Explore the French Riviera without a boating license. Understand the rules, discover your options, and set sail from Sainte-Maxime today.
In France, you can legally operate a boat without any license as long as the engine power does not exceed 6 horsepower (4.5 kW). This regulation applies to all French territorial waters, including the stunning coastline of the Côte d'Azur.
No-license boats are typically small, easy-to-handle vessels perfect for short coastal trips, swimming breaks in secluded coves, and leisurely exploration of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. No prior experience or certification is needed to rent one.
For anything above 6 HP, French law requires a permis plaisance (recreational boating license). This includes the option côtière for coastal navigation (up to 6 nautical miles from a shelter) and the extension hauturière for offshore sailing.
No license required. No minimum age with adult supervision. Safety equipment is mandatory on board.
A valid permis plaisance is required. Or book with a professional skipper and enjoy the ride license-free.
Our fleet consists of high-performance boats exceeding 6 HP, which means a license is required to operate them independently. But don't worry — our professional skipper service lets you enjoy every boat in our fleet without any license at all.
From sport cruisers to luxury yachts, our experienced skippers know every cove and anchorage in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. Sit back, relax, and let us handle the navigation.
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No problem. Book any of our premium boats with a professional skipper. Same experience, zero paperwork, and a captain who knows the coast like the back of his hand.
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