Foreign health resorts off the coast of the Atlantic – vast sandy beaches, first-class hotels, lively nightlife, a storehouse of educational opportunities in the package of excursion programs. Let the waves slightly refresh, but the clear pine air, tranquility, the presence of any of the benefits of civilization, rich markets and shops, thalassotherapy centers outweigh any counterarguments. Choose from the list below which beach you can spend your best vacation on.
On the rocky western coast of France there is a place, that became the homeland of European surfing - Cote de Basque beach. Located a few kilometers from the Spanish border, the beach owes its name to the locals-basques, for whom this beach became one of the favorite.
Châtelaillon is a beach in the same-name town near La Rochelle, the administrative center on the coast of the Bay of Biscay. A characteristic feature is the wide high tide and low tide, which is why it is also called “runaway”. There are many tourists, who are attracted by the beautiful ocean, sailing regattas and music festivals, unsurpassed fish markets.
Ande (Plage d’Hendaye) territorially is the most south-west of France, the Basque Country. Nearby there is the Bay of Biscay, and the Spanish Iruna is a stoned throw away. Ande is separated from Spain by the Bidasoa River, as well as an island right in the middle of the river with the interesting name Pheasants. A popular place not only for the inhabitants of the province of Labour. This part of the Atlantic coastline was appreciated by many tourists from other countries.
Located in the western part of New Aquitaine in the Charente-Maritime department. The main beach of the large French resort Royan. In its outskirts, two large rivers flow into the sea - Dordon and Goronne, and, mixed with salt water, create ideal conditions for the production of mussels and oysters. Thanks to this, here are some of the best marine farms in the country, known around the world.
It is located in the southern part of Bretagne in Morbihan province. Damgan is a main city beach of the resort settlement of the same name and annually attracts a lot of tourists with soft white sand, endless sea spaces and scenic surroundings. Nearby, the full-flowing Penerf River flows around the village from the northwest and into the sea, forming an impressive bay of fantastic beauty.
It is located in the department of Morbihan in the immediate vicinity of the southern border of Bretagne. There is a resort village of Penestina in the vicinity of the beach, famous not only for its scenic golden cliffs surrounding the village from the sea, but also for its unique mine, where gold mining was active in the XIX century.
It is located in the southwest of Brittany in the department of Finister. It is one of the top five European surf beaches. The highest level international competitions are often held here, such as, for example, the French Cup or the European Championship. With its northern edge, La Torche (translated from French as "torch") rests against a spit protruding into the sea, on which the remains of ancient dolmens have survived till this days. It is not safe to be here during strong winds and seasonal storms, as the local police are watching closely.
One of the best beaches in the vicinity of Kemper is Le Sterr Penmarc’h, which is located near the fishing port of Kerity on the southern coast of Bretagne. This beach attracts the attention of surfers and lovers of sailing, because it provides all the conditions for riding on the waves.
Herlin Beach, in the south of Bell Ile, which is located south of Bretagne, is a real gem of northern France. The modest sandy area is located among green hills and gray rock formations bordering the saturated blue sea. Herlin is a great opportunity to be secluded in nature, where the atmosphere of Celtic tales regns.
Baie des Trépassés is a wide, wild beach on the southeast outskirts of Bretagne. Its name translates as "bay of the dead" due to the confusion in the original Breton toponyms (the word "avon", "river", is confused with "anaon" - "dead man"). Legends have it that ships with the bodies of dead Druids departed from here to be buried on the island of Sein - the last refuge of the Bretagne Druids.
Another majestic sandy coastline - Goulien Beach, is located on the Crozon Peninsula, a trident-shape area between Cap de la Chèvre and Pointe de Pen Hir. Goulien is one of the largest beaches of the peninsula, as well as one of the undeveloped. However, this does not mean that there is an atmosphere of solitude here: the size of the beach, as well as the natural beauty, attract many tourists every year.
Ris is a comfortable, clean beach in Ploare area. It offers a breathtaking panorama of the city of Douarnenez and Rosmeur Harbour. Fine sand creates comfortable conditions for vacation with children – there is a smooth entrance to the water and unlimited amount of "building material" for sand castles.
This wide sandy beach is a surfing paradise. Strong regular winds, high wave ridges, a small number of vacationers splashing around on the beach, also surfing schools right on its territory! There are all conditions for you to return from your vacation as a professional surfer.
The beach de Goaslagorn is one of the most visited resorts in Lannion, and is one of the most popular beaches in the area. Not only tourists like to rest here, but also locals who gather on the shore in the afternoon, have picnics and share news over a glass of good wine (often their own).
A real Mecca for surfers is glad to meet not only professionals, but also amateurs on its shore. If you are not a fan of the board and scallops of waves, you can swim and sunbathe on this sandy area, which is a continuation of the city's beach. It is a place for family vacation, and also for active sporting activities.