Brest Fishing
Sea Fishing Guide in Brest & Iroise
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Conditions and Advice
Preparing for Your Fishing Trip
Preparing for Your Fishing Trip
To make the most of your fishing trip in Brest Harbour or the Iroise Sea, here are a few recommendations to help you prepare before coming aboard. Safety, comfort and respect for the marine environment are at the heart of every trip.
Clothing and Personal Equipment
Even in summer, it can be chilly at sea! Bring warm clothing, a windproof or waterproof jacket, and closed-toe, non-slip shoes. Don't forget your sunglasses and sunscreen.
Please note that fishing can get messy! Fish and squid can produce splashes that may permanently stain your clothes. Choose clothing that you don't mind getting wet or dirty.
Clothing is not provided by Brest Fishing.
Food and Drinks
Meals, snacks and drinks are not provided by Brest Fishing.
For full-day fishing trips, remember to bring a packed lunch and enough water to stay hydrated.
For half-day trips, make sure you also bring something to drink and, if you wish, a small snack.
Meals can be eaten on board when sea and navigation conditions allow.
Seasickness
Even on a stable boat, anyone can experience seasickness!
If you're prone to seasickness or have any concerns, take precautions before boarding. Preventive treatments are available, so don't hesitate to ask your pharmacist for advice.
During the trip, please let me know as soon as you feel unwell so I can adapt the fishing conditions as best as possible
Safety on Board
Your safety is my priority. Wearing a life jacket, provided by Brest Fishing, is mandatory for all participants throughout the trip.
Before departure, I will give you a safety briefing covering the main safety instructions. Following these instructions is essential for the smooth running of the trip.
Children are welcome from the age of 6. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
For safety reasons, boarding may be refused to anyone who fails to follow these instructions or displays dangerous behaviour.
Responsible Fishing and Keeping Your Catch
At Brest Fishing, I promote responsible fishing and sustainable harvesting. Everyone is free to keep the fish they wish to eat, provided they comply with minimum sizes, catch limits and current fishing regulations.
I encourage you to keep only what you genuinely need and release other fish whenever possible.
Fish that are kept remain on board until we return to port. They are then shared among participants in accordance with the applicable regulations.
Fish are not gutted or cleaned on board. Remember to bring a cool box to transport your catch after the trip.
RecFishing — Mandatory Registration for Anglers Concerned
Since 2026, recreational anglers aged 16 and over who target certain regulated species must register free of charge on the RecFishing app before their trip and report any relevant catches on the same day.
These requirements are personal and are the responsibility of each individual angler.
The day before your trip, I will send you a text message reminding you of these obligations, along with a map showing the exact location of the boat at Moulin Blanc Harbour.
Please remember to complete your registration before coming aboard!
Personal Belongings
During the safety briefing, I will remind you of the precautions to take to avoid losing or damaging your personal belongings.
Phones, keys, sunglasses and cameras can easily fall overboard during a fishing trip.
There is a sheltered space in the cabin where you can store your belongings.
I recommend bringing only what you really need and putting fragile items away before departure.
Terms and Conditions of Sale
Article 1 — Introduction and Scope
These Terms and Conditions of Sale govern the recreational sea fishing instruction and guiding services provided by Brest Fishing, operated by Vincent Ottmann as a sole trader.
Business contact details:
Brest Fishing — Vincent Ottmann
5 cité de l'Argoat
29290 Milizac — France
SIRET: 818 840 423 00011
Telephone: +33 6 43 82 42 70
Email: vincent.ottmann@yahoo.fr
Fishing trips mainly depart from Moulin Blanc Harbour in Brest and take place in Brest Harbour and the Iroise Sea.
These Terms and Conditions are provided to customers before their booking is confirmed. Any confirmed booking implies acceptance of these terms, subject to applicable consumer protection laws.
Article 2 — Bookings and Payment
2.1. Booking
Fishing trips must be booked in advance and are subject to Brest Fishing's availability.
A single person may book one place. Brest Fishing will then endeavour to complete the group with other participants.
2.2. Minimum Number of Participants
Half-day and full-day fishing trips in Brest Harbour require a minimum of two participants.
Full-day fishing trips in the Iroise Sea require a minimum of four participants.
