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Plage de Lourtuais
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Plage de Lourtuais is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 15th place out of 55 beaches in the Cotes-d'Armor region 25.7 km away from its center, the city of Saint-Brieuc. It is one of the beaches of Tu-Es-Roc settlement, just 0.8 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious several bays 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 not crowded place during the season.
Plage de Lourtuais 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, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage du Portuais, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Plage de Lourtuais (Cotes-d'Armor) is located outside the Tu-Es-Roc 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 Lourtuais 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
"This beach is absolutely breathtaking. Despite there not being much around, it doesn't take away from the experience. There's a large space for both naturists and those who prefer to wear clothes. The views are absolutely stunning and there's some delicious food available near the parking area."
Evan Parker
"Definitely worth the climb of 176 steps to reach this beach! The atmosphere is incredibly peaceful and laid-back."
Nina Elise Stone
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"This beach is absolutely breathtaking. Despite there not being much around, it doesn't take away from the experience. There's a large space for both naturists and those who prefer to wear clothes. The views are absolutely stunning and there's some delicious food available near the parking area."
Evan Parker
"Definitely worth the climb of 176 steps to reach this beach! The atmosphere is incredibly peaceful and laid-back."
Nina Elise Stone
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)
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Tu-Es-Roc 1.9 km
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Sables-d'Or-les-Pins 0.1 km
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Lancieux 0.5 km
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La Fosse 0.9 km
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Saint-Lunaire 0.3 km
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Saint-Lunaire 1.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
La Ville-es-Quelmees 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Dinard 1.1 km
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Dinard 0.5 km
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Saint-Malo 0.3 km
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Saint-Malo 1.3 km
What to do in Plage de Lourtuais? 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 Lourtuais 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 Lourtuais 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.
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Plage de Lourtuais. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Plage de Lourtuais implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- La Crêperie du Pêche...• 10 min walk
- Crêperie moulerie Au...• 11 min walk
- Karma Kafé• 13 min walk
- Au Phare D'Erquy• 13 min walk
Attractions
- Cap d'Erquy• 12 min walk
- Phare d'Erquy• 15 min walk
- Plage d'Erquy• 25 min walk
- La roche jaune• 28 min walk
Transport
- DNR• 29.8km
- Solidor• 33.2km
- Gare Landébia• 18.6km
Localities
- Tu-Es-Roc• 860m
- Saint-Brieuc• 25.7km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage de Lourtuais?
The coastline of Plage de Lourtuais is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. 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 Lourtuais?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage de Lourtuais, 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 Lourtuais is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Is the Plage de Lourtuais good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Plage de Lourtuais is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Plage de Lourtuais for swimming is very positive.
Is the Plage de Lourtuais 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 very smooth.
Is the Plage de Lourtuais 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.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage de Lourtuais?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Plage de Lourtuais.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.La Crêperie du Pêcheur is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage de Lourtuais?
There are 153 places to stay in the Plage de Lourtuais area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage de Lourtuais include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Plage de Lourtuais from parking?
The Plage de Lourtuais 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 overcome a small descent.
Are there any attractions nearby Plage de Lourtuais?
There are 4 attractions near Plage de Lourtuais that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Cap d'Erquy located in 0.9 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage de Lourtuais?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage de Lourtuais is August. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 11°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Plage de Lourtuais (Cotes-d'Armor) 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 Lourtuais (Cotes-d'Armor) 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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