Port Vauban
Antibes, France · Mediterranean
43.588° N, 7.128° E
Overview
Port Vauban is the centre of gravity for yacht crew in the Mediterranean. The Quai des Milliardaires takes the largest boats along the far side of the harbour, and the surrounding streets hold more crew houses, agencies and chandlers than anywhere else on the coast.
Season
Busiest from April, when boats come out of winter refit, through to the end of the Mediterranean season in late September. Spring is the strongest stretch for finding work.
Dockwalking here
The classic dockwalk. Start early — crew are on deck from around 07:00 and busy by mid-morning. Work the main quays on foot, hand your CV to whoever is on passerelle duty, and accept that the answer is usually no. Do not board unless invited, and do not photograph boats.
Facilities
Chandlers, laundries, uniform suppliers and crew agencies within walking distance of the port. Provisioning is straightforward and the old town is immediately behind the quay. Fuel is available in the harbour.