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Plage de Portissol
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About
Plage de Portissol is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 30th place out of 197 beaches in the Var region 11.5 km away from its center, the city of Toulon. It is one of the beaches of Sanary-sur-Mer settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious 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.
Plage de Portissol coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
16 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage du Lido, which has a rating of 8.6.
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Beach overall scores
Plage de Portissol is located in Var region (French Riviera sub-region) within Sanary-sur-Mer, 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
"The scenery at the beach is absolutely beautiful, and the bay is well protected. The hotel and restaurant at the bar are also quite nice."
Hannah Milo
"If you're looking to swim with plenty of fish in pristine waters, this is the place to go. There are charming restaurants along the shore, and you'll see many locals taking advantage of the fantastic weather. It's definitely worth a visit if you're in the vicinity. However, parking can be challenging, so it's best to arrive early or be prepared for a ten-minute walk to find ..."
J Parker
User reviews
"The scenery at the beach is absolutely beautiful, and the bay is well protected. The hotel and restaurant at the bar are also quite nice."
Hannah Milo
"If you're looking to swim with plenty of fish in pristine waters, this is the place to go. There are charming restaurants along the shore, and you'll see many locals taking advantage of the fantastic weather. It's definitely worth a visit if you're in the vicinity. However, parking can be challenging, so it's best to arrive early or be prepared for a ten-minute walk to find ..."
J Parker
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What to do in Plage de Portissol? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Plage de Portissol 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!
It is difficult to think of any entertainment and activities when you are on the beach. To swim, to sunbathe, to drink a couple of cocktails, again to swim and again to sunbathe, the variety usually is very limited. But on Plage de Portissol you can test yourself in such an activity as water jumping. It's fun and it's scary, the rest you have to experience on your own. 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 Portissol. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Plage de Portissol 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
- O Petit Monde• 2 min walk
- Holidays & Work Hote...• 10 min walk
- Hôtel de La Tour• 12 min walk
- Mac Sym's• 12 min walk
Attractions
- Sentiers sous-marins• 1 min walk
- Pointe de portissol• 5 min walk
- Musée Frédéric-Dumas• 11 min walk
- Tour de Sanary-sur-M...• 12 min walk
Transport
- CTT• 15.2km
- Lentisques B• 16.1km
- Gare d'Ollioules - S...• 2.9km
Localities
- Sanary-sur-Mer• 960m
- Toulon• 11.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage de Portissol?
The coastline of Plage de Portissol 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 Portissol?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage de Portissol, 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 Portissol is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Plage de Portissol 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.
Plage de Portissol 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 de Portissol for swimming is positive.
Is the Plage de Portissol 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 Portissol secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Plage de Portissol 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.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage de Portissol?
The bar is located right on the Plage de Portissol.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.O Petit Monde is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage de Portissol?
There are 1381 places to stay in the Plage de Portissol area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage de Portissol include:
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How far is the Plage de Portissol from parking?
The Plage de Portissol 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 Plage de Portissol?
There are 4 attractions near Plage de Portissol that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Sentiers sous-marins located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage de Portissol?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage de Portissol 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 de Portissol (Var) 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 Portissol (Var) 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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