🚗 By car
From Paris, take the A13 towards Caen, continue on the A84 towards Avranches and then follow the departmental roads (D971/D973) for the final stretch towards Barneville-Carteret; Approximate distance 360 km, driving time around 4 hours under traffic regulations. From Caen follow the A84 and the local roads for about 100 km, approximate time 1 h 15 min; from Cherbourg follow the coast and the departmental roads for about 55 km, approximate time 45-60 min; from Rennes take the N137/A84 and then the local roads for about 140 km, approximate time 1 h 45 min. For islands not applicable. Do not include detailed urban routes.

🚆 By train
The reference railway stations on the mainland are Coutances and Cherbourg; trains from Paris (Gare Montparnasse or Saint-Lazare depending on the service) reach Coutances or Cherbourg in about 3-3.5 hours; from Caen regional connections take about 1-1.5 hours to reach Coutances or Cherbourg. From the aforementioned stations, continue by local bus or taxi: from Coutances the road transfer is about 30-40 minutes, from Cherbourg about 45-60 minutes; check the timetables of regional services for connections.

✈️ By plane
Nearest airports: Caen - Carpiquet (approx. 95-110 km, 1 h 15-1 h 30 by car), Cherbourg - Maupertus (approx. 40-50 km, 40-50 min by car) and Rennes - Saint-Jacques (approx. 140-160 km, 1 h 45-2 h by car). From the airport it is possible to continue by car rental, taxi or private transfer; Some airports offer bus connections to major train stations to continue by road. For arrivals via the UK or other destinations, also consider flights to Jersey and onward by sea.

The skipper – and any crew members, if applicable – sleeps in a dedicated cabin, separate from those reserved for guests, which is not included in the count of guest cabins shown on the boat listing.

Double cabins are usually assigned to those traveling as a couple, while those booking individually share a bunk cabin with another traveler (not necessarily of the same gender). Spots are assigned in order of booking, except in special cases.

No, it is not possible to reserve a single cabin, as all cabins are shared between participants in order to maintain the group travel formula.

The provisions will be purchased by the skipper/crew.

The skipper is responsible for preparing meals.

All participants are responsible for cleaning the common areas on board.

It is advisable to travel light with bags without wheels. It is essential to bring warm clothing, even in the middle of summer, as well as a waterproof windbreaker in case of bad weather or while sailing. Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. Swimsuit. Shoes on board are mandatory, flat with a white sole, tennis type or better boat shoes and possibly sailor's boots, if you have them. It can also be useful to carry a small waterproof bag for your wallet/mobile phone and others, to use when you go ashore. Bring towels and duvet. Undersheet, pillow and pillowcase provided.

Hair dryers, hair straighteners, and other appliances that operate on 220V (household voltage) can only be used during stops in ports, when a power outlet is available for connection to the electrical grid.

A soft bag is required for transporting luggage, so that it can be easily stowed away. Hard suitcases and trolleys should be avoided, as they are difficult, if not impossible, to stow. A small backpack or beach bag may be useful for shore excursions.

Yes, a basic knowledge of sailing and the main maneuvers is required to participate in this experience.

No, unfortunately, this experience is not suitable for groups with children/teenagers.

If you book the entire boat for yourself, the itinerary can be agreed with the skipper. Otherwise, changes can be agreed provided that all participants on board agree and the sailing conditions allow it. The skipper is the only one to judge the feasibility of the course.

No, unfortunately pets are not allowed on board.

Yes, but outside the boat and downwind, and always with full respect for the other participants. Under no circumstances is it permitted to throw cigarette butts into the sea.

The boat is equipped with 12 V sockets (with USB connector and/or cigarette lighter) that can be used depending on the charge of the batteries, powered by solar panels and a wind turbine, as well as 220 V sockets, which can only be used during port stopovers, once connected to the charging stations on the quay.

In general, we will spend the night moored in a protected port, where it will be possible to go ashore without constraint.