Zuydcoote beach
Plage de Zuydcoote is a beach in Zuydcoote commune in the north of France, with its incredibly attractive scenery. This coastline with snow-white sand and impressive dunes gained particular fame after filming here the episodes of "Weekend on the Ocean" with Belmondo. The resort with a popular beach also pleases with a convenient location: only 3 km separates it from the Belgian border and less than an hour's travel from Lille.
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Beach description
First of all, locals themselves, as well as lovers of extreme pastime on the sea and sandy coast, prefer to rest here. The majestic dunes attract sand-surfing lovers here (surfing the sand). Taking into account the minimum coastal development, the best conditions for this are here. Strong winds and good waves, formed on the beach of Zuydcoote, also gave him the glory of one of the favorite places of kitesurfers.
Also, this beach is an ideal place for those, who a looking for solitude. There are almost no signs of civilization in its outskirts, with the exception of campsite near the coastline and a single restaurant. But in the summer it can still be crowded because of supporters of extermal sports, who come to enjoy their favorite hobby in ideal conditions, as well as romantics, who want to enjoy the picturesque sunsets. During strong low tides it is possible to see the wreckage of a ship, sunken during the war years, projecting from the water.
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.