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Port-Navalo

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Located in the town of Arzon in the Morbihan department Port-Navalo was, in the early twentieth century, a coastal fishing port. Formerly den of pirates, the city is now a recognized and popular seaside resort.

On the Rhuys peninsula, it offers a breathtaking panorama of Quiberon and on Locmariaquer. The resort owes its reputation to its place of choice to enjoy the spectacle of tides. One can discover the second strongest tidal current in Europe, that goes up to nine knots.

Completely facing the sea, Port-Navalo is part of a long maritime tradition, between the water sports and fishing, or even different cruises towards Britain's most beautiful islands like the island Moines or Belle -Île-en-Mer.

Lazing regatta promenade by the sea, relaxing on the terrace of a café in the marina... the possibilities to relax and enjoy good times with multiple Port-Navalo.

Port-Navalo is a seaside resort that is part of the municipality of Arzon

Geographical information

Seaside locationPort-Navalo
Latitude47.5471970 (N 47° 32’ 50”)
Longitude-2.9158510 (W 2° 54’ 57”)
PrefectureVannes (39 km, 42 min)
DepartmentMorbihan
RegionBrittany

Nearest cities & towns

Arzon2.9 km (7 min)
Saint-Gildas-de-Rhuys10.3 km (17 min)
Sarzeau12.3 km (16 min)
Saint-Armel20 km (24 min)
Le Hézo22 km (25 min)
Séné35 km (41 min)

Things to see and do

Port-Navalo is a seaside resort in Brittany popular among tourists for its stunning landscapes, and for several sport and cultural activities.

Lighthouse Port-Navalo indicates the entrance of the Gulf of Morbihan since 1840. The building we see today dates from 1891 and was designed by Frécot Vauthier and engineers.

The marina Port-Navalo, former fishing port has several rings for boats of all kinds. At the water's edge, the cafés and restaurants, and shops enliven the area and allow to enjoy the sunshine periods.

Port-Navalo Beach, with its fine sand and turquoise sea, is the scene of various activities, mainly water. In this resort, you can learn to surf, sail, or the diving. From the promenade, you can watch the amazing show of Port-Navalo tides and enjoy the view of the various offshore islands, such as the famous Belle Île and wild landscapes.

Hiking trails abound around Port-Navalo, as bike paths. One of them serves in particular to connect to the Auzon Port-Navalo pier and enjoy the benefits and the marina.

Places of interest

Information points
Leisure centres
Monuments
Natural sites

Events and festivities

Lively seaside resort in Brittany, Port-Navalo offer various events to give life to the city center and the marina.

From April to November, the Port-Navalo market is held on Friday mornings. The night market takes meanwhile up in July and August, Tuesday evenings. From 18h to 22h, on the seafront, passing visitors appreciate the artists and craftsmen of the region, in the old fish market.

From early July to late August, the festival moved to the Arzonnaises Arzon. Free jazz concerts take place on Thursday evening at Port-Navalo and drive the port.

At the end of July, Port-Navalo hosts the famous Great Regatta Port-Navalo. During a day of festivities, it is possible to enjoy the atmosphere of the interwar period and the Golden Age of the resort, and admire cruisers, sailboats and other monotypes competing in the Gulf for a stormy race.

Weather

Thursday 25 april
Min. 7°C - Max. 12°C
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Friday 26 april
Min. 11°C - Max. 12°C
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Saturday 27 april
Min. 9°C - Max. 13°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Old sailing ship ride in the Gulf of Morbihan
Nature and the great outdoors40 € to 80 € Arradon (9.9 km)
Cruise in the Gulf of Morbihan and islands
Nature and the great outdoors25 € Vannes (15.3 km)
Drawing / painting / three-dimensional art classes
Arts and Crafts15 € Erdeven (21 km)
Fun food-themed trail in the World of Carabreizh
Entertainment0 € to 3 € Landévant (28 km)
Outdoor show: Eternal Sarah Bernhardt
Entertainment14 € Sauzon (31 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Gr Rhuys-Vilaine (Official): step 19 Arzon from Port navalo to Pen castel
HikeIntermediate3:25Arzon (660 m)
Gr Rhuys-Vilaine (Official): stage 20 Arzon Moulin Pen Castel in Sarzeau Brillac
HikeIntermediate3:15Arzon (3.5 km)
Gr Rhuys-Vilaine (Official): step 18 Arzon from Tumiac to Port Navalo
HikeIntermediate2:45Arzon (3.5 km)
Old Bono bridge - Port of Saint-Goustan
HikeEasy3:00Le Bono (9.7 km)
Gr Rhuys-Vilaine (Official): stage 22 Sarzeau Truscat in Saint Armel The Pusmen
HikeIntermediate4:00Sarzeau (11 km)

Restaurants

Bed & breakfasts

Vacation rentals

Campsites

Hotels

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