From one bank of the Odet river to the other
Opening hours
April 4 to July 5 2026
From 9.30 am to 6.30 pm
July 6 to August 30 2026
from 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
August 31 to September 27 2026
From 9.30 am to 6.30 pm
Departure from Bénodet at 0′ and 30′.
Departure from Sainte Marine at 15′ and 45′.
Description
Board the P’tit Bac to cross the Odet from right to left bank in just a few minutes. This colorful boat, which delights children and adds a touch of fun to your crossing, is accessible to strollers and bicycles.
Benodet
Walk along the ledge to the seafront or to the marina. Every Monday, the market enlivens the large Place du Meneyer.
The Little Train awaits you in front of the pier for a guided tour of the seaside resort. Fancy a more cultural visit? The Musée du Bord de Mer in Bénodet recalls the atmosphere of sea bathing and yachting on the banks of the Odet. For a moment of well-being, the Relais Thalasso de Bénodet offers a wide choice of treatments and a marine spa with seawater heated to 31°c.
Sainte-Marine
The local postcard, with its restaurant terraces, neo-Bretons houses, chapel and pontoons, offers a breathtaking view of the Odet estuary. The Pink House, formerly the Sailor’s Shelter, houses a museum retracing the history of this epic. The coastal path (GR34) takes you to the tip of Combrit, past the lighthouse and the fort built under Napoleon III. The Roscouré wood invites you to take a more shady stroll along the Odet. Every Wednesday, the Sainte Marine market sets up shop on the large Place Grafenhausen for a big unpacking.
Useful information
Stroller recommended
The stroller will come in handy when you're out and about. The crew will ask you to fold it on board.
Hikers
This maritime link is ideal for hikers following the GR34.
Loyalty card
The loyalty card offers a 20% discount, 32 € for 20 crossings instead of 40 €. On sale on board the Ptit Bac, it can be used on the Benodet-Sainte Marine and Loctudy-Ile Tudy routes, for passengers and bicycles. It is not nominative.
Inaccessible wheelchair
This service is not accessible to people with reduced mobility. We apologise for this inconvenience and thanks for your understanding.
Bike
Classic and electric bicycles are accepted on board the P’tits Bacs. Accessories and equipment considered oversized may also be accepted, subject to the captain’s approval and a surcharge. Oversized items include: trailers, child bike attachments, cargo bikes, tandems, large panniers, bicycle trailers, luggage strollers, and transport trolleys. This list is for guidance only and is not exhaustive.
FAQs
No, you don’t have to make a reservation. Tickets are on sale directly from the boat. Please note that there is no ticket office in Sainte Marine. Save time by using contactless payment with your bank card.
The loyalty card offers a 20% discount, either 32€ instead of 40€ for 20 passages. It is not nominative and has no time limit. You can use it on the 2 P’tit Bac: Bénodet-Sainte Marine and Loctudy-Ile Tudy.
Dogs are welcome free of charge on P’tit Bac.
Bicycle accessories are accepted subject to certain conditions.
Whether they can be taken on board depends on their size and the number of passengers on board, and is subject to the crew’s approval on the day of the crossing.
The following are considered bulky accessories: bicycle trailers, cargo bikes, tandems, child bike seats, panniers, luggage trolleys or transport trolleys, as well as any bulky equipment belonging to passengers.
To facilitate boarding and optimise storage on board, pushchairs and trolleys must be folded before boarding the vessel. Accessories attached to the main bicycle must also be removed.
Guest reviews
A smooth journey, with a friendly crew. Avoid the Odet Bridge if you’re cycling.
Very nice little ferry, very friendly and pleasant staff.
Regular, top-notch service!
