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Carcans Beach
Carcans Plage
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About
Carcans Beach 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 55.3 km away from its center, the city of Bordeaux. It is one of the beaches of Het Club du Huga settlement, just 8.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and white 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. There is a campsite located nearby.
Carcans Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. 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. 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.
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Beach overall scores
Carcans Beach is located in Gironde within Het Club du Huga, 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
"This beach has a fantastic atmosphere. Occasionally, the waves can be big, so it's important to keep an eye on children. However, there are diligent lifeguards on duty. The food can be a bit expensive, so it's a good idea to bring your own snacks or be willing to pay for the amazing views, ample space, and delightful soft sand."
Gavin Franklin
"The beach is amazing, and the restaurants here are even better than those in Maubison."
Rick Johnson
User reviews
"This beach has a fantastic atmosphere. Occasionally, the waves can be big, so it's important to keep an eye on children. However, there are diligent lifeguards on duty. The food can be a bit expensive, so it's a good idea to bring your own snacks or be willing to pay for the amazing views, ample space, and delightful soft sand."
Gavin Franklin
"The beach is amazing, and the restaurants here are even better than those in Maubison."
Rick Johnson
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Het Club du Huga
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7.5km from center
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3.7km
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Located at nearest locality
Het Club du Huga
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7.5km from center
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8.6km
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Located at nearest locality
Het Club du Huga
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2km from center
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What to do in Carcans 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 Carcans 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!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- La Mascotte de l'Oce...• 4 min walk
- Chez Heidi• 4 min walk
- Surfing Cafe• 5 min walk
- Happy Rock• 5 min walk
Attractions
- Locations Deleuil La...• 6 min walk
- Chalet Delerue Carca...• 3.4km
- CARCANS-MAUBUISSON• 4.2km
- Zone de baignade sur...• 4.3km
Transport
- BOD• 47km
- Bruges Centre• 51km
- Gare de Lesparre• 31.4km
Localities
- Het Club du Huga• 8.1km
- Bordeaux• 55.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Carcans Beach?
The coastline of Carcans Beach 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 Carcans Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Carcans Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Carcans Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Is the Carcans 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. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Carcans Beach 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 Carcans Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Carcans 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Carcans 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.
What are the key audiences of Carcans Beach?
Carcans Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Carcans Beach?
The bar is located right on the Carcans Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.La Mascotte de l'Ocean is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Carcans Beach?
There are 181 places to stay in the Carcans Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Carcans Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Carcans Beach from parking?
The Carcans Beach 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.
Are there any attractions nearby Carcans Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Carcans Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Locations Deleuil Laforgue - Carcans located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Carcans Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Carcans 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?
Carcans Beach (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.Carcans Beach (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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