Rejoignez le Yacht Club Mer du Nord à Dunkerque : activités nautiques, croisières, pêche, motonautisme et vie associative. Adhérez en ligne dès aujourd’hui. Become a member of the North Sea Yacht Club Joining the North Sea Yacht Club means becoming part of a recognized maritime community on the Dunkirk coastline. Located in the heart of the Le Vieux Cormoran marina, the club welcomes enthusiasts wishing to practice sailing, cruising, sea fishing or motor boating, in a structured and friendly association setting. Membership provides access to all nautical activities, club events, and a support network that has been in place for over sixty years. Why become a member? The YCMN is a long-standing player in regional boating. Its strategic location, in the immediate vicinity of the city centre and port facilities, facilitates regular sailing in the North Sea. A structured associative environment. The club brings together experienced sailors, dedicated volunteers, active crews, and new members eager to discover recreational boating. This collective commitment strengthens safety, integration, and the sharing of skills—the founding values of the Yacht Club. A variety of accessible activities. Whether you are a beginner, boat owner or simply a curious enthusiast, the activities are designed to allow you to progress and enjoy the advantages of the Dunkirk coastline. Activities accessible to members The YCMN offers a full range of nautical activities, open to all levels. Sea excursions allow you to discover sailing along the Opal Coast, enjoy coastal cruising, or join an existing crew. Sea fishing and motorboating are supervised by experienced members, ensuring safety and adherence to navigation rules. Those who enjoy competitive sailing benefit from an annual calendar of regattas, training sessions, and interclub events. Club life also extends to land-based activities: friendly gatherings, community events, contributions to the YCMN Gazette, and regular get-togethers. Each member will find an activity to suit their interests. Benefits of membership Integration into a recognized nautical club in Dunkirk; Priority access to activities: sailing, cruising, fishing, motor boating; Participation in events, outings, regattas and activities; Mutual support between members and guidance for beginners; Regular updates via the YCMN Gazette and club news; Easy access to the marina and its services; Specific rates for access to the Vieux Cormoran marina. Membership form The form collects the information needed to organize your welcome, understand your nautical practice and guide you towards suitable activities. The YCMN team will get in touch to finalize membership, present activities, clarify terms and conditions and answer your questions. See you soon! Prénom Nom Téléphone E-mail Quelle pratique vous attire ? * Required Régate Croisière Pêche Motonautisme Classique Etes-vous propriétaire de votre bateau ? * Oui Non Quel est le modèle de votre bateau ? Vos remarques / commentaires Envoyer Merci pour votre envoi ! Frequently Asked Questions Can I become a member without owning a boat? Yes. Many members sail in crews or participate in club activities without being owners. Are beginners welcome? Yes. The club supports each member according to their level and objectives. What does membership grant access to? To nautical activities, events, regattas, cruises, and to the associative life of the YCMN. To learn more Fishing and motorboating More information Regattas and nautical competitions More information What is there to do around the marina? More information Club activities and events More information Contact and practical information North Sea Yacht Club Quai des Monitors, 59140 Dunkirk 📞 +33 3 28 66 79 90 📧 secretariat@ycmn.com

