Ille-et-Vilaine: The best beaches for your holidays!
Although the coast of Ille et Vilaine is not particularly long at 40 kilometers, it is home to some of the most beautiful coastal towns in northern France. Because of the blue-green color of the sea, it is also called the Emerald Coast. Fine sandy beaches and rugged cliffs create a unique sea of colors on the English Channel.
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Ille-et-Vilaine - 8 special beaches
Écluse Beach
The Plage de l'Écluse is the main beach of the French town of Dinard in Brittany. Dinard enchants as the pearl of the Emerald Coast with a beautiful beach setting. Situated in a dreamy bay, the wide beach offers a unique atmosphere with splendid sand, plenty of space, and a fantastic sea with gentle waves. Along the beach runs a charming promenade, which offers many interesting shops in addition to cafes and restaurants. Furthermore, the many walking paths along the lovely coast are also worth it. From the magnificent promenade, you can walk to the picturesque headland Pointe du Moulinet.
Longchamp Beach
The Plage de Longchamp is located near the small French commune of Saint-Lunaire on the beautiful Emerald Coast of Brittany. It is about 1.6 km long, situated in a pretty bay with easy access and is very family-friendly. There is a lifeguard station and catering provided by a restaurant and a beach bar. The golden sandy beach offers plenty of space and is usually not overly crowded. It is lined with wooded shores. On both sides, there is a lovely hiking trail that invites you to explore the charming coast. Additionally, there is a boat rental for interesting excursions on the water.
Bon-Secours Beach
The fine sandy beach is located between the open sea and the old city wall of Saint-Malo. You can reach it within a few minutes' walk from the city center, and once there, you can look forward to turquoise blue water. Especially in the summer months, the Plage de Bon-Secours is exceptionally well visited. In addition to sunny days on the beach, the region offers many other possible activities during your stay. For example, visit the old town of Saint-Malo, the Bastion St. Philippe, and the Cathedral St. Vincent. Daily ferry trips to the Channel Islands Jersey and Guernsey are offered from the harbor.
Saussaye Beach
The Plage du Saussaye is located on the north coast of the popular northern French seaside resort of Cancale in Brittany. It is somewhat hidden under a steep bank and can only be reached by a small and steep footpath from the high coastal road. Therefore, it offers comparatively much peace and seclusion. The wild rocks that closely enclose it also contribute to the beach's idyllic setting. The particularly fine sand forms a pretty contrast to these rocks and stands out in this way. Thus, the Plage du Saussaye especially invites you to enjoy some peace in a magnificent setting.
Great Beach of the Sillon
The Grande Plage du Sillon beach is located in the northern French city of Saint-Malo in Brittany. It is extremely popular, although it is not a typical swimming beach. A special feature is the strong and particularly rapid tide, which sometimes prevents swimming but offers a fantastic natural spectacle. With lifeguards and sanitary facilities, there is excellent infrastructure. Additionally, there are numerous cafes, restaurants, and bars along the charming beach promenade. Small boats or catamarans can be rented. Furthermore, there is the opportunity for surfing. During low tide, wonderful walks in the mudflats with their pretty shells are very popular.
Touesse Beach
The Plage de la Touesse is located in the small northern French community of Saint-Coulomb in the legendary Brittany. It offers a fine, golden sandy beach between pretty rocks and emerald green water. It also boasts a location protected from the sea wind, providing great swimming conditions with a relatively gentle sea. The rocky coast rises above pretty dunes surrounded by umbrella pines. There is a great coastal path here that invites exciting hikes along the picturesque coastline. The Plage de la Touesse is a wild beach, which is a good option for hikers or nature lovers.
Saint-Enogat Beach
Enjoy summer temperatures well above 20°C between June and September, swim in the deep blue sea, and relax on the sandy beach. From Plage Saint-Enogat, you have a breathtaking view of the coast and the harbor entrance of Saint-Enogat, as well as some impressive villas. Plage Saint-Enogat is a popular travel destination all year round. Even in the winter months, walks in the fresh sea breeze are recommended. During a city tour, visit the center of Dinard or take an exciting trip with the ferries, for example, to the fascinating Channel Islands.
Verger Beach
The remote, natural beach Plage Verger is located just outside the small community of Cancale in Brittany in northern France. It is situated near the famous Mont-Saint-Michel Bay, so the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Mont Saint-Michel Abbey, can be easily reached with a short beach walk. The Plage Verger is about 1.3 kilometers long and delights with beautiful sand, pretty dunes, and untouched nature. The water is relatively gentle, clear, and invites swimming. Although the beach is somewhat secluded and natural, there is still a small lifeguard station and also toilets.