If the minimum number of participants is not reached, Brest Fishing may cancel the trip, informing the customers concerned no later than 24 hours before the scheduled departure.
Customers may then choose between rescheduling their trip to another available date or cancelling their booking entirely, free of charge.
2.3. Payment
No advance payment or deposit is required for standard bookings.
Full payment is made on the day of the trip, using one of the payment methods accepted by Brest Fishing.
Prices are expressed in euros, per participant. Brest Fishing operates under the French VAT exemption scheme for small businesses.
VAT not applicable, Article 293 B of the French General Tax Code.
Article 3 — Cancellations, Rescheduling and Early Termination of Trips
3.1. Cancellation by the Customer
Customers may cancel their booking free of charge. They are encouraged to inform Brest Fishing as soon as possible, ideally at least 48 hours before departure, by telephone, text message or email.
No financial penalty applies in the event of late cancellation or failure to attend the scheduled departure.
3.2. Cancellation by Brest Fishing
Brest Fishing may cancel a trip if weather conditions, sea conditions, an unforeseen event or safety requirements prevent it from taking place as planned.
Customers will be informed as soon as possible and may freely choose between rescheduling to an available date or cancelling their booking entirely, free of charge.
Any amount paid in advance will be refunded in the event of a definitive cancellation, in accordance with applicable rules.
3.3. Changes to Bookings
Any request to change the date of a booking will be considered subject to availability. Rescheduling is only confirmed once both the customer and Brest Fishing have agreed.
3.4. Early Termination of a Trip
If a trip must be ended early at the initiative of Brest Fishing, particularly for weather-related or safety reasons, a price reduction will be granted to reflect the part of the service that could not be provided.
In principle, this reduction is calculated in proportion to the remaining duration of the trip, taking into account the service actually provided and the circumstances of the interruption.
Fuel costs do not automatically give rise to a fixed deduction.
Rescheduling or a credit note may also be offered, but the customer is under no obligation to accept either option.
Customers' statutory rights remain fully applicable.
Article 4 — Gift Vouchers
4.1. Validity and Beneficiaries
Brest Fishing gift vouchers are valid for 18 months from their date of issue. The expiry date is indicated on each voucher.
Gift vouchers are not issued in a specific person's name and may be transferred to another person, provided the participation conditions are met.
4.2. Booking and Use
Using a gift voucher requires advance booking, subject to availability and the required minimum number of participants.
A booking confirmed before the voucher's expiry date remains valid even if the fishing trip takes place after that date.
4.3. Changing the Service
The beneficiary may request to use their voucher for a different service.
If the new service costs more than the voucher's value, the beneficiary must pay the difference.
If the new service costs less, the use of the remaining balance will be considered on a case-by-case basis and requires the beneficiary's agreement. Without such agreement, the voucher remains valid for its original service.
4.4. Expiry and Exceptional Extensions
An expired gift voucher is normally no longer accepted.
However, if the beneficiary experiences exceptional circumstances, such as an injury, illness or serious inability to attend, Brest Fishing may consider a request for an extension on a case-by-case basis.
Any extension granted will be confirmed in writing, specifying the new expiry date.
4.5. Cancellation by Brest Fishing
If a booked trip is cancelled by Brest Fishing, particularly because of weather conditions, safety concerns or insufficient participants, the beneficiary may reschedule without losing the value of their gift voucher.
The voucher's validity will be extended if necessary to allow the trip to take place.
4.6. Refunds
Gift vouchers are not refundable solely at the request of their holder, except where otherwise required by law, particularly when a statutory right of withdrawal applies or in the event of failure to provide the service.
All statutory consumer rights remain fully applicable.
Article 5 — Participation Requirements and Safety on Board
5.1. Participation of Minors
Fishing trips are open to children aged 6 and over.
Minors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult throughout the trip.
Minors aged 16 or 17 may participate without an accompanying adult, provided they have written authorisation from their legal guardian.
5.2. Physical Fitness and Accessibility
Fishing trips are open to all participants, including people with disabilities or reduced mobility.
Each participant confirms that they are able to take part in the activity and agrees to confidentially inform Brest Fishing of any difficulties or special precautions that may affect their safety.
A medical certificate is not systematically required.
