The Baie de Somme
by boat to the
rhythm of the waves
The Baie de Somme by boat
- 98
- passengers
- 3
- boats
- 40minutes crossing
Le Commandant Charcot
immediate boarding
Head for the ports of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme or Le Crotoy, for immediate boarding on the Charcot boats. As navigation at Le Crotoy is very limited due to silting, it will not be possible to sail at low tide. Departures are then only from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme.
From the boat, you can see the coast in a different light, take in the scenery, the quays of Saint-Valery and the beautiful villas. It’s a relaxing and rejuvenating walk.
Dogs are allowed on board free of charge. The charcot departing from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Departures at sea are subject to the rhythm of the tides and weather conditions.
Circuits
to discover
From Saint-Valery-sur-Somme :
- Saint-Valery-sur-Somme – Cap Hornu circuit: 40 min round trip. This walk takes you to the middle of the bay, between St Valery and Le Crotoy, and gives you a bird’s eye view of the Baie de Somme.
- Saint-Valery-sur-Somme – Le Hourdel circuit: 1h15 return. Daytime or sunset. An outing that takes you from one end of the Baie de Somme to the other, as far as Le Hourdel, the Baie de Somme ‘s last port before the open sea.
- Tour de Baie: 2h00 round trip. The walk goes from Saint-Valery to the sea’s edge. Depending on wind conditions, this outing is not suitable for people sensitive to seasickness.
Leaving from Le Crotoy :
- Le Crotoy – Le Hourdel circuit: 45 min round trip. Discover the Bay from Le Crotoy to Le Hourdel, the Baie de Somme’ s last port before the open sea.
- Les portes du large tour: 1h15 round trip. Discover the Bay by heading out to sea.
- Les 3 ports tour: 2h00 round trip. Discover the whole Bay and its 3 ports (Le Crotoy / Le Hourdel / Saint-Valery ).
Commandant Charcot
From the sea, Saint-Valery-sur-Somme is a whole new experience. You can take a different look at the marina and the villas along the quays.
Meet
Captain Forest
Commandant Charcot
During the walk, I talk about the glorious history of this fishing port, now a seaside resort, the bay and its silting-up, the sandbanks where you can run aground, the beacons…
