Grande Plage des Rosaires beach
It is located in the northern part of Bretagne in the department of Côtes-d'Armor. Nearby is the village of Plerin, which is connected to the main cities of the region and the capital of the department of Saint-Brieuc by regular bus service.
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Beach description
It is located in a large scenic bay, surrounded by rocky capes on both sides. Thanks to this, there are no strong winds or waves, and the water warms up much better than on the other beaches of the northern Bretagne.
An impressive coastline of about two kilometers long is covered with fine golden sand with small inclusions of shells.
The beach is equiped with everything you need, clean and well-groomed. For children there are big entertainment town, sports grounds, a rescue station and a medical station. It is even possible to play chess with figures in human height, and at the same time arrange a wonderful photo shoot with them. On the promenade there is a cultural center, where you can read magazines, newspapers and comics for free, as well as to take an interactive trip to the most interesting places of the department. Various cultural events, master classes and concerts are also held here.
Numerous rental centers offer surfboards, kayaks, canoes, and other water sports equipment. Newcomers will be able to acquire basic knowledge and skills in local yacht clubs and windsurfing centers, as well as go out to sea on their own under the supervision of an experienced instructor. The most popular sea sports center in Plerin is located in the western part of the beach next to the beach of Turnemin.
Closer to the rock, the shore was loved by nudists, which is worth considering when coming here with children. However, since 2013 the official beach has been organized for them in the neighboring Erquy, but many people, by habit, still prefer local places.
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.
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Infrastructure
Along the whole coast there is a concrete quay, protected from winter storms by an improvised promenade of huge boulders. They may be not the most aesthetically appealing element of local architecture, but the residents of the first line houses and hotels may feel completely safe. There are also numerous restaurants, bars, shops and travel agencies. Parallel to promenade there is a highway with small "pockets" for parking. It should be noted that in the high season there is not enough parking space, tourists are forced to park on the sidewalks, which leads to traffic jam and causes certain inconveniences.
The most popular villas and hotels are located along the promenade, among which the hotel Ker Lubeс attracts attention with its unusual architecture. The building is built in the form of medieval tower and surrounded by a beautiful well-groomed garden. The rooms are equipped with everything you need, and the balconies offer magnificent views of the sea and the surrounding area. There are supermarkets, market, and bakery within walking distance from the hotel. It offers free parking, free Wi-Fi, a laundry room, a barbecue area, a children's room and library. The only minus is that it is a little cool in autumn and winter, when strong winds blow from the sea and the owner tries to save on heating.
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There is a delightful place in the vicinity of the beach, where you can take a break from the hustle and bustle daily life and have a rest alone with nature. This is a channel of the Gue River, which flows west of Plerin and flows into the sea near the beach of Turnemin. For many centuries, the powerful waterway has punched its way through the rocks that overhang the bubbling stream of majestic walls overgrown with dense forests. In some places, the river forms bizzare waterfalls, there are quiet areas resembling a natural jacuzzi, and in some places, the stream rushes with stunning force, tearing up trees with roots and turning over huge boulders. This four-kilometer walk will be a great bonus to your beach vacation and will give you a great deal with pleasure.
Lovers of historical sites and architectural monuments should visit the town of Saint-Brieuc, where the medieval cathedral of Saint-Etienne and ancient Renaissance mansions have been preserved to this day. The main theater of Saint-Brieuc, housed under the roof of a magnificent ХVII century building, helds the European Heritage International Festival every year, while the local ethnographic museum displays unique artifacts - silent witnesses to significant events from different historical periods.