There is a semi submerged stone circle on Er Lannic, a small island in the Gulf of Morbihan, which it is possible to sea kayak close to it but not land on. It is now a bird reserve and so access is prohibited but it is possible to view it from the water. Located just to the south of Gavrinis, another island with one of the finest megalithic monuments in Europe situated on it, Er Lannic is protected to a certain extent by the ferocious tides which run in the vicinity. Just to the north east, of the island, the streams reach speeds in excess of 10 knots on spring tides and these are clearly a challenge to sea kayakers, whatever their ability.

The stone circle, which is about 5,000 years old, consists of about 60 stones and is 60 metres in diameter. Originally built on dry land it has become submerged due to rising sea levels.

Er Lannic viewed at low water and from the nearby island of Gavrinis

It is a great place to visit when paddling in southern Brittany but the ability to ferry glide is essential and the island is located close to an area of busy boat traffic so keep an eye open for other water users and remember that die to the speed of the tidal streams the other craft will approach must faster than anticipated.

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