EUROPE’S ATLANTIC COAST
1 FRANCE
The Atlantic coast of Europe runs from Ushant to Gibraltar, and, with the Atlantic Islands thrown in, is a vast area of cruising opportunities, says Lu Heikell.
The Brittany coast, familiar to many of us, is often included as part of a home waters summer cruise. Douarnenez, Benodet, Lorient, Belle Île, and of course the fabulous Gulf of Morbihan all rest deeply in the folklore of northern European sailors. In fair summer weather the strong tides and rocky shores.
