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Carnon-Plage
Carnon Beach
Plage de Carnon
Good for Relax
About
Carnon Beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 4th place out of 29 beaches in the Herault region 11.3 km away from its center, the city of Montpellier. It is one of the beaches of Les Cabanes de Carnon settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray 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 very crowded place during the season.
Carnon Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. 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.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball. %s also has a football field located nearby.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Avenue Saint-Maurice, which has a rating of 7.8.
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Beach overall scores
Carnon Beach is located in Herault region (French Riviera sub-region) within Les Cabanes de Carnon, 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 beach has fine sand, warm sea, and a long stretch to the water. It's a great spot for families with children."
Luna V (lv)
"This beach near Montpellier is one of the best. It doesn't get too crowded even on weekends."
Remy Anders
User reviews
"The beach has fine sand, warm sea, and a long stretch to the water. It's a great spot for families with children."
Luna V (lv)
"This beach near Montpellier is one of the best. It doesn't get too crowded even on weekends."
Remy Anders
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Le Grau-du-Roi 4.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Les Aresquiers 1.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Mourre-Blanc 5.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Le Grau-du-Roi 0.3 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 fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Les Cabanes de Carnon 3.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Palavas-les-Flots 1 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
La Grande-Motte 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Villeneuve-les-Maguelone 3.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
La Grande-Motte 1.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water
Le Grau-du-Roi 0.4 km
What to do in Carnon Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Carnon 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!
In addition to water activities, sometimes you wish to play on the ground, for example, volleyball (football). On this beach there is a volleyball (football) area and if you want you can play volleyball with other holidaymakers or with your friends.
In most cases, the question What to do on Carnon Beach 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
- Ô Cabanon• 2 min walk
- Hotel Restaurant Géd...• 4 min walk
- Beach Coffee• 6 min walk
- Le Bastidon• 6 min walk
Attractions
- Plage Palavas les fl...• 3.1km
- Palavas-les-flots• 4.3km
Transport
- MPL• 4.6km
- Lauriers• 41.6km
- Montpellier Sud de F...• 7.3km
Localities
- Les Cabanes de Carno...• 1.1km
- Montpellier• 11.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Carnon Beach?
The coastline of Carnon Beach is covered with gray 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 Carnon Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Carnon Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Carnon Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
- Football (nearby)
Is the Carnon 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. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Carnon Beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Carnon Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Carnon 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 Carnon Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Carnon Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Carnon Beach?
The bar is located right on the Carnon Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Ô Cabanon is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Carnon Beach?
There are 1468 places to stay in the Carnon Beach area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Carnon Beach from parking?
The Carnon 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 Carnon Beach?
There are 2 attractions near Carnon Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Plage Palavas les flots located in 3.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Carnon Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Carnon Beach is July. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 11°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Carnon Beach (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.Carnon Beach (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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