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Plage des Americains
Plage des Américains
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Plage des Americains is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 18th place out of 27 beaches in the Gironde region 56 km away from its center, the city of Bordeaux. It is one of the beaches of Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul settlement, just 4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and white sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is very crowded place during the season.
Plage des Americains coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage du Moulleau, which has a rating of 8.1.
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Plage des Americains is located in Gironde within Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul, 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
"The beach is peaceful and well-maintained with stunning views. It's not crowded and feels quite secluded."
FreedomStride 17
"The beach is stunning with crystal-clear blue water and a serene atmosphere. It's not overcrowded, which adds to the natural beauty of the surroundings. However, if you plan to walk barefoot, be mindful of the small thorny branches scattered on the sand."
Aarav Deshpande
User reviews
"The beach is peaceful and well-maintained with stunning views. It's not crowded and feels quite secluded."
FreedomStride 17
"The beach is stunning with crystal-clear blue water and a serene atmosphere. It's not overcrowded, which adds to the natural beauty of the surroundings. However, if you plan to walk barefoot, be mindful of the small thorny branches scattered on the sand."
Aarav Deshpande
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Excellent location! Lots of inspiring beaches and accommodation options nearby.
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Entire Villa
Located at nearest locality
Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul
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4.1km from center
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Entire House
Located at nearest locality
Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul
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4.6km from center
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1.4km
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Located at nearest locality
Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul
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4.8km from center
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2.1km
from the beach
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Located at nearest locality
Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul
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4.1km from center
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2.3km
from the beach
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Located at nearest locality
Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul
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4.6km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Arcachon 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Pipeyrous 1.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, White sand
Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 6.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Les Jacquets 4.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Pyla-sur-Mer 7.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand
Hautes-Rives 7.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Les Hauts du Bourgeon 6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Cazaux 2.5 km
What to do in Plage des Americains? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Plage des Americains can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Plage des Americains. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Plage des Americains implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- L'Escale• 6 min walk
- Le Pinasse Café• 7 min walk
- Frédélian | Restaura...• 12 min walk
- Hôtel des Pins• 13 min walk
Attractions
- Eglise Notre Dame de...• 10 min walk
- Plage de l'océan• 21 min walk
- Le Phare du Cap Ferr...• 23 min walk
- Plage des Dunes• 2.3km
Transport
- FBS• 33.6km
- Peixotto (Tram B)• 53.7km
- Petit Train• 21 min walk
Localities
- Ancien Sanatorium Vi...• 4km
- Bordeaux• 56km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage des Americains?
The coastline of Plage des Americains is covered with snow-white 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 sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Plage des Americains?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage des Americains, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Plage des Americains is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Plage des Americains good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Plage des Americains is fully protected from waves.
There are a lot of boats in the bay.
Is the Plage des Americains good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Plage des Americains secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage des Americains?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Plage des Americains.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.L'Escale is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage des Americains?
There are 593 places to stay in the Plage des Americains area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage des Americains include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Plage des Americains from parking?
The Plage des Americains 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 des Americains?
There are 4 attractions near Plage des Americains that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Eglise Notre Dame des Flots located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage des Americains?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage des Americains 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?
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water
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