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Wissant
Wissant Beach
Plage de Wissant
Good for Relax
About
Wissant Beach is located on the English channel (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 8th place out of 9 beaches in the Pas-de-Calais region 103.4 km away from its center, the city of Arras. It is one of the beaches of Wissant settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with 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 partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Wissant Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
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Wissant Beach is located in Pas-de-Calais within Wissant, 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
"Since moving to Europe from The Bahamas 🇧🇸, I have visited many beaches, but this one stands out as the most impressive. The golden sand adds to the beauty of this already stunning beach."
Landon Alder
"Perfect spot for sunbathing and relaxation. The town, which we visited on market day (Thursday), was pleasant and charming."
Kendrick Squire
User reviews
"Since moving to Europe from The Bahamas 🇧🇸, I have visited many beaches, but this one stands out as the most impressive. The golden sand adds to the beauty of this already stunning beach."
Landon Alder
"Perfect spot for sunbathing and relaxation. The town, which we visited on market day (Thursday), was pleasant and charming."
Kendrick Squire
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What to do in Wissant Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Wissant Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Wissant Beach 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
- Bar La Plage Wissant• 3 min walk
- Caline & Go• 3 min walk
- Les Sables d'Opale• 4 min walk
- Le Père Baptiste• 4 min walk
Attractions
- Le Fartz• 16 min walk
- Observatoire oiseaux• 16 min walk
- Banc de sable Lezzam...• 2.8km
- Réserve naturelle ré...• 3.4km
Transport
- CQF• 22.1km
- Descenderie• 8.4km
- Pihen• 9km
Localities
- Wissant• 490m
- Arras• 103.4km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Wissant Beach?
The coastline of Wissant Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Wissant Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Wissant Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Wissant Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Wissant 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.
Wissant Beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Wissant 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 Wissant 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 Wissant Beach?
Wissant Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Wissant Beach?
The bar is located right on the Wissant Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar La Plage Wissant is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Wissant Beach?
There are 171 places to stay in the Wissant Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Wissant Beach include:
- Hotel Le Vivier WISSANT - Centre Village - Cote d'Opale - Baie de Wissant - 2CAPS
- Hotel Le Vivier WISSANT - Vue Mer - Cote d'Opale - Baie de Wissant - 2CAPS
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Wissant Beach from parking?
The Wissant Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Wissant Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Wissant Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Le Fartz located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Wissant Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Wissant Beach is August. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 9°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Wissant Beach (Pas-de-Calais) 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.Wissant Beach (Pas-de-Calais) 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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