Where necessary, boarding arrangements and possible adaptations will be assessed together with the participant, taking into account their abilities, the boat and the navigation conditions.
5.3. Safety Equipment and Instructions
Brest Fishing provides all necessary safety equipment for the trip.
Wearing a life jacket is mandatory for all participants, regardless of age, throughout the activity.
All participants must follow the instructions given by the professional fishing guide.
5.4. Behaviour Incompatible with Safety
Brest Fishing may refuse boarding to anyone who is visibly intoxicated, shows signs of impairment due to drug use, behaves dangerously or refuses to follow essential safety instructions.
The consumption of alcohol and drugs is prohibited on board.
In the event of dangerous behaviour during the trip, the fishing guide may interrupt the activity and arrange an early return to port if required for safety reasons.
Any financial consequences arising from a participant's exclusion will be assessed according to the circumstances and applicable legal provisions.
These conditions do not limit Brest Fishing's professional safety obligations.
Article 6 — Fishing equipment and personal effects
6.1. Equipment provided
Brest Fishing provides participants with the fishing equipment necessary for the performance of the service, including rods, reels, lures and accessories adapted to the techniques used.
Each participant agrees to use this equipment in accordance with the advice and instructions of the instructor-guide.
6.2. Wear and tear, breakage and deterioration
Normal wear and tear and accidental breakages occurring when used in accordance with instructions are covered by Brest Fishing.
Small consumables, including lures, lines and hooks, are not subject to any additional charges when used or lost in the normal course of business.
In the event of loss or damage to valuable equipment, including a rod or reel, resulting from clearly inappropriate use or failure to comply with instructions, compensation corresponding to the actual damage suffered may be claimed from the responsible participant.
The potential amount takes into account the condition, age and cost of repair or replacement of the equipment.
6.3. Personal effects
Participants are advised to take the necessary precautions to protect their phones, keys, glasses, cameras and other personal belongings.
During the briefing, Brest Fishing reminds passengers of the risks of loss or damage and offers a space in the cabin to store fragile items safely.
Losses or damages resulting exclusively from the participant's carelessness or failure to comply with instructions cannot be attributed to Brest Fishing.
This provision does not limit the liability of Brest Fishing when damage results from a fault or a breach of its professional obligations.
Article 7 — Catches and Compliance with Fishing Regulations
7.1. Fishing Regulations
Fishing trips organised by Brest Fishing are subject to the recreational sea fishing regulations in force.
Participants must comply with minimum catch sizes, quotas, fishing seasons, species-specific restrictions and any applicable catch marking and reporting requirements.
The sale of fish caught through recreational fishing is strictly prohibited.
7.2. Responsible Fishing
Brest Fishing encourages responsible fishing and sustainable harvesting.
Participants are encouraged to keep only the fish they intend to eat and to release other catches whenever possible and permitted.
Brest Fishing does not impose any additional catch quota beyond the applicable legal limits.
7.3. Storage and Sharing of Catches
Fish legally kept are stored on board until the return to port and then shared among participants in accordance with applicable regulations, including any individual catch limits.
Brest Fishing does not gut, scale, clean or prepare fish.
Participants must bring a cool box or suitable container to transport their catches after disembarking.
7.4. RecFishing Requirements
Each participant concerned must comply with the advance registration and catch reporting requirements set out in the applicable regulations, particularly through the RecFishing application.
Brest Fishing reminds participants of these obligations in the information text message sent before the trip.
Unless otherwise agreed, these individual procedures remain the responsibility of each angler. Brest Fishing cannot be held responsible for a failure attributable solely to a participant, without prejudice to its own legal and professional obligations.
7.5. No Guarantee of Catch
Fishing depends on natural conditions and fish behaviour.
Brest Fishing does not guarantee that fish will be caught or that any particular number of fish will be caught.
The absence of a catch does not, in itself, entitle participants to a refund.
Article 8 — Meals, Clothing and Personal Equipment
8.1. Food and Drinks
Meals, snacks and drinks are not provided by Brest Fishing.
Each participant must bring their own food and sufficient non-alcoholic drinks for the duration of the trip.
For full-day trips, meals may be eaten on board when navigation and safety conditions allow.
8.2. Clothing
Each participant must wear clothing suitable for the season, weather conditions and sea fishing activities.
