Ports

Drop Anchor: Authentic Ports of Call

With its two ideally situated ports for recreational boats, the city of Menton opens widely onto the Mediterranean Sea. Sheltered from the north winds and just a stone’s throw from Italy, Vieux-Port and Port de Garavan are charming and authentic, and sunny places to visit all year round! Whether you are a yachting enthusiast or simply love the sea, Menton is a great place to drop anchor!

Bridging Traditional and Contemporary Styles

A special destination!

A former fishing port, recreational boats sit side by side with traditional ‘pointu’ fishing tugs and boats. Mooring at Vieux-Port in Menton offers an outstanding view over the old town, in a lively and original setting, with the mountainous cirque in the background. Within walking distance of the city centre and shops, sailors benefit from feeling like they’re right in the heart of everything. The nearby Esplanade des Sablettes is a great place to take a stroll, with a wide selection of entertainment, restaurants and bars. The local fishing fleet, still in place, offers the best of the Mediterranean throughout the year!

Did you know?

Vieux-Port is placed under the protection of Saint-Michel, the patron saint of Menton. Wearing the traditional fishermen’s hat, the statue stands at the entrance to the port.

Vieux-Port of MentonPractical Information

Along the quay, sailors can find all the services they need, including the harbour master’s office, a free launching ramp, Wi-Fi, fresh water, electricity, washing facilities, a careening area, a cleaning point and a laundry. A nearby car park is available for sailors.

GOOD TO KNOW

Enjoy buying freshly caught fish at the local fish market. Great fun in a lively atmosphere!

Port de

Garavan

Breathtaking views of Menton, Italy and the mountains beyond! In an idyllic setting, between Monaco and Italy, Port de Gavaran offers a great place for recreational boats. A significant advantage, however, is its location, 700 metres from Italy and within two kilometres of the centre of Menton. With its 770 moorings, it is one of the largest ports on the French Riviera. There are also thirty moorings available for visitors, for a short stopover.
For yachtsmen, it is the closest point of departure for Corsica, Sardinia and Sicily. A lovely stopover for sailing enthusiasts!Pour les plaisanciers, c’est le point de départ le plus proche pour la Corse, la Sardaigne et la Sicile. Une très belle escale pour les passionnés de yachting !

Did you know?

What makes Port de Garavan so special is that it is either the first or the last port in France, depending on where you set off from…

Port de GaravanPractical Information

At the quay, sailors will find all the services they need, including fresh water, electricity, washroom facilities, parking, WI-FI, a supermarket, laundry, supplies, a ship chandler, shipyard, crane, cleaning point, video surveillance, night security, restaurants and a pharmacy.

All specialist nautical shops can be found here, including ship chandlers and repair shops.

A launching crane, managed by the harbour master’s office, can launch vessels weighing up to five tonnes. Its shipyard welcomes vessels up to 50 m long. The port is reserved for boats less than 40 m long. Please note that the maximum vessel depth is 3 m.

DID YOU KNOW?

Ever since 2017, marking the 50th anniversary of Port de Garavan’s creation, sailors have been greeted by a magnificent statue of Neptune, the Roman god of the sea.

Focus

Recommended Visit

A lovely walk: Vieux-Port and Port de Garavan. The atmosphere is authentic, you can stroll along the original wooden pontoons and watch the boats sail out to sea. Every morning, the place comes to life, with the fishing bank of Vieux-Port animated with new arrivals, sailors going about their business, and tourists embarking on a day of sailing. At night, along the promenade of Vieux-Port, there’s a mesmerizing atmosphere! Take time to admire the sunset over the Mediterranean. Heavenly! For a more party atmosphere, keep a look out for the events organised by the city of Menton.

Access to the Ports in MentonPractical Information

For yachtsmen, there is reserved parking at both ports. A shuttle bus is available to take you to your mooring.

For walkers, the Vieille ville-Sablettes car park is the most practical solution. Route 1 on the Zestbus network has several stops between the two ports.

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