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Contis Beach
Plage de Contis
Good for Relax
About
Contis Beach is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 10th place out of 38 beaches in the Landes region 69.9 km away from its center, the city of Mont-de-Marsan. It is one of the beaches of Contis-Plage settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and white 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 partially crowded during the high season.
Contis Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
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+15
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+13
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6.4
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+14
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Beach overall scores
Contis Beach is located in Landes within Contis-Plage, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
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
"There were no open cafes in the afternoon, but that was my fault for not checking beforehand. Overall, the beach was great for cycling from Mimizan along Velodyssee."
Lena Kai
User reviews
"There were no open cafes in the afternoon, but that was my fault for not checking beforehand. Overall, the beach was great for cycling from Mimizan along Velodyssee."
Lena Kai
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5.1km
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Bungalow de 3 chambres avec piscine partagee et jardin amenage a Saint Julien en Born a 5 km de la p
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4.9km from center
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Bungalow de 2 chambres a Saint Julien en Born avec piscine partagee et jardin amenage a 5 km de la p
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4.9km from center
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Bungalow de 3 chambres avec piscine partagee jardin amenage et wifi a Saint Julien en Born a 4 km de
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Contis-Plage
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5km from center
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What to do in Contis Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Contis Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Contis Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- la cabane de contis• 1 min walk
- Contistador Restaura...• 4 min walk
- Les culs nus• 5 min walk
- Oyat Restaurant• 6 min walk
Attractions
- Plage de Contis• 4 min walk
- Plage des Loukoums• 3.7km
Transport
- FBS• 34.2km
- Castillon Barbier• 64.1km
- Gare d'Ychoux• 40.1km
Localities
- Contis-Plage• 400m
- Mont-de-Marsan• 69.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Contis Beach?
The Contis Beach is covered with soft snow-white fine sand, which covers the entire cost. It's relatively 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 Contis Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Contis Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Contis Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Is the Contis Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
The waves in the Contis Beach are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
Is the Contis Beach 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 Contis Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Contis Beach?
The bar is located right on the Contis Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.la cabane de contis is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Contis Beach?
There are 103 places to stay in the Contis Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Contis Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Contis Beach from parking?
The Contis Beach 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 Contis Beach?
There are 2 attractions near Contis Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Plage de Contis located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Contis Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Contis Beach is July. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 10°C and water 11°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Contis Beach (Landes) 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.Contis Beach (Landes) 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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