built in 1929, it continues to delight young and old alike. With a length of 25 meters, a small diving board and a monumental staircase, its water is renewed at almost every tide. Another advantage of this coastal pool is that during high tides, when the sea retreats far out to sea, you don't have to walk far to enjoy a swim!

It is difficult to pass by Cap Fréhel without meeting people who are addicted to water sports in all its forms, as the place lends itself to this type of activity. But before practicing solo, it is better to go through discovery and initiation courses. Located in a Natura 2000 zone, the Armor Surf School team offers a range of activities (surfing, bodysurfing, paddle), with adapted and personalized teaching to progress with pleasure towards autonomy. An excellent way to discover the aquatic environment, at almost any age!

Kayak, paddle, sand yacht, optimist or wingfoil: there is no lack of activities at the Fréhel nautical center, which also includes a beach club. Whether you like water sports or the calm of sailing, the center offers training courses, discovery outings, and private lessons so that you can progress at your own pace and have maximum pleasure! Sailing courses start from 4 years old, windsurfing courses from 9 years old. Many equipments are also available for rent: kayaks, single or giant paddles, wingfoils, catamarans, etc.

Framed by federal monitors, the center offers a varied range of internships at levels adapted to everyone from 8-10 years. Surfing, windsurfing, catamaran, sea kayaking, drift, and activities for 4-8 years. The highly protected water plan of Douarnenez Bay and Morgat's anse offers optimal conditions for almost all times and under maximum safety conditions. From July to August, sailing boats are also organized in sailing, kayaking and stand-up paddle (+8 years), ideal for discovering the corners of the tip coast. Reservations available online.

Rêves de mer prepares tailor-made stays in Brittany ! Whether you are a group of friends, a family, a couple or a single person in search of himself, Rêves de mer will propose you accommodations (cottages, castles, nautical centers, campsites...) that will match your desires and your desires of Brittany. Committed to the environment via the European Ecolabel, this group aims for excellence, the joy of being together and the pleasures of the sea. You will find them in Plounéour and elsewhere in Brittany and the Vendée. Don't hesitate, a sure value!

Adapted to wheelchair users with a seahorse at your disposal, this aquatic centre is composed of two pools: a 25 m sports pool and a 230 m² "play" pool. In summer, discover the outdoor pool. The facilities are perfect: a 57 m slide with black holes from 6 years old, a slide for young children, a paddling pool, 2 whirlpools, a sauna, a steam room. Numerous aquatic activities: swimming lessons, aquagym, aquabike, aquatic dance and aquatraining.