Morgat beach
It's located in the western part of Brittany on the Crozon peninsula. One of the most picturesque beaches in the Finister department. The resort village of Morgat, which was an unremarkable fishing village two centuries ago, is located in close proximity to it. At the end of the 19th century a balneological resort was organized here, which became a favorite place of rest of the French elite. Nowadays the town still attracts tourists with its developed infrastructure, convenient harbor for yachts and beautiful beaches.
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Beach description
The beach is quite long (about a kilometre), sandy and pebbly, protected by a bay from strong Atlantic winds. It's conditionally divided into several zones. The busiest and most organized one is in the area of the yacht marina. The shore here is covered with soft sand, the sea is shallow and calm, the entry into the water is smooth and safe.
The beach is equipped with everything you need; it's an ideal place for family holidays with small children. There are slides and trampolines for children, water attractions, boat and catamaran rental centers. There is a yacht club and a diving center in the vicinity of the port.
The further from the harbour, the more deserted the beach becomes. Sand is changed by medium size pebbles, and trees and shrubs come close to the shore. The edge of the bay is quite “wild” and unusually picturesque. There is a small cave, which opens at low tide, and a stream with clean fresh water gushing out of the rock. These places are preferred by connoisseurs of secluded stay and beautiful landscapes, including a lot of nudists and LGBT representatives. And the coastal cliffs and the colourful underwater world around them attract fans of diving and snorkeling.
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
The beach is quite remote and located off the highway. To get there, you have to take the road from downtown Crozon to the turn-off for Morgat. After passing the village, you'll have to leave the car: a pretty steep staircase leads to the sea.
A picturesque boulevard is stretching along the entire shore, where it is nice to sit on a bench in the shade of spreading trees or to have a cup of coffee while admiring the local scenery. On the boulevard, you can see many artists and musicians, and in the evening theatrical performances take place here. The best restaurants and hotels in the village, as well as bars, discos and nightclubs are located here. By the way, there are not so many large multi-storey hotels on the beachfront; in principle, small villas and guest houses for one or more families are popular. One of such options is – Bois de Kador. It is conveniently located in the forest area between the beach and the road leading to the Cap de la Chèvre and attracts tourists with a well-kept area and home comfort. Living room, dining room and two bedrooms are equipped with everything you need, it's nice to sit on a large open veranda in a large friendly company at a huge dining table. There is a children's room and a playground, a barbecue area is provided as well. In the lounge – fireplace, soft sofas and a large flat screen TV with satellite channels, Wi-Fi.
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While vacationing in Morgat, you should definitely take a boat trip to explore the picturesque surroundings of the beach and visit the caves hidden in the coastal rocks, which can be seen only at low tide. The most amazing among them is the Grottes Marines de Morgat, inhabited by bats and which has gushing out warm springs at the bottom.
Also, you'll get a sea of pleasure and unforgettable emotions by a fascinating hike along the forest coastal path towards Fort Kador.