Day Trips – Gulf of Morbihan

Sheltered from the North Atlantic by the twin peninsulas of Rhuys and Locmariaqer, the Gulf of Morbihan (Mor Bihan means "little sea" in Breton.) is considered a sailing paradise. It is about 10 square miles in area and is dotted by dozens of islands, many still uninhabited. Typically a peaceful haven for wind sports, the Gulf can also be challenging even to the experienced navigator.

Near Port Navalo, where the Gulf empties into Quiberon Bay and the Atlantic, the water is nearly 100 feet deep. However, because of the force of the tides that rush through this narrow passage the currents can run as fast as eleven knots. Twice daily the sea washes into the many creeks, inlets, wetlands and narrows making the Gulf a natural labyrinth and home for local as well as migratory waterfowl.