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Plage Bray Dunes
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About
Plage Bray Dunes is located on the North Sea and it is in the 1th place out of 3 beaches in the Nord region 62.3 km away from its center, the city of Lille. It is one of the beaches of Bray-Dunes settlement, just 2 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 not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Plage Bray Dunes 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.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
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.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is De Panne Strand, which has a rating of 7.3.
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Beach overall scores
Plage Bray Dunes is located in Nord within Bray-Dunes, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
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
"What an absolutely beautiful beach! I definitely need to go and check it out!"
Aiden Faraz
"The beach was beautiful and well-maintained. We stopped by briefly on our way back home. Our dog, Rocky, thoroughly enjoyed the beach and even made a new acquaintance!"
Xander Jovanovic
User reviews
"What an absolutely beautiful beach! I definitely need to go and check it out!"
Aiden Faraz
"The beach was beautiful and well-maintained. We stopped by briefly on our way back home. Our dog, Rocky, thoroughly enjoyed the beach and even made a new acquaintance!"
Xander Jovanovic
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What to do in Plage Bray Dunes? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Plage Bray Dunes 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 Plage Bray Dunes 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
Transport
- OST• 25.9km
- Koksijde Station per...• 8.1km
- Furnes / Veurne• 9.4km
Localities
- Bray-Dunes• 2km
- Lille• 62.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage Bray Dunes?
The coastline of Plage Bray Dunes 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 Bray Dunes?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage Bray Dunes, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Plage Bray Dunes is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Plage Bray Dunes 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 Bray Dunes is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Plage Bray Dunes for swimming is very positive.
Is the Plage Bray Dunes 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 Bray Dunes secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Plage Bray Dunes 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 occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Plage Bray Dunes?
Plage Bray Dunes 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 Bray Dunes?
The bar is located right on the Plage Bray Dunes.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage Bray Dunes?
There are 558 places to stay in the Plage Bray Dunes area.
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How far is the Plage Bray Dunes from parking?
The Plage Bray Dunes 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.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage Bray Dunes?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage Bray Dunes is August. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 8°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Plage Bray Dunes (Nord) 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 Bray Dunes (Nord) 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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