The Ports

Marina

Situated in the centre of town, this is one of the biggest marinas on the Atlantic Coast alongside Arcachon and La Rochelle. This deep water port is sheltered from the wind and protected by the ferry landing stage, from where the Gironde can be crossed. It has more than a thousand berths for boats measuring up to twenty-five metres... At the end of the jetties, ropes are cast off for boats making daytrips on the protected waters of the Gironde. Ship chandlers, artisans, boutiques, art galleries, terraces and pergolas, cafes and restaurants are nestled under the port’s arches which were renovated in 2008. It is pleasant to wander about in this attractive and harmonious area.

Fishing Port

With a fleet of around thirty fishing boats, the fishing port specialises in the finest species of fish. Sole, sea bass and meagre make up most of the produce at the fish market. While nets are used to catch sole, sea bass and meagre are line caught. Responsible fishing is practised using limited and selective quotas. The fish market is open to wholesalers and retailers and has been computerised. The fish is cleaned, graded, packaged, weighed and labelled without ever making direct contact with the ice. This preserves the continuity of the food chain and therefore the freshness of the fish. Fine species, responsible fishing, model fish market, a standard of quality recognised by professionals.