Bassin Dombret beach
Dombret bay (Bassin Dombret) is a scenic beach in Les Sables-d'Olonne which is very popular among tourists. This lovely each area is situated in La Chaume commune neighbouring to with the city harbor and near the lighthouse of Armandès.
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Beach description
This beach is famous for picturesque natural pool which is a lake separated from the sea with rocks. This allows to enjoy swimming in still waters almost near the noisy ocean waves. Sea water in this natural "bath" is much warmer than in the ocean. Directly near the lake, a sandy beach area has been artificially created to host guests. This place is especially popular among families with children. As for the main sandy beach, it is located beyond the lake and especially popular for vacation at the end of July.
The water in this reservoir is cleaned and renewed artificially every 2 weeks. Usually the beach is closed during this time. In order to get here, you need to go from the city center to the lighthouse tower on the beach, near which there is a small free parking, and to the right is the "pool" itself, which was closed for restoration in 2005. Rocks along the outskirts were strengthened, hence swimming became the safest here. There is also a small rocky beach near the lighthouse, but swimming is prohibited there.
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.