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Plage de la Giraudiere
Plage de la Giraudière
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About
Plage de la Giraudiere is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 20th place out of 52 beaches in the Charente-Maritime region 35.4 km away from its center, the city of La Rochelle. It is one of the beaches of Le Grand-Village-Plage settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a long lasting coastline with blue 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 partially crowded during the high season.
Plage de la Giraudiere coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, 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. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
To get to the beach, you need to take a short promenade. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage De Gatseau, which has a rating of 7.7.
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+16
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Plage de la Giraudiere (Charente-Maritime) is located outside the Le Grand-Village-Plage 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 coast of the Oleron island 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 Giraudiere 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 absolutely amazing with a wide expanse of sand. It's a great spot to chill with the hip crowd. However, it's best to avoid searching for a parking spot on a hot day after midday. You can surf, swim, and appreciate the stunning views while admiring the attractive people around you."
Mark (arbotron)
"The beach boasts a spacious expanse, great for catching some waves, and even has a snack bar. Plus, parking is free! Just be sure to arrive early as spots tend to fill up quickly."
Lars Jansen
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely amazing with a wide expanse of sand. It's a great spot to chill with the hip crowd. However, it's best to avoid searching for a parking spot on a hot day after midday. You can surf, swim, and appreciate the stunning views while admiring the attractive people around you."
Mark (arbotron)
"The beach boasts a spacious expanse, great for catching some waves, and even has a snack bar. Plus, parking is free! Just be sure to arrive early as spots tend to fill up quickly."
Lars Jansen
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What to do in Plage de la Giraudiere? 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 de la Giraudiere 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 de la Giraudiere 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
- Restaurant le Quemao• 23 min walk
- La Fabrique• 23 min walk
- Le Bonheur• 23 min walk
- Maha Prana• 3.8km
Attractions
- Le Port des Salines• 29 min walk
- St Trojan beach• 2.8km
- The little train of...• 3.5km
- Fun Park• 3.7km
Transport
- RCO• 21.4km
- La Fumée• 20km
- Saint-Trojan-les-Bai...• 4.1km
Localities
- Le Grand-Village-Pla...• 1.9km
- La Rochelle• 35.4km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage de la Giraudiere?
The coastline of Plage de la Giraudiere is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Plage de la Giraudiere?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage de la Giraudiere, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Plage de la Giraudiere is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Is the Plage de la Giraudiere 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.
The waves in the Plage de la Giraudiere are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
So the overall recommendation of the Plage de la Giraudiere for swimming is positive.
Is the Plage de la Giraudiere 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 de la Giraudiere secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage de la Giraudiere?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Plage de la Giraudiere.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurant le Quemao is the closest place located 1800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage de la Giraudiere?
There are 176 places to stay in the Plage de la Giraudiere area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage de la Giraudiere include:
- Domaine Residentiel de Plein Air Odalys Monplaisir
- Le Terminus
- Residence Odalys Le Village des Amareyeurs
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How far is the Plage de la Giraudiere from parking?
The Plage de la Giraudiere 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 Giraudiere?
There are 4 attractions near Plage de la Giraudiere that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Le Port des Salines located in 2.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage de la Giraudiere?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage de la Giraudiere is July. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 10°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Plage de la Giraudiere (Charente-Maritime) 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 Giraudiere (Charente-Maritime) 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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