The Pont-Aven is currently owned by Brittany Ferries and sails under the flag of France. It serves as a vital link between the UK and Spain, offering both freight and passenger services. The vessel can accommodate a large number of vehicles and passengers, providing a comfortable and efficient crossing across the Bay of Biscay.
The ferry features a range of amenities including restaurants, bars, and cabins for overnight journeys. Powered by a combination of diesel engines, the Port-Aven is designed for both comfort and efficiency, offering a high level of reliability on its cross-channel services.
Priority disembarkation is available only when booking 4-berth Commodore Cabin. To use this service, you will need to arrive at the port by the required check-in time. If you arrive late, priority disembarkation cannot be guaranteed.
Enjoy a refreshing swim or relax poolside on the top deck. The pool area is perfect for soaking up the sun, enjoying the sea breeze, and making the most of your time at sea.
The Commodore Lounge is an exclusive space reserved for suite passengers, offering a calm and comfortable environment to relax during your journey. Guests benefit from access to two side patio areas, providing fresh air and pleasant sea views. Designed for comfort and privacy, the lounge is ideal for unwinding in a refined setting away from the main passenger areas.
This quiet seating lounge offers 47 comfortable seats, providing a relaxing space for passengers travelling without a cabin.
The Commodore Lounge offers an exclusive retreat for suite guests, providing a calm and comfortable space to unwind during the crossing. Enjoy a more private atmosphere with access to two side patio areas, perfect for relaxing and taking in the fresh sea air.
Enjoy a relaxed dining experience at Le Flora, an elegant à la carte restaurant where you can watch the sea drift by and see the chefs at work in the open kitchen. Seasonal menus are crafted with regional ingredients, offering a true taste of the destinations served.
La Belle Angèle offers a relaxed self-service dining experience with a wide selection of dishes from around the world, alongside French favourites like minute steaks cooked to order. Enjoy a fresh salad buffet, tempting desserts and a range of drinks, including wines and beers. Dine within the restaurant or choose a seat in the adjoining lounge for even more space and great views.
Located centrally on board, the Information Desk is your go-to point for assistance throughout the journey. The staff can help with cabin enquiries, lost property, onboard facilities, and travel information about your arrival destination.
Enjoy Duty Free deals and browse the boutique for perfumes, magazines, books, souvenirs, and fine wines and spirits. Sample fragrances or taste the premium whiskies, gins, and spirits to find your perfect match. Just outside, the delicatessen offers fresh regional products, snacks, and drinks.
There’s a dedicated children’s area where younger travellers can play, explore, and burn off some energy in a fun, safe environment. With soft play features and plenty to keep little ones entertained, it’s the perfect spot for families to unwind together. Please ensure children are supervised by an adult at all times.
The games room provides a lively space for teens and older children to stay entertained throughout the journey, featuring popular video games, an air hockey table, and plenty of fun for friendly competition.
Le Grand Pavois is the ship’s main lounge bar, serving cocktails, beers, wines, and a variety of hot and cold drinks, along with light snacks. Spread across two levels connected by a sweeping staircase, it offers a real cruise-ship atmosphere. It’s also a hub for entertainment, with live performances and large screens showing major sports and news, perfect for unwinding at any time of day.
This elegant cocktail bar offers a relaxed setting to enjoy an aperitif or a post-dinner drink, with a live pianist adding to the warm and inviting atmosphere.
During the summer months and on busy sailings, relax at the pool and leisure area, where the Les Finistères bar serves a refreshing selection of wines, beers, and soft drinks.
Sit back, relax and enjoy a great selection of films in the onboard cinema room. Designed for comfort, it’s the perfect place to unwind with family-friendly favourites, new releases and much-loved classics. Whether you’re looking for entertainment on a long crossing or simply want to escape into a good movie, the cinema offers a cosy break during your journey. There are two onboard cinemas showing the latest films, including options for children. Tickets go on sale 15 minutes after departure at the Information Desk. Check the cinema listings for current films and pricing.
An Automated Teller Machine (ATM or Cash machine) is available on board this ship.
If you’re after something light, the Café du Festival offers sandwiches, cakes, pastries and a selection of hot and cold drinks. A spacious seating area with large screens makes it an inviting spot to relax, and its close proximity to the children’s play area is ideal for families.
Join the ORCA wildlife officers on the upper deck and discover the incredible marine life that lives along the sailing routes. Keep an eye out for whales, dolphins, porpoises and more as the team guides you through what to watch for. Many sailings also feature engaging ORCA talks in the main lounge, where you can learn even more about the wildlife around you. ORCA is dedicated to protecting whales and dolphins by identifying important habitats and working with charities, researchers, and the maritime industry to create safer seas for these remarkable animals.
Pick up quick refreshments from the vending machines, offering a handy selection of snacks and drinks whenever you need them.
Treat yourself to a moment of pure relaxation in the spa room, where a selection of rejuvenating treatments awaits. Unwind with soothing massages, refreshing facials, or pampering beauty therapies designed to leave you feeling revitalised for the journey ahead. It’s the perfect place to switch off, recharge, and enjoy a little indulgence at sea.
The outer deck offers open-air space for passengers to enjoy the journey outdoors.
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Please note: We have taken great care to ensure that our Pont-Aven guide is as accurate as possible. However, onboard facilities, services, and entertainment may vary depending on the date and time of year you travel. Some facilities may change without notice, and ferry companies reserve the right to operate vessels other than those specified at the time of booking without prior notification.