Régates du YCMN à Dunkerque : entraînements, compétitions, voile habitable, calendrier sportif et participation des équipages associatifs. Sailing and regattas - YCMN Dunkirk With its Sailing section, the North Sea Yacht Club is bringing excitement to the coastline! Between outings in habitable sailing boats and regattas open to all, from beginners to old sea dogs, the club brings a sporting wind where technical challenges, mutual support on deck and good humor on the water come together. Affiliated with the French Sailing Federation, the YCMN participates in major local nautical events and sails hand in hand with neighboring clubs on the Dunkirk coast. Results, announcements, juicy news: everything can be found all year round in the news section of the site and in the YCMN Gazette, to stay in touch with the life of the club. Find the program here The sailing section is the ideal playground for anyone who wants to sail, improve their skills, and have fun. It is based on: regular outings in habitable sailing boats, to get out to sea as soon as possible; local and interclub regattas, to test one's sense of the wind... and team spirit; the guidance of experienced sailors, always ready to share their tips; a gentle learning of the positions on board: helm, sheets, maneuvers… everyone finds their place and enjoys it. Thanks to this dynamic, everyone improves their skills, and the sporting atmosphere remains as active as the wind on the Dunkirk harbor! Sailing for all A sports calendar adapted to the seasons Regattas and training sessions are scheduled according to weather conditions and the coastal sports calendar. Specific dates are published in the News section and the Gazette. A typical associative scheme includes: spring : training for cruising sailboats and first technical sailing sessions; early summer : local coastal regattas and meetings between clubs on the Opal Coast; summer : advanced training outings and navigation in the bay; End of season : friendly regatta and interclub gathering. Note: Official dates are communicated exclusively in the site's news section. How does a regatta at the YCMN unfold? Each competition follows a clear organization. adapted to the varying levels of participants: P Briefing Course overview, weather, rules and safety. Preparation of the boat Sails, equipment, VHF communication. D É P A R T Departure According to local racing instructions. Coastal route or in the bay Suitable for North Sea conditions. Return to port Storage equipment. Debriefing A convivial moment at the club. This system ensures a safe and educational environment. conducive to the progress of all. Crews and sailboats involved Crews are formed according to availability and skill levels. The YCMN encourages: cooperation between team members, supervised learning of maneuvers, compliance with FFVoile rules, the use of sailboats adapted for coastal navigation. Conditions of participation To take part in the regattas organized by the YCMN Membership required at the club. Required level All levels accepted; support provided by experienced members. Security Respect for the rules FFVoile, compliant equipment and wearing of life jacket. Equipment Appropriate attire under the conditions of the North Sea. Registration Through the secretariat or the sailing coordinators. Management ensured by the volunteer skippers of the club. Become a member The regattas mainly take place: in Dunkirk Bay, between Dunkirk, Malo-les-Bains and Leffrinckoucke, during interclub meetings on the Opal Coast (Gravelines, Calais). Points to be aware of: Weather : systematic analysis before each outing. North Sea : conditions changing rapidly. Currents : to be taken into account in coastal routes. Communication : VHF and instructions from the race committee. Navigation zones and conditions Contact the Sailing and Regattas section North Sea Yacht Club Quai des Monitors, 59140 Dunkirk Head of section: Jacques DERUDDER 📞 +33 6 24 04 15 36 📧 walkiries@orange.fr

