Full Description & Details
Port Capbreton is the only marina in Landes, France, set on the Atlantic coast beside sandy beaches and the Landes forest. It has 950 berths on floating pontoons, with a maximum length of 23 meters and a maximum draft of 2.3 meters. All berths include water and electricity, and pontoons are accessed via automatic gates opened with an electronic key.
Facilities include toilets, showers, waste bins, weather forecasts, a 24-hour fuel station, black and gray water pump-out, and a 30-ton lift for repairs. The daily fish market sells mackerel, squid, hake, flounder, sea bream, and more, and restaurants are located around the port. Eight beaches surround the marina, with Central Beach the most popular, and the area is known for surfing.
Just steps from the harbor entrance begins an unusual underwater canyon that shelters deep-sea species, and locals have reported seeing giant squid nearby.
How to get there
Approach Port Capbreton from the Atlantic Ocean, keeping a lookout for the harbor entrance. The marina monitors VHF channel 9. The entrance is marked and leads to floating pontoons; the maximum draft is 2.3 meters, so plan your arrival accordingly.
Once inside, berths are assigned, and you will receive an electronic key for the automatic gates. The port is in the town of Capbreton, so after docking you can walk to the fish market, restaurants, and beaches. For land access, the marina is within the town, and the nearest airport is Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, about 30 kilometers away.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length and draft at Port Capbreton?
The maximum length is 23 meters and the maximum draft is 2.3 meters.
Does Port Capbreton have fuel and pump-out facilities?
Yes, there is a 24-hour fuel station and pumps for black and gray water.
What VHF channel does Port Capbreton monitor?
Port Capbreton monitors VHF channel 9.
Are there showers and laundry at Port Capbreton?
Yes, the marina has toilets, showers, and laundry facilities.
Is there a fish market at Port Capbreton?
Yes, the port's fish market is open daily, selling mackerel, squid, hake, flounder, sea bream, and more.
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