Sailing course departing from La Trinité-sur-Mer
In summary
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Sports
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Duration8 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationBrittany / The Breton Islands
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AgeFrom 15 - 75 years
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CO₂-Emissions96.05 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
Affiliated with the French Sailing Federation , the Open Sail school offers courses adapted to all levels , teaching you how to sail on modern sailboats , whether monohulls or multihulls . Supervised by state-certified instructors who are both skilled and experienced , you will progress quickly thanks to personalized advice tailored to your experience and goals.
These courses are an excellent stepping stone to becoming self-sufficient on board a sailboat , acquiring solid technical skills and a good understanding of modern equipment . Whether you're aiming to charter , buy a boat, join a cruising crew , or simply enjoy sailing safely , you'll be trained to achieve your ambitions.
The highlights
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You're the captain on board!
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Explore the islands of Houat, Hoedic, Belle-Île, Groix,...
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Become self-sufficient on a sailboat
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FABIENNE - verified review - august 2026
Sport
Level
Sailing
The expert's opinion
The sailing school is affiliated with the French Sailing Federation and is open to all levels: you will progress thanks to the advice of our state-certified, pedagogical and experienced instructors who will adapt their instructions according to the experience and objectives of each individual during our courses.
Management
French
English
A state-certified, cheerful and excellent teacher, he will be able to pass on his passion and guide you towards autonomy on a sailboat.
Program
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La Trinité-sur-mer
- Activity Sailing
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Trainees are welcomed at 4 p.m., a shopping list is made together, provisions are taken, and the first evening is spent on board.
Day 1 -
La Trinité-sur-Mer > Groix
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
After a welcome in the afternoon of the first day, a briefing to finalize the provisioning list and the shopping done, you spend the first night on board in La Trinité sur mer.
The next day you head towards the island of Groix, and the famous Ty Beudeff bar!
Day 2 -
Groix > Belle-Île
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Heading to a little gem of the Atlantic, with its wild coastline and idyllic coves...
Day 3 -
Belle-Île > Hoëdic > Houat
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Stopover for lunch on the island of Hoëdic, then in the evening on Houat, an incredibly beautiful and serene island, its small village with magnificent beaches.
Day 4 -
Houat > Les Glénans or Île d'Yeu depending on the winds
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Destination depending on wind direction and strength
Day 5 -
Port Manech or Noirmoutier Island
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
In both cases you will discover charming places, a mix of fishermen and boaters.
Day 6 -
Navigation back to La Trinité-sur-Mer
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Arrival on the last evening in La Trinité sur mer, the port of departure.
Day 7 -
End of internship
- Activity Sailing
- Accommodation Sailing cruise ship
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
The course ended at 9am on the last day after a wonderful week of sailing filled with great memories of sailing and stopovers.
Day 8
Note
Stopovers may vary depending on weather conditions.
Accommodation
Access
You will receive a detailed map of the port with the precise location.
Go to the starting point
La Rochelle train station (3.2 km from the base – 8 minutes by car, 20 minutes on foot)
Enter the Minimes harbour master's office into your GPS
Price details
The price includes
- 7 nights in shared double cabins
- The provision of the boat
- The state-certified instructor
- The linens on board (fitted sheets + kitchen towels + pillowcases)
- Cleaning the boat at the end of the internship
- The FFVoile passport
The price does not include
- The onboard kitty (food, port fees and consumables such as fuel or gas): approximately €20-30/day - mandatory
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before you leave, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website (https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- automatic life jackets
- the bed sheets
- pillowcases
- kitchen towels
Equipment to bring
- Sunscreen with the highest SPF, sunglasses
- Lightweight sleeping bag
- Toiletries, small synthetic bath towel (which rolls up and dries quickly)
- Earplugs (the presence of a snorer on board can happen ;)
- Clothespins
- Swimsuit
- A headlamp + batteries
- Personal and labeled water bottle
Clothing to bring
- You mustn't get cold, so bring warm clothes.
- You need to be waterproof, so bring along marine clothing such as oilskins or windbreakers, top and bottom.
- Sailing gloves
- Closed shoes (sneakers or tennis shoes with white non-slip soles, or better yet, breathable boots)
- Thin fleece pull
- Cap (and possibly a fleece hat)
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august 2026
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