The solo adventure of Chay Blyth, who sailed around the world non-stop against winds and currents. The first to open this maritime route, considered the most extreme.
Read MoreAfter a month of refitting our cruising sailboat, sailing trips are back in full swing...
YOUR ECCO CRUISE SCHOOL WILL BE PRESENT ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 IN NICE - WIN A DAY OF SAILING ON A CRUISE BOAT
A new sailboat for offshore and coastal cruising courses in the Mediterranean.
France committed to ocean preservation. In Nice, from June 9 to 13, 2025.
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'Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Villefranche-sur-Mer'... stunning hilltop villages on the French Riviera, highlighting their historical heritage, impressive landscapes, and a peaceful seaside atmosphere. Unique attractions and cultural experiences offered by these destinations.
Read MoreExplore the beauty and charm of this Mediterranean peninsula, famous for its picturesque landscapes, azure waters and luxury villas.
Read MoreThe Lérins Islands, a Mediterranean archipelago known for its pristine beaches, historic monasteries, the Iron Mask castle and unique biodiversity.
Read MoreThe Bay of Fréjus, Saint-Tropez and Cap Taillat offer an overview of magnificent landscapes, pristine beaches. Jewel of the Côte d Azur.
Read MoreL'Île du Levant, Port Cros and Porquerolles are known for their natural beauty and biodiversity. These islands offer breathtaking landscapes and unique experiences for visitors.
Read MoreChoose sailing for a one-way trip to Corsica from Toulon, Hyères, Fréjus, Cannes, or Nice. Whether you're on a private sailboat or by the cabin, discover Corsica with a landing in Calvi, then the Agriates Desert, Cap Corse, and the Scandola Nature Reserve.
Read MoreCruise guide
A guide to preparing your sailing cruise with ECCO Your ECCO-GUIDE
Observations guide
Graphic guide to recognize marine fauna... Whales, dolphins, ...
Whale Watching Guide
Guide to the rules of good conduct for observing cetaceans.
Seabird Guide
Guide to recognizing seabirds near our western Mediterranean coasts.
Watersports Guide
The sea is a privileged natural space where multiple leisure activities coexist: swimming, coastal cruising, surfing, windsurfing, jet skiing, diving, sailing dinghy, etc. This guide presents the basic rules to know to practice your activity safely and with respect for other users. Not to mention practical advice to ensure the preservation of this fragile natural space which offers so many fun and sporting opportunities!
MARINE ANIMALS - THE RIGHT ACTIONS TO ADOPT
Seals, cetaceans, seabirds... At sea or during your walks along the coast, you may encounter or observe marine animals. To avoid disturbing them, adopt the right actions!
The solo adventure of Chay Blyth, who sailed around the world non-stop against winds and currents. The first to open this maritime route, considered the most extreme.
Read More“A World of My Own” tells the story of Sir Robin Knox-Johnston’s solo circumnavigation of the world, filled with adventures, storms, and solitude.
Read MoreA travelogue in which Alain Gerbault recounts his solo round-the-world voyage aboard the sailboat Firecrest, describing his crossings of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, his stopovers, his encounters and his reflections as an adventurous sailor.
Read MoreA seminal work of maritime literature, in which Moitessier recounts his solo circumnavigation of the globe during the Golden Globe Race. Sailing across the oceans, he describes his profound connection to the sea, his philosophical reflections, and his legendary decision to continue his voyage rather than return to victory. An ode to freedom, simplicity, and the inner quest.
Read MoreA sober and captivating account in which Éric Tabarly reflects on his life as a sailor, his ocean races, the evolution of modern sailing, and his profound connection with the sea. Through personal and technical recollections, he shares the spirit of adventure, the discipline, and the passion that made him a legend of French sailing.
Read MoreIsabelle Autissier's "Only the Sea Will Remember" tells the tragic story of Peter March, an amateur sailor who competes in a solo round-the-world race in 1969. Inspired by true events, the novel explores the themes of loneliness, cheating, and madness at sea.
Read MoreTo write A Summer with Homer, Sylvain Tesson retreated to an island in the Cyclades, on the edge of the Aegean Sea, in the light, the foam and the wind. "We are the children of our landscape," wrote Lawrence Durrell.
Read More“Amers” by Saint-John Perse, a timeless poetic work.
Read MoreWRITERS AND THE SEA SPECIAL EDITION SAILS AND SAILBOATS AND READ MAGAZINE
Read MoreRESUMES NAVIGATION - PONTOS SHARPER THAN EVER
Pontos is back sharper than ever, ready to rack up the miles and take you further in complete safety. Private sailing cruises and cabin training courses resumed on February 14th. A month of refresher training for a program even more focused on progression, sharing, and adventure.
BEAUTIFUL AFTER SEASON
A great start to the "cabin internships" with Ankaa and Bellatrix
HEADING FOR THE BACK TO SCHOOL
"NICE CELEBRATES ITS BACK TO SCHOOL," ECCO will be there! Your ECCO cruise school will be present on September 13th in Nice's Saint-Jean d'Angely garden from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
POSITIVE PRE-SEASON REVIEW - NEW SAILBOAT FOR OFFSHORE CRUISING
DESTINATION CORSICA... With PONTOS, a KIRK AMEL to discover Corsica as a new destination for sailing cruises. Always departing from Toulon, Hyères, Fréjus, Cannes or Nice
ECCO OF THE WAVES - MARCH APRIL
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ECCO OF THE WAVES - JANUARY FEBRUARY
GOOD START FOR YOUR SAILING CRUISE SCHOOL CREATION OF "THE ECCO OF THE WAVES"