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    A WEEK AFLOAT LA ROCHELLE

    Jan 07, 2021 5 minutes
    Words Nick Chavasse

    DO YOU ONLY HAVE A WEEK TO SPARE?

    For those of us who are time poor but who want to seize the moment, either on our own boat or on a charter, it is reassuring to know that there are plenty of cruising hubs from where we can enjoy some of the best of the region in only a few days. This series, A Week Afloat, commissioned by Yachting Monthly and Imray, visits some ideal destinations and suggests a one-week itinerary. Each article, complete with expanded information about cruising each area, will be available as a PDF download via Imray’s website or Google Play Books.

    La Rochelle is a beautiful and historic walled city and is the largest and most famous centre for sailing on France’s Atlantic coast. With a wide range of yacht charters based here, you will be spoilt for choice and it makes a perfect start and finish point

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