Le plan de la marina le Vieux Cormoran - YCMN Dunkerque OLD CORMORAN MARINA MAP

Escale à Dunkerque : accueil plaisanciers, pontons visiteurs, Pass-Ports Escales et services du Yacht Club de la Mer du Nord à la marina le Vieux Cormoran Stopover in Dunkirk Welcome to the Yacht Club de la Mer du Nord and its marina, Le Vieux Cormoran Contact us Managed by the North Sea Yacht Club, the Le Vieux Cormoran marina is an ideally located marina in Dunkirk. It offers a pleasant welcome for boaters, floating pontoons , a visitor pontoon accessible all year round and direct access to the city centre. This marina provides a convenient stopover in Dunkirk , while offering a safe environment close to urban amenities. Thanks to its central location and the Pass-Ports Escales program , the marina represents a preferred solution for visitor mooring in Dunkirk. Fishing regulations 2026: the rules As every year, the regulations change. Here is an information point on the main rules applicable in 2026 in the North Sea and the English Channel. Learn more YCMN "Motor and Sailing" Academy This academy offers a true initiatory journey for each of the two complementary YCMN sectors: cruising sailing and recreational sea fishing. Learn more The Bazennes at the bar Want to win the title of "Bazenne of the Year 2026"? So, dear sailors, prepare your oilskins for the 7th edition of the event. Learn more Infrastructure & accommodation capacity Le Vieux Cormoran marina provides floating pontoons to accommodate pleasure boats. It has a year-round accessible visitor pontoon and secure port access: Arrivals are managed via the Arabel-Marina system. Towards Arabel-Marina 250 Rings (annual subscription). 30 Visitor spaces available for stopovers. Comfort & services for boaters Visitors benefit from a variety of services for a comfortable stay. These services enhance the marina's appeal as a comfortable stopover for boaters, while maintaining a high-quality hospitality approach. On-site services Comfort Clubhouse, library. Sanitary facilities Sanitary facilities, showers and basic facilities are maintained. Services Water, electricity and Wi-Fi. Visitors benefit from a variety of services for a comfortable stay. These services enhance the marina's appeal as a comfortable stopover for boaters, while maintaining a high-quality hospitality approach. Workshop - tools Mechanical workshop / small construction site via a partner (ship chandler & sailmaker nearby). Shops Easy access to shops, supermarkets, bakeries, bars, restaurants. Transportation Free public transport within a 5-minute walk. The Yacht Table Restaurant Located in the heart of the Le Vieux Cormoran marina, the La Table du Yacht restaurant welcomes boaters, visitors and members of the North Sea Yacht Club in a privileged setting. Its direct view of the port, its home-style cooking and its friendly atmosphere make it an unmissable address for lunch, dinner or sharing a drink by the water. Learn more Visitor Fares & Port Passes The marina applies visitor rates for visitor pontoons (price/day per meter: €2.89 max; €1.97 min, excluding tourist tax). The YCMN participates in the Pass-Ports Escales program: holders of an annual pass (monohull or multihull) can benefit from free nights in partner ports. Upon arrival, the boater must present themselves to confirm the stopover and benefit from the advantages (free of charge under certain conditions). Learn more Access and navigation Maritime access to the Le Vieux Cormoran marina is via the harbor entrance channel, then through the Southeast channel. The YCMN basin is located to starboard, at the back of the harbor. The visitor pontoon welcomes boats all year round, offering welcome shelter, especially in West to Southwest winds. To prepare your navigation, consult the "Find us" page via the link below. Find us What to do in the surrounding area during your stopover? Le Vieux Cormoran marina is ideally located, about a 10-minute walk from Dunkirk city centre. Perfect for exploring on foot the first city mentioned in the history of Flanders, while enjoying a comfortable and conveniently located mooring. Learn more Reaching the town centre: shops, local market (Wednesday & Saturday), supermarket, restaurants and bars. Visit the local heritage: port museum, iconic city boat, belfry, Saint-Éloi church, historic centre. Enjoy the nearby Malo-les-Bains beach, the recently renovated seawall, restaurants, ice cream parlors and the seaside atmosphere. Book your stopover To reserve a visitor berth in Dunkirk or to prepare for your arrival: Telephone: +33 3 28 66 79 90 Email address: secretariat@ycmn.com Via the Arabel-Marina system: if you arrive outside opening hours, scan the QR code on the entrance gate to pay for your stopover. You will receive a QR code allowing 24/7 access. You can also use the contact form via the link below. Contact us

Informations météo et marées autour du YCMN et de sa marina le Vieux Coromoran - Dunkerque WEATHER AND TIDES Here are the forecasts for Dunkirk Tide times - Dunkirk

Que faire autour de la marina le Vieux Cormoran et du Yacht club de la mer du Nord - YCMN Dunkerque IN THE SURROUNDING AREA Shops, markets, strolling in Dunkirk Restaurant La Table du Yacht Cultural activities: our selection! Dunkirk Tourist Office

