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Plage du Boucanet
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About
Plage du Boucanet is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 6th place out of 29 beaches in the Herault region 19.3 km away from its center, the city of Montpellier. It is one of the beaches of La Grande-Motte settlement, just 1.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting 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 partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Plage du Boucanet coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. 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 Rive Gauche, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Plage du Boucanet is located in Herault region (Camargue sub-region) within La Grande-Motte, 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
"On July 2, 2018, the beach is sparse, the bathing water is temperate and the bacteriological quality is excellent. The beach proudly displays its blue flag."
Christophe Rasquier
"Nice beach with access for people with disabilities. Not many places to park but easy to access on foot or by bike. Pleasant track with lots of facilities ideal for running or walking."
Rosamalia
User reviews
"On July 2, 2018, the beach is sparse, the bathing water is temperate and the bacteriological quality is excellent. The beach proudly displays its blue flag."
Christophe Rasquier
"Nice beach with access for people with disabilities. Not many places to park but easy to access on foot or by bike. Pleasant track with lots of facilities ideal for running or walking."
Rosamalia
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)
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Le Grau-du-Roi 4.1 km
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Les Cabanes de Carnon 1.1 km
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Les Aresquiers 1.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Le Grau-du-Roi 0.3 km
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La Grande-Motte 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
La Petite Motte 0.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water
Le Grau-du-Roi 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Les Cabanes de Carnon 3.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Les Cabanes de Carnon 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Palavas-les-Flots 1 km
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Villeneuve-les-Maguelone 3.5 km
What to do in Plage du Boucanet? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Plage du Boucanet 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 du Boucanet. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Plage du Boucanet 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
- Belambra Clubs "Le V...• 2 min walk
- Hôtel La Plage• 4 min walk
- Restaurant L'Essenti...• 5 min walk
- Le Cocobaïa• 5 min walk
Attractions
- POINT ZERO• 10 min walk
- Grande Roue• 11 min walk
- Center Rehabilitatio...• 12 min walk
- Sculptures• 13 min walk
Transport
- MPL• 11.9km
- Lauriers• 51.1km
- Le Grau-du-Roi• 3.6km
Localities
- La Grande-Motte• 1.5km
- Montpellier• 19.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage du Boucanet?
The coastline of Plage du Boucanet 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 du Boucanet?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage du Boucanet, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Plage du Boucanet is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Is the Plage du Boucanet 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 du Boucanet does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Plage du Boucanet for swimming is positive.
Is the Plage du Boucanet 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 du Boucanet secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Plage du Boucanet is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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 Plage du Boucanet?
Plage du Boucanet can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers (caravans / tent)
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage du Boucanet?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Plage du Boucanet.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Belambra Clubs "Le Vidourle" is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage du Boucanet?
There are 1223 places to stay in the Plage du Boucanet area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage du Boucanet include:
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How far is the Plage du Boucanet from parking?
The Plage du Boucanet 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 Plage du Boucanet?
There are 4 attractions near Plage du Boucanet that are popular with travelers. The nearest are POINT ZERO located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage du Boucanet?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage du Boucanet is July. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 23°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 11°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Plage du Boucanet (Herault) 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 du Boucanet (Herault) 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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