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Plage du Grand Crohot
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About
Plage du Grand Crohot 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 52 km away from its center, the city of Bordeaux. It is one of the beaches of Les Hauts du Bourgeon settlement, just 6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright 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 very crowded place during the season.
Plage du Grand Crohot coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
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 at some distance, within 300 meters.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Jenny beach, which has a rating of 7.7.
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+16
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+14
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7.3
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Key features
Beach overall scores
Plage du Grand Crohot is located in Gironde within Les Hauts du Bourgeon, 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 with golden sand, complete with beach guards and safe swimming conditions for families with children."
Dreyshan
"This is a fantastic beach with golden sand that is perfect for families of all ages."
Delnik
User reviews
"The beach with golden sand, complete with beach guards and safe swimming conditions for families with children."
Dreyshan
"This is a fantastic beach with golden sand that is perfect for families of all ages."
Delnik
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6.9km
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Located at nearest locality
Les Hauts du Bourgeon
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980m from center
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7km
from the beach
Entire House
Located at nearest locality
Les Hauts du Bourgeon
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1.1km from center
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7.8km
from the beach
Entire Villa
Located at nearest locality
Les Hauts du Bourgeon
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2.3km from center
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8.4km
from the beach
Entire Villa
Located at nearest locality
Les Hauts du Bourgeon
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2.5km from center
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8.4km
from the beach
Entire House
Located at nearest locality
Les Hauts du Bourgeon
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2.6km from center
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8.8km
from the beach
Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Les Hauts du Bourgeon
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3.6km from center
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Nearest Beaches
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Le Baganais 11.3 km
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Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 6.1 km
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Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 4 km
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Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 0.5 km
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Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 0.9 km
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L'Aubarede 1.3 km
What to do in Plage du Grand Crohot? 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 Plage du Grand Crohot 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 Plage du Grand Crohot 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
Transport
- BOD• 41.2km
- Bruges Centre• 50.2km
- Petit Train• 16.1km
Localities
- Les Hauts du Bourgeo...• 6km
- Bordeaux• 52km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage du Grand Crohot?
The coastline of Plage du Grand Crohot is covered with 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 sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Plage du Grand Crohot?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage du Grand Crohot, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Plage du Grand Crohot is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Is the Plage du Grand Crohot good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Plage du Grand Crohot does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
So the overall recommendation of the Plage du Grand Crohot for swimming is positive.
Is the Plage du Grand Crohot 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Plage du Grand Crohot secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage du Grand Crohot?
The bar is located right on the Plage du Grand Crohot.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage du Grand Crohot?
There are 105 places to stay in the Plage du Grand Crohot area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage du Grand Crohot include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Plage du Grand Crohot from parking?
The Plage du Grand Crohot 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.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage du Grand Crohot?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage du Grand Crohot 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 du Grand Crohot (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 du Grand Crohot (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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