Tarifs de la Marina Le Vieux Cormoran : nuitées visiteurs, abonnements annuels, services inclus, Pass-Ports Escales et conditions d’amarrage à Dunkerque. RATES AND SERVICES Marina Le Vieux Cormoran in Dunkirk Located in the heart of Dunkirk's marina, the Le Vieux Cormoran marina welcomes boaters all year round. Managed by the North Sea Yacht Club, it offers a secure environment, complete infrastructure and direct access to the city centre. Visitors and year-round residents alike benefit from a professional welcome, essential services (water, electricity, wifi, sanitary facilities) and immediate proximity to shops, restaurants and urban transport. Visitor rates including VAT (overnight stay) Calculation method : boat length (in linear meters) × price per meter × number of nights. Seasons: High season: from 01/05 to 30/09 – €2.89 / m / night Low season: from October 1st to April 30th – €1.97 / m / night Long stay discount: -30% applied to the accommodation portion for any stay of 7 nights or more. Tourist tax: €0.22 / night / visitor over 18 years old (not discounted). In the case of a stay spanning two seasons , the calculation is done night by night according to the applicable rate. Annual rates - 2026 (VAT included) Our rates are calculated per square meter actually occupied. Prices do not include electricity service from November 1st to April 30th, which is charged at €0.25/kWh including VAT. €300 discount for YCMN members 30% discount on the mooring contract for skippers under 30 years old Payment in installments possible (conditions available at reception) Technical area rates - 2026 (VAT included) Calculation basis: €3.10/m²/month Example for one year of storage for an 8m x 3m boat: €892.80 Various services (prices include VAT) Electricity service: €0.25/kWh, during the winter months Washing machine: €6 Tumble dryer token: €3 Marina staff availability, per hour and per agent: €50 Download the rates Included services and options The Vieux Cormoran marina offers a range of services included in the basic price. Freshwater at the pontoons Electricity (charged from 01/11 to 31/03) Wi-Fi free P Renovated restrooms and showers Black water disposal and grey (in progress) Secure access 24 hours a day P Proximity to city center Bus free Several services and options are also available on request / quote. P Trailer or vehicle parking Wintering on land Cleaning or fairing Minor maintenance (external partner) Mooring conditions Possible durations: night, week, month or year Draft: approx. 2.50 m (local average data) Mandatory boat insurance Pontoons suitable for all types of pleasure boats Mooring in catways 24/7 access via secure badge Discounts & Port Passes Le Vieux Cormoran marina is a partner in the Pass-Ports Escales scheme. Advantages of the Pass-Ports Escales: It allows each boater on a stopover: to benefit from 1 to 2 free nights depending on the port, to access an extensive network of over 100 ports in France and Europe, to benefit from an easier welcome thanks to immediate recognition of membership. Learn more Reserve a seat Port Office – North Sea Yacht Club Monitors' Wharf 59140 Dunkirk Welcome : +33 3 28 66 79 90 secretariat@ycmn.com Reservations possible: by telephone by email via the online form Contact us Useful links Water sports of the YCMN More information Become a member of the YCMN More information Passports Stopovers More information Restaurant The Yacht Table More information

Cette académie propose un véritable parcours initiatique pour chacune des deux filières complémentaires du YCMN : la voile de croisière et la pêche récréative en mer. The YCMN "Motor and Sail" Academy: transmitting knowledge, training, and sailing together Present on the Dunkirk coast since 1958, the North Sea Yacht Club (YCMN) has become a major player in local and national maritime life. This ideal location allows its members to observe the evolution of recreational boating. Among the observations made, two particularly caught the attention of the YCMN officials: the aging of boat owners and the growing need for training, both for the youngest members of the club and for novices wishing to be able to go to sea autonomously and safely. Transmitting knowledge This situation prompted the North Sea Yacht Club to create the YCMN "motor and sailing" Academy, a structuring and unifying project. This academy offers a true initiatory journey for each of the two complementary YCMN sectors: cruising sailing and recreational sea fishing. Each course is organized by progressive skill levels and is based on an individual progress booklet allowing validation of acquired skills, up to complete autonomy. The workshops offered will be led by the club's most experienced skippers. For the implementation of these training courses, the Academy has just acquired two dedicated boats: a habitable sailboat of less than 10 meters and a fully equipped fishing-pleasure boat. These units, veritable educational platforms, will be used for initial and advanced training, but also for club outings or solidarity and event-based actions carried out by the YCMN. During the summer period, the two ships will also be available for charter by Academy members who meet the necessary prerequisites. Renewing the generations of boaters A new and major project that reinforces the momentum of the North Sea Yacht Club, resolutely focused on sharing, transmitting and promoting maritime knowledge. It is also an opportunity to renew the generations of boaters, attract new members and strengthen the intergenerational link that makes the club so rich. By structuring the transmission of knowledge and promoting accessible, responsible and safe practice, the YCMN affirms more than ever its role as a transmitter of maritime culture, faithful to the spirit of Jean Bart and open to the future. Contact the YCMN "Motor and Sailing" Academy North Sea Yacht Club Quai des Monitors, 59140 Dunkirk 📞 +33 3 28 66 79 90 📧 secretariat@ycmn.com

