Roscoff to Île de Batz Ferry

The crossing takes about 15 minutes. It is a short passenger hop across the channel between Roscoff and the island of Batz.

No. The boats are passenger launches and do not carry cars, and the island is largely car-free. Visitors get around on foot or by bicycle. Bikes can be carried on the ferry for a small extra charge.

In peak summer (July and August) boats leave roughly every 30 minutes through the day. In spring, autumn and winter there is a reduced, fixed timetable, so it is best to check the day's departures before you travel.

Because of the very large tidal range. At high tide boats leave from Roscoff's harbour, but at low tide the harbour dries out, so passengers walk along the Estacade, a long pier that lets the launches reach deep water. Which point you use depends on the tide that day.

The crossing is shared by several local operators of small launches, including CFTM (Compagnie Finisterienne de Transports Maritimes), Armein and Armor Excursions, marketed together as the Vedettes de l'Ile de Batz. Tickets are generally interchangeable across the shared timetable.

Yes. The high frequency in season makes it ideal for a half-day or full-day visit. You can cross over, explore the beaches, lighthouse and gardens on foot or by bike, and return on a later launch the same day.

Ticket prices vary by operator, season and whether you bring a vehicle. Check the operator (Armor excursions, Compagnie Finistèrienne de Transports Maritimes and Compagnie Maritime de Transport de Fret) for current fares.

Sailing frequency on this route varies by season. Confirm current dates with the operator before travelling.

Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with Armor excursions, Compagnie Finistèrienne de Transports Maritimes and Compagnie Maritime de Transport de Fret, so declare your pet when booking.

Foot passengers can normally bring their own luggage aboard at no extra charge, with racks or a luggage area near the entrance, and there is usually no airline-style weight limit. Oversized or excess items may carry a fee, so check with the operator if you are travelling with bulky baggage.

The timetable on this page shows the latest published sailings for this route. Always confirm with the operator before travelling, as schedules change seasonally.