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Saint-Prex
Plage Place d'Armes
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About
Plage Place d'Armes is located on the Geneva Lake and it is in the 20th place out of 46 beaches in the Vaud region The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray fine pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Plage Place d'Armes coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, diving.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage de la Cure d'Air, which has a rating of 7.5.
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Plage Place d'Armes (Vaud) is located outside the Saint-Prex settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Plage Place d'Armes with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"Pebble family beach, equipped with a diving board, a toilet, trash cans and enough space."
Judes Tasset
"Local beach where our children and grandchildren enjoyed swimming etc. Now adults enjoy swimming, paddle boarding, para sailing."
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User reviews
"Pebble family beach, equipped with a diving board, a toilet, trash cans and enough space."
Judes Tasset
"Local beach where our children and grandchildren enjoyed swimming etc. Now adults enjoy swimming, paddle boarding, para sailing."
ASIF IBRAHIM
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom
Morges 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Allaman 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Preverenges 0.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Saint-Sulpice 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble
Perroy 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Rolle 0.9 km
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water, Beach activities rent
Thonon-les-Bains 1.5 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom
Amphion-les-Bains 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Chavannes 1.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Lausanne 1.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water
Evian-les-Bains 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Beach activities rent, Good for Sup surfing
Anthy-sur-Leman 0.5 km
What to do in Plage Place d'Armes? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
The deeper you dive, the more interesting the surrounding scenery - that's how you can characterize Plage Place d'Armes, but that doesn't mean that landscapes are uninteresting and it's better to spend all your time underwater. The fact is that one of the key activities on the beach is diving. Here you can scuba dive not only as a professional, but also a beginner, as there are several companies along the coast engaged in diving and diver training. Take advantage.
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 Place d'Armes 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.
In most cases, the question What to do on Plage Place d'Armes 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
Transport
- GVA• 38.3km
- Cully, Gare• 20.4km
- Morges• 4.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage Place d'Armes?
The Plage Place d'Armes is covered with gray small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.
What are the key activities at Plage Place d'Armes?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage Place d'Armes, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Plage Place d'Armes is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Diving
Is the Plage Place d'Armes good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Plage Place d'Armes 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.
Is the Plage Place d'Armes 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 small pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Plage Place d'Armes secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Plage Place d'Armes is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage Place d'Armes?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Plage Place d'Armes.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage Place d'Armes?
There are 115 places to stay in the Plage Place d'Armes area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage Place d'Armes include:
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How far is the Plage Place d'Armes from parking?
The Plage Place d'Armes 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 Place d'Armes?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage Place d'Armes is July. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in July, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 3°C and water 0°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
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