Sailboat hire in France

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1149 boats available in France

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Jean-Louis
September 2024
Mont Saint Clair allows you to prepare while being protected from the north wind and the same on the way back. Sète is a very beautiful city with very beautiful sailboats.
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Yelena
September 2024
It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.
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Robert
Robert
Travelled in September 2025 · 5 people · 1 days
Absolutely fabulous, we had an absolutely superb day with Seb. Wind wasn’t strong but it didn’t matter, the whole family enjoyed the boat and the company equally. It’s a vintage boat… so what, it’s a little rough around the edges, but it is full of character, just like Seb, and it was perfect for our family to spend a day on the sea in the Sun, soaking up the rays, dropping anchor, and diving in. Literally, we’ve had the best day and cannot recommend Seb, or any boat he captains enough!! We were complete novices, but he got all of us having a go and his relaxed style suited us perfectly. We give him 6 stars, and 11 out of 10!
Chris
Chris
Travelled in August 2025 · 5 people · 1 days
My family and I had a fantastic day with Maxime and Dolly. My son sailed the boat for a good 40 minutes until we settled in for a day of diving and snorkelling amongst the Lerin Islands.
Adam
Adam
Travelled in July 2025 · 3 people · 5 days
We had a lovely time sailing La Bonica Vida. Pascal met us for the induction and explained everything very clearly, which ensured that things ran smoothly for the 5 days of sailing. The boat is old but well maintained. It was perfect for the three of us. I would highly recommend.
Paul
Paul
Travelled in July 2025 · 5 people · 1 week
A wonderful boat with no problems and issues. Alan and Lorry were very helpful and we had all that we needed. The boat was well equipped, clean and everything worked and it was super comfortable for everyone onboard.
Mark
Mark
Travelled in May 2025 · 4 people · 1 days
Our boat day was absolutely fantastic and we highly recommend it! Oleg and Alla were exceptional, making us feel welcome and ensuring a memorable experience. It was so relaxing and we swam in crystal-clear waters. The boat was comfortable, and every moment was filled with fun and relaxation. An unforgettable day.. we can’t wait to do it again!
Blake
Blake
Travelled in August 2024 · 4 people · 1 days
Stephane is an absolute legend!! Highly recommend his boat and him. Lovely lad, takes you to nice places. Super chill vibe. Don’t wait book him in !
Jacob
Jacob
Travelled in August 2024 · 12 people · 1 days
Fantastic experience! Patrick made our birthday boat trip for 13 people an absolute dream day. Patrick was extremely helpful with all our prior questions which made the booking experience considerably more straight forward and showed us an amazing day by touring the Cannes bay and surrounding islands. Brilliant day and would happily book again!
Simon
Simon
Travelled in July 2024 · 5 people · 2 days
We had the most amazing 3 days sailing. Beautiful scenery and exploring coves and snorkelling. Great company, local knowledge and experienced sailing with Yves. Highly recommended!

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Jean-Louis
Jean-Louis
Sète ·
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Mont Saint Clair allows you to prepare while being protected from the north wind and the same on the way back. Sète is a very beautiful city with very beautiful sailboats.
Le mont Saint Clair permet de se préparer en étant protégé du vent du Nord et idem au retour. Sète est une très belle ville avec de très beaux voiliers.
Yelena
Yelena
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat ·
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It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.
It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.
Jean-Louis
Jean-Louis
Sète ·
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Mont Saint Clair allows you to prepare while being protected from the north wind and the same on the way back. Sète is a very beautiful city with very beautiful sailboats.
Le mont Saint Clair permet de se préparer en étant protégé du vent du Nord et idem au retour. Sète est une très belle ville avec de très beaux voiliers.
Yelena
Yelena
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat ·
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It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.
It was beautiful! The riviera coastline with the views of Eze, Monaco, and the Italian coast, were fantastic sights.

Charter a sailboat in France with or without skipper with SamBoat

France is a country located in Western Europe, bordering countries such as Germany, Belgium and Spain. Every year, France welcomes millions of tourists from all over the world. France's tourist offer is diverse, but it focuses on: history, art, fashion and wine. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and visited historical monuments in the world.

France has many places of interest that offer incredible experiences. There is the capital, with many tourist attractions and where you can experience Parisian life. There are also several places well known for their beautiful beaches. Such as Corsica and Nice, charter a catamaran in France and enjoy the warm weather and sea breeze.

Sailboat hire in France

River tourism in France has gained a lot of popularity in recent times. Within France, there are several popular sailing regions such as Aquitaine, Camargue and Brittany. Renting a sailing yacht in France gives you the opportunity to get to know these regions, especially Brittany. This region is known for its climate and sea currents which will give you an unforgettable sailing experience.

How much does it cost to hire a sailboat in France?

In low season sailboat charter prices start from 150 euros depending on the type of boat. When it comes to chartering a sailboat in France, the prices vary depending on the time of the season. During the high season, the demand for boat hires increases along with the prices. The busiest months in France start from July to the end of August. It is better booked in advance to find the best boat for you.

To hire and enjoy any of the boats available in the catalogue, we suggest that you start searching two months in advance and start the process immediately. 

Do you need a license to hire a sailboat in France?

To hire a boat in France, a license is required depending on the type of boat you charter. To charter a sailboat, you must have a CCI and a nautical CV showing your sailing experience. 

If you don't have a license, don't worry, you can still enjoy the sailing experience. You can hire any boat from the catalogue but with a skipper.

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