Grande Plage de Damgan beach
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.
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Beach description
The white beachline is about four kilometers long, covered with soft white sand and stretches along the entire village. During low tide, pitfalls are exposed, with crabs, shellfish and other marine life abundent. They are ecstatically collected by tourists and locals, often forgetting about safety. At such moments you have to be especially careful, because the water arrives unexpectedly and very quickly, which is a threat to children and the elderly.
The rest of the time the water area is perfect for swimming and water sports. The sea in the Damgan area is shallow and warm well, the bottom is sandy and safe. Ideal for family vacation with kids.
The entire beach is equipped with showers, toilets and special cabins for storing things. There are sports grounds, a volleyball net and entertainment town with slides and trampolines for the little ones. On the beach, there are sport equipment rentals, and it is possible to rent a boat, a catamaran or a kayak.
The winds often blow here, attracting sailing and windsurfing enthusiasts. A special club is arranged for them in the vicinity of the beach, where you can get master classes from experienced instructors.
Rescuers from special towers monitor the safety of vacationers, and there is a first aid station, where you can get first aid.
To the east of Dagman is a Grand Plage de Cervuayal, protected from the sea by the cape of the same name. In some places, it is stony and wider, but it is also very popular with tourists. It is connected to Dagman by an asphalted highway that runs along the coast to the bay, and is equipped with numerous parking lots.
When is the best time to go?
It is possible to relax in France at any time of the year, the time of the trip depends more on your preferences. Summer - a great time to travel to the sea. Thanks to the Mediterranean climate, even on the southern French Riviera is not hot weather. In winter , people go to ski resorts in France. It should be be mindful that in summer and winter in France there is a high season, respectively, prices soar. To enjoy the excursions, choose the time from February to April or from September to November, when both in the north and in the south it is not very crowded. If you go to the French Riviera in September, you will never lose: You will find a time when the weather is still warm and the prices are not so high.
Video: Beach Grande Plage de Damgan
Infrastructure
Along the beach there is a long promenade, which is a wide comfortable promenade with benches. There is a special path for cycling enthusiasts. There are also numerous bars, restaurants and expensive hotels with sea views.
Young people and budget tourists often use camping services, which are quite a lot in these places. Connoisseurs of a more comfortable vacation will surely enjoy Hôtel l'Albatros, located on the first line, three minutes walk from the beach. The hotel is small, but very cozy, and there is a restaurant on the first floor. All rooms overlook the sea and have specious balconies. It offers bicycle rental, free parking and free internet in the rooms. A park with a large children's playground and tennis court is near the hotel. Disadvantage – the highway that goes by.
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Resting in this area, it is certainly worth making a fascinating boat trip along the bay of Morbihan, in the water area of which there are about 250 islands. Once they were the tops of the hills, which were gradually submerged due to the rising sea level. People settled here back in the Stone Age, as evidenced by the numerous ancient artifacts found by archaeologists. Even today, there are still ancient villages with unique stone buildings dating back to the time of King Arthur. During the trip you can enjoy the magnificent seascapes, admire the white sailing boats furrowing the water area, and feel like a real Robinson, having landed on one of the uninhabited islands.
While walking, you should definitely try fresh mussels or oysters on one of the many farms located in the bay. Such a variety of sorts (about fifty) are rarely found in France, and these places are famous for its seafood delicacies.
To save money, you can use the services of tourist boats that travel across the bay, but it is best to book an individual tour or rent a yacht to fully experience the splendor of these fantastic places.