Flotillas

The Semaine du Golfe is an emblematic European event for heritage sailing yachts, offering some 1 400 traditional and classic boats the unique opportunity to sail in harmony in the Gulf of Morbihan.

Organized into 13 separate flotillas, each identified by a specific flag, the crews sail from port to port, following the winds and currents under the direction of their captains. 
 

SAILING-ROWING - Flotilla A

These small boats, which can be sailed or rowed, have been appearing along our coasts for the past thirty years or so. Drawing inspiration from American and European dories, Norwegian faerings, Shetland boats, and Breton misainiers, designers have created new types, all of which are easily transportable: Seil, Aber, Aven, Ilur, Doryplume, Moorskoul, Doris. Boats with lateen sails or square sails, and all small sailboats under 5 meters propelled by sail and oars.

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet A will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

​​​​​​YAWLS - Flotilla B

Chaloupes, yoles, and other “gigs”—these vessels were originally service boats for ships at anchor, used for piloting, rescue operations, or fishing. These boats, which have been experiencing a resurgence over the past thirty years thanks to replicas and new designs, provide a platform for young crews to learn seamanship. This fleet includes: yoles (from Bantry, Ness, Morbihan, Odet, and Aboville), rowboats, whaling boats, Irish curraghs, Basque trawlers, coastal pinasses, etc.

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet B will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

WORKING SAILBOATS - Flotilla C

Former fishing vessels, as well as coastal freighters, pilot boats, and buoy tenders, restored or rebuilt to their original specifications. Sinagos, misainiers, and fore-and-aft rigged rowboats, luggers, sloops, cutters, and gaff-rigged dundees… and all other former fishing and working sailboats, restored or rebuilt to their original specifications and fitted out for pleasure cruising.

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet C will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

SMALL TRADITIONAL YACHTS "non-decked boats" - Flotilla D

Designed directly by shipyards or architects still steeped in the tradition of wooden boatbuilding, this fleet reflects an era when local recreational boating coexisted with the last coastal fishing sailboats. It includes: luggers, mizzen-rigged boats, and all small, open sailboats inspired by traditional designs.

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet D will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

SMALL TRADITIONAL YACHTS "decked" - Flotilla E

Today’s light-displacement boats, designed for coastal cruising, with storage and a cabin providing shelter and sleeping quarters for at least two crew members: Cornish Shrimpers, Drascombe Coasters, Swallow Boats, Bayraiders, Skellig 2.2, etc.

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet E will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

YACHTS FROM THE 60s - Flotilla F

In the 1960s, recreational sailors were able to enjoy the pleasures of sailing thanks to new series of boats that were more affordable, seaworthy, fast, safe, and comfortable. This fleet includes the Muscadet, Armagnac, Cognac, and others, designed by talented architects such as Herbulot and Harlé—the first production boats on which many recreational sailors cut their teeth, as well as iconic long-distance sailing yachts.

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet F will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

CHEETAHS & GAZELLES - Flotilla G

Designed by Etienne Riguidel and built of wood, the Guépard, a V-shaped boat from the Gulf, has become the iconic small sailboat of the Gulf of Morbihan. The Gazelle, a much more recent model, is constructed of polyester honeycomb.

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet G will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

SMALL CLASSIC BOATS "non-decked boats" - Flotilla H

Small vintage dinghies and traditionally inspired keelboats under 8 meters: Morgann, Tofinou, as well as classic vintage dinghy classes such as Flying Dutchman, Snipe, Caneton, Caravelle, Vaurien…

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet H will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

SMALL CLASSIC BOATS "habitable boats" - Flotilla I

Sailboats under 8 meters with a cabin, such as the Beluga, Corsaire, Loctudy, Folkboat, and DC20, as well as small classic vintage sailboats.

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet I will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

CLASSIC YACHTS OVER 8 M - Flotilla J

Sailing yachts over 8 meters in length with sleek, slender lines, often featuring bronze fittings and varnished woodwork. Designed for racing or cruising, some of which were built nearly a century ago, these yachts are for the most part in excellent condition. Classic gaff-rigged or Marconi-rigged yachts, International Class sailboats, vintage keelboats from one-design regattas, R.O.R.C. cruising races…

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet J will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

CLASSIC MOTORBOATS - Flotilla K

Classic motorboats, combining elegant hull designs with ingenious mechanical engineering, such as the speedboats of the Riviera or Lake Como during the “Dolce Vita” era and the charming motorboats of the Thames or the Seine during the era of the open-air dance halls. Cabin cruisers, runabouts, classic outboard boats, vintage motorboats, and classic motor launches.

• The full 2027 schedule for Fleet K will be available soon
  (Routes and schedules are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change depending on wind conditions and weather constraints)
   

DRAGON BOATS - PINK LADIES - Flotilla L

An association of women affected by breast cancer. These crews of brave and cheerful rowers are ready to go and are inspiring others far beyond Brittany.


 

PROFESSIONAL PASSENGER SHIPS  - Flotilla M

These vessels, which are licensed to carry paying passengers, include both historic ships and replicas, such as multi-masted tall ships and converted working sailboats: Morgenster, Recouvrance, Le Français, Le Biche, André Yvette ...