Warm clothing, a waterproof or windproof jacket and closed-toe, non-slip shoes are particularly recommended.
Clothing and personal equipment are not provided by Brest Fishing, except for the safety equipment made available to participants.
8.3. Risk of Stains and Dirt
Sea fishing is an outdoor activity that can result in significant staining or soiling.
Handling fish, bait and cephalopods, particularly cuttlefish and squid, may cause splashes of mucus, blood, waste or ink that can permanently stain clothing.
Participants are therefore advised to wear clothes that they do not mind getting wet or dirty.
Stains resulting solely from the normal conditions of the activity do not, in themselves, entitle participants to compensation from Brest Fishing.
This provision does not limit Brest Fishing's liability where damage results from its own fault or failure to fulfil its professional obligations.
Article 9 — Photography and Image Rights
9.1. Taking Photographs
During fishing trips, Brest Fishing may offer to take photographs of participants.
Photographs of identifiable individuals will only be taken with their prior consent. If consent is refused, no photographs of the person concerned will be taken.
Refusing to be photographed has no effect on participation in the fishing trip.
9.2. Publication of Photographs
Publishing a photograph that identifies a participant on Brest Fishing's website or social media accounts requires prior, specific and documented authorisation.
This authorisation specifies where the photographs may be published, the purposes of publication and how long they may be used.
Consent to being photographed does not automatically constitute permission to publish the photographs.
9.3. Photographs of Minors
Publishing photographs that identify a minor requires appropriate written authorisation from those holding parental responsibility.
9.4. Withdrawal of Consent
Anyone may request that the use of their image based on consent be stopped by contacting Brest Fishing at vincent.ottmann@yahoo.fr.
Brest Fishing will then take the necessary steps regarding the platforms and materials under its control, in accordance with applicable regulations.
Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions does not constitute authorisation to use a participant's image.
Article 10 — Complaints and Consumer Mediation
10.1. Complaints
If a customer experiences any difficulty relating to a service, they are encouraged to contact Brest Fishing to seek an amicable solution.
Complaints may be submitted in writing to:
Brest Fishing — Vincent Ottmann
5 cité de l'Argoat
29290 Milizac — France
Email: vincent.ottmann@yahoo.fr
10.2. Consumer Mediation
In accordance with Articles L612-1 and subsequent provisions of the French Consumer Code, consumers may refer a dispute free of charge to a consumer mediator if it has not been resolved directly with Brest Fishing following a prior written complaint.
Competent consumer mediator: contact details and website to be completed once Brest Fishing has formally joined an approved consumer mediation scheme.
Consumer mediation is optional for the customer and does not prevent them from bringing the matter before the competent courts.
Article 11 — Right of Withdrawal
11.1. Fishing Trips Booked for a Specific Date
In accordance with Article L221-28, paragraph 12, of the French Consumer Code, the statutory right of withdrawal does not apply to leisure activities scheduled to take place on a specific date or during a specified period.
Fishing trips booked with Brest Fishing for a specific date fall within this exception, provided the applicable legal conditions are met.
However, Brest Fishing allows customers to cancel their bookings free of charge, in accordance with Article 3 of these Terms and Conditions.
11.2. Gift Vouchers Without a Specific Trip Date
For gift vouchers purchased remotely without a fixed fishing trip date, consumers are generally entitled to a statutory 14-day withdrawal period from the date the contract is concluded.
This right may be exercised without providing any reason by sending a written declaration to:
Where the right of withdrawal applies and is exercised in accordance with the law, Brest Fishing will refund the amounts paid within the statutory period of 14 days from notification of withdrawal.
Any exceptions and specific conditions provided for by applicable legislation remain in forc
Article 12 — Applicable Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms and Conditions of Sale are governed by French law, subject to any mandatory provisions that may apply to consumers residing in another country.
In the event of a dispute concerning the interpretation or performance of these Terms and Conditions, customers are encouraged to contact Brest Fishing to seek an amicable solution.
If no amicable solution can be reached, consumers may use the consumer mediation procedure referred to in Article 10.
In the event of legal proceedings, the competent courts shall be determined in accordance with applicable legal provisions.
Nothing in these Terms and Conditions shall deprive consumers of the rights and protections granted to them by applicable law.