Pointe Espagnole beach
Pointe Espagnole is a long beach on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. It is famous for sandy dunes, picturesque bays and tiny islands that appear during high tides. In summer, rescues work here, mobile toilets and food courts are open. At the end of the touristic season, all the infrastructure is dismantled.
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Beach description
There are several areas with smooth depth increase on the beach, suitable for vacation with children. The wind is not strong and refreshing, the waves are not big. Local waters are also worth noting: they are characterised by warmness, crystal clearness and deep blue color.
6 facts about Pointe Espagnole:
- the length of the beach exceeds 3 km, and its width reaches 120 meters;
- here are places where dogs are allowed;
- 200 meters away from the eastern part of the beach, a free parking is located;
- Pointe Espagnole is surrounded by picturesque forests where you can walk and have picnics;
- in storm weather, the waves are high and currents are strong here;
- swimming season lasts from the end of May to the beginning of October.
The beach is popular among nudists, married couples, young people. Most of vacationers here are residents of France and neighbouring countries.
Pointe Espagnole is located 80 km from the city of Cognac. It is possible to get here by car or taxi.
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.