Getting afloat Troiadoù war vor

Climb aboard a passenger launch to enjoy an hour-long jaunt out on the water with running commentary. A great opportunity to discover, or rediscover, Brest harbour and take in the amazing spectacle of the festival quays from the sea.  By way of a bonus, experience Brest 2024 alongside the large guest boats.

Spaces are limited so don’t delay !

Experience the festival from the sea !

Grit fest war vor !

Le Brestoa
Brest Ouest Compagnie Maritime

A monohull launch made of marine-grade aluminium, Le Brestoa is able to transport 183 passengers amidst an elegant and comfortable setting at a maximum speed of 22 knots.

Boasting seating for 71 inside and around a hundred outside, she has stainless steel deck hardware, stylish interior decor comprising printed wood fittings and a white cabin lining.

Total length : 22.90 m
Total beam : 6.50 m

Stagadon II
Vedettes des Abers

The Île Stagadon II launch can accommodate up to 80 passengers. She features a 47-seater covered saloon, with an open half decker set-up, a WC and a microphone.

Total length : 14.50 m
Total beam : 5 m

Pétrel
Penn Ar Bed

Pétrel is a launch built in 2002 with a maximum capacity of 183 passengers.

Equipped with a microphone, interior and exterior broadcasts are possible. An access ramp for those with limited mobility makes it possible to access the main deck.

Total length : 26.19 m
Total beam : 6.69 m

Sirène VI
Vedettes Sirènes

The Sirène VI is a wide, spacious and comfortable passenger launch. The vessel has a pleasant interior and deck able to accommodate 90 passengers, 52 of them inside.

Equipped with around a dozen speakers for balanced broadcasts and a wireless microphone, passengers can enjoy a much more personalised experience.

Total length : 18 m
Total beam : 5.30 m

Frequently asked questions

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You’ll discover the answers to most of your questions here. If you can’t find the information you need though, please don’t hesitate to contact us !

The tickets are not dated. As such, you can choose which day you visit us. The 2 and 3-day passes can be used on consecutive or non-consecutive days from 12 to 17 July.

Yes, the tickets specify a name.

The tickets are not refundable unless the event is cancelled or for medical reasons (you may be asked for a medical certificate).

You can gift your ticket and email us at billetterie@fetesmaritimesdebrest.fr to modify the name on the ticket.

To receive the YOUNG PERSON (10 yrs – 17 yrs) and CHILD rates, a date of birth will be required to facilitate entry checks. If you don’t have all the information in your possession when booking the ticket, indicate the correct year of birth at the very least.

The Festival site will open every day at 10:00 hours and close its doors at 01:00 hours. Entry will be possible until midnight upon presentation of your ticket.

The cash desks for purchasing your ticket on site will open at 09:30 and close at 22:00 hours. Please note that during the event itself rates will be an extra 3€ at the cash desk compared to rates online. You are advised to purchase your ticket online.

No animals will be allowed onto the Festival site apart from service dogs and guide dogs.

Weapons of all kinds, explosive substances, pyrotechnic devices and smoke machines, alcoholic beverages, glass bottles, drones, laser pointers, scooters, bicycles, etc.

Yes, persons with limited mobility can access the passengers launches, the pontoon installed to access the launches is classed as a Public Access Building (ERP).

Solely persons in electric wheelchairs will not be able to board.

Yes, you’ll need to present your entry pass (1 day, 2 days or 3 days) to enter the Festival site and then present your exit ticket on the launch during embarkation.

The Parvis

Mediterranean Stopover & City tourism Village

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Wednesday, July 17

The Parvis

Stopover English Channel and Celtic Sea & Atlantic Stopover

The Parvis

Protection of the ocean Village & Maritime heritage Village

The Parvis

Sea rescue and the french state’s action at sea Village

The Parvis

Polar Stopover & Pacific Stopover

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Saturday 13th July

The Parvis

Olympic Village

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Friday, July 12