Sailing trips · SUNSET SAILING CRUISES IN FRANCE
The 4 best sunset sailing cruises in France you can book today, with what each costs per person, how long it runs and how much of it happens under sail. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Meet Kapalouest by La Rochelle’s old harbor for a two-hour sunset sail on a spacious 16-meter maxi-catamaran. You’ll pass the Richelieu Tower and Les Minimes, stop the engine offshore, and return through the historic towers after dark. The crew speaks French, with some English help available.
“What a great couple of hours. Weather was perfect, crew were great too. Thoroughly recommend this trip..”
Board the wooden schooner Goélette Alliance near Marseille’s town hall for an evening sail to the Frioul archipelago. Swim in a sheltered cove, enjoy a fresh vegetarian buffet and one glass of Provençal rosé, then return beneath the Old Port lights. Crew service is offered in English, French, and Italian.
“My partner and I absolutely loved this trip. The boat was gorgeous, the views were magical, and the guides were super friendly. The cove we stopped in for dinner was like something from a movie, and hid us wonderfully from the wind and choppier waves. The music choices were great and I’m a sucker for fairy lights. All in all, an amazing trip and I would highly recommend! My partner got sea sick and even he said he’d do it again in a heartbeat!”
You’ll sail from Piantarella Beach, or Bonifacio in low season, to the Lavezzi Islands aboard a comfortable catamaran. The crew may visit Cavallo or Ratino, explain basic sailing, and stop for swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding as the sun sets. François has been praised for his humor and clear explanations.
“Bonjour, la balade a été annulé par l’organisateur, en raison des conditions météorologiques nous proposant de décaler, étant notre dernier jour en corse je demande un remboursement. Et depuis samedi plus de nouvelles… pas très professionnel.”
Join the Le Feng Shui catamaran at Mucem for a four-hour evening cruise toward the Frioul Archipelago. Enjoy sunset views, a seasonal bio-sourced buffet, live background music, one wine or beer, and open-air seating on deck, the rooftop, or nets.
“Sortie sympathique Repas correct Peut-être un peu trop de monde…”
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