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Plage de la Torchere
Plage de la Torchère
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Plage de la Torchere is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 15th place out of 27 beaches in the Gironde region 56.7 km away from its center, the city of Bordeaux. It is one of the beaches of Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul settlement, just 6.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a long lasting 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 not crowded place during the season.
Plage de la Torchere coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
To get to the beach, you need to take a short promenade. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage Du Truc Vert, which has a rating of 7.9.
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Plage de la Torchere (Gironde) is located outside the Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Plage de la Torchere with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is really pleasant and not overly crowded, but it's worth mentioning that the water has a peculiarly strong current."
Paula Frasier
"A tranquil spot, perfect for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of city living."
Sara Jovanovic
User reviews
"The beach is really pleasant and not overly crowded, but it's worth mentioning that the water has a peculiarly strong current."
Paula Frasier
"A tranquil spot, perfect for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of city living."
Sara Jovanovic
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4.1km from center
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Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul
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4.6km from center
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2.6km
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Located at nearest locality
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4.8km 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
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Arcachon 0.5 km
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Pipeyrous 1.6 km
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Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 4 km
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Les Jacquets 4.4 km
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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, White fine sand
Pyla-sur-Mer 7.2 km
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Les Hauts du Bourgeon 6 km
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Hautes-Rives 7.5 km
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Cazaux 2.5 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- White Garden• 17 min walk
- Le Pavillon Bleu• 2.3km
- L'Escale• 2.6km
- Le Pinasse Café• 2.6km
Attractions
- Plage de l'océan• 2.3km
- Eglise Notre Dame de...• 2.7km
- Plage des Dunes• 3.4km
- Le Phare du Cap Ferr...• 3.4km
Transport
- FBS• 35.6km
- Peixotto (Tram B)• 54.6km
- Petit Train• 2.3km
Localities
- Ancien Sanatorium Vi...• 6.1km
- Bordeaux• 56.7km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage de la Torchere?
The coastline of Plage de la Torchere 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 de la Torchere?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage de la Torchere, 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 de la Torchere good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Plage de la Torchere does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Plage de la Torchere 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 de la Torchere secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. 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 de la Torchere?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Plage de la Torchere.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.White Garden is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage de la Torchere?
There are 544 places to stay in the Plage de la Torchere area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage de la Torchere include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Plage de la Torchere from parking?
The Plage de la Torchere has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to walk along the trail for half a kilometer to reach the beach.
Are there any attractions nearby Plage de la Torchere?
There are 4 attractions near Plage de la Torchere that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Plage de l'océan located in 2.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage de la Torchere?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage de la Torchere 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?
Plage de la Torchere (Gironde) 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 de la Torchere (Gironde) 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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