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Le Gillieux
Saint Clement beach
Good for Relax
About
Saint Clement beach is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 48th place out of 52 beaches in the Charente-Maritime region 32.8 km away from its center, the city of La Rochelle. It is one of the beaches of Le Gillieux settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious several bays coastline with turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Saint Clement beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
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 easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Petit Bec beach, which has a rating of 7.8.
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Saint Clement beach is located in Charente-Maritime within Le Gillieux, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Ile de Re, 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.
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Transport
- LRH• 29km
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Localities
- Le Gillieux• 760m
- La Rochelle• 32.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Saint Clement beach?
Saint Clement beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Saint Clement beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Saint Clement beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Saint Clement 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.
Saint Clement beach is fully protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
So the overall recommendation of the Saint Clement beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Saint Clement beach 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 mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Saint Clement beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Saint Clement beach?
Saint Clement beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Saint Clement beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Saint Clement beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Saint Clement beach?
There are 80 places to stay in the Saint Clement beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Saint Clement beach include:
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How far is the Saint Clement beach from parking?
The Saint Clement 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.
What is the best time of the year to visit Saint Clement beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Saint Clement beach is July. Its average value reaches 23°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?
Saint Clement beach (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.Saint Clement beach (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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