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Plage du Grand Vala
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Plage du Grand Vala is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 65th place out of 197 beaches in the Var region 13.3 km away from its center, the city of Toulon. It is one of the beaches of Bandol settlement, just 1.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Plage du Grand Vala coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
13 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage du Lido, which has a rating of 8.6.
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Plage du Grand Vala is located in Var region (French Riviera sub-region) within Bandol, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"Bandol beach is a great spot, with a clean and pleasant atmosphere. The attendance in the morning is exceptional and it's worth noting that the sand is golden and very fine. As the day goes on, it does tend to get a bit more crowded, but that's to be expected."
Leyman Ozkan.
"This beach is absolutely lovely, with its golden fine sand adding to its charm. It's the perfect spot to relax and soak up some sun."
Stefanique Planteur
User reviews
"Bandol beach is a great spot, with a clean and pleasant atmosphere. The attendance in the morning is exceptional and it's worth noting that the sand is golden and very fine. As the day goes on, it does tend to get a bit more crowded, but that's to be expected."
Leyman Ozkan.
"This beach is absolutely lovely, with its golden fine sand adding to its charm. It's the perfect spot to relax and soak up some sun."
Stefanique Planteur
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Hotel Restaurant Les...• 3 min walk
- Café & Cantine• 7 min walk
- Revest• 7 min walk
- Le Bar - Casino de B...• 9 min walk
Attractions
- Écriture Bandol• 7 min walk
- les pointus• 15 min walk
- Feu du port• 15 min walk
- Fontaine• 16 min walk
Transport
- CTT• 12.6km
- Lentisques B• 17.9km
- Bandol• 20 min walk
Localities
- Bandol• 1.4km
- Toulon• 13.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage du Grand Vala?
The Plage du Grand Vala is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Plage du Grand Vala?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage du Grand Vala, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Plage du Grand Vala good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Plage du Grand Vala is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Plage du Grand Vala for swimming is very positive.
Is the Plage du Grand Vala good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Plage du Grand Vala secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage du Grand Vala?
The bar is located right on the Plage du Grand Vala.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Hotel Restaurant Les Galets is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage du Grand Vala?
There are 1096 places to stay in the Plage du Grand Vala area.
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How far is the Plage du Grand Vala from parking?
The Plage du Grand Vala has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Plage du Grand Vala?
There are 4 attractions near Plage du Grand Vala that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Écriture Bandol located in 0.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage du Grand Vala?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage du Grand Vala is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Plage du Grand Vala (Var) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Plage du Grand Vala (Var) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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