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Pêche en mer et motonautisme au YCMN : sorties encadrées, sécurité, zones de navigation et vie associative à la marina Le Vieux Cormoran de Dunkerque. Fishing and motorboating in Dunkirk YCMN Activities The North Sea Yacht Club is a haven for sea lovers! From the Le Vieux Cormoran marina, our members regularly set out to fish or rev their engines along the Opal Coast. Here, we navigate in a friendly, passionate atmosphere, always ready to share tips and experience. Outings are scheduled according to the weather and the club's calendar, with support provided by the experts from the engine section. By joining the adventure, you will enjoy direct access to the marina, local information as fresh as a sea breeze, and an ideal meeting place for sailors to exchange ideas. Find our activities here Sea fishing at the YCMN Sea fishing is a traditional activity of the club. Members mainly practice coastal fishing from motorboats, favouring areas near Dunkirk and suitable for the tides. On the agenda: Coastal excursions depending on the season and tide times Navigation in small groups to enhance safety Sharing information on active areas, local conditions and regulations Support based on the collective experience of the members. Safety and regulations Fishermen are required to comply with the rules in force: compliant safety equipment, consultation of marine weather forecasts, knowledge of authorized areas and respect for quotas. The fishing section regularly reminds members of these guidelines during association meetings. Powerboating at the YCMN The YCMN motor section is the crew of motorboat enthusiasts, those who love to cruise the North Sea and share outings that are as friendly as they are memorable, always departing from the marina. The missions of the engine section Sailing together, because it's always more fun in a group. Sharing tips, advice and good habits among sailors. Looking out for everyone, for top-notch safety on every outing. Promoting responsible navigation, worthy of the Opal Coast that we love so much. A serene and accessible navigation environment Outings are scheduled according to the weather and the club's schedule. Newcomers are welcomed gently and gradually join the sailing groups, accompanied by experienced members always ready to help… and to pass on their passion. Navigation areas and recommendations Members typically evolve: along the Opal Coast, towards Gravelines, around Dunkirk (channel and authorized areas), and sometimes towards Belgium depending on the conditions. Essential recommendations Weather report Check local forecasts before heading out. Tides check opening hours and coefficients Currents Anticipate the currents of the North Sea, which are sometimes strong. Material check the mandatory safety equipment Communication inform a designated member of the navigation program Z one de pêche Environment respect fishing areas and local regulations The North Sea requires constant vigilance: conditions can change rapidly. Community life and organization of activities The YCMN offers an annual calendar including: engine outputs fishing trips meetings between practitioners, information meetings, regular publications in the club's news section. These moments strengthen cohesion and facilitate the sharing of experience between members. Conditions of participation Membership Required for regular participation. Required level All levels welcome, support provided by members. Security Compliant equipment and adherence to navigation instructions. Registration Via the secretariat or the "Become a member" page. Rules Compliance with maritime regulations and internal club rules. The activities are open to all club members, beginners or experienced. Access principles: Become a member Contact the Fishing & Motor section North Sea Yacht Club Quai des Monitors, 59140 Dunkirk Section Head: Stéphane Ammeloot 📞 +33 7 81 78 53 00 📧 stephane.ammeloot@free.fr

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