What is the water and sand quality of the Petit Bec beach?

The coastline of Petit Bec beach 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 Petit Bec beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Petit Bec beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Petit Bec beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Kite and windsurfing </li><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring) </li><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Petit Bec 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.Petit Bec beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. 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 Petit Bec beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Petit Bec 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 Petit Bec beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. 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 Petit Bec beach?

Petit Bec beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Petit Bec beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Petit Bec beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.MAAU café is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Petit Bec beach?

There are 119 places to stay in the Petit Bec beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Petit Bec beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=180529&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Les Dunes</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=444772&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel de l'Atlantique</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1389816&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Maison Face au Soleil</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5639155&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Magnifique retaise-hyper centre le Bois-Plage-en-Re</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4451345&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Le Reve, les pieds dans l'eau, face a l'Ile de Re</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6012467&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Appartement Ars-en-Re, 3 pieces, 4 personnes - FR-1-434-54</a></li></ul>

How far is the Petit Bec beach from parking?

The Petit Bec 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 Petit Bec beach?

There are 1 attractions near Petit Bec beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Plage de la côte sauvage located in 3.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Petit Bec beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Petit Bec beach is July. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 10°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Petit Bec beach (Charente-Maritime) 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.Petit Bec beach (Charente-Maritime) 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.

Photo of Petit Bec beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Petit Bec beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Petit Bec beach with long straight shore

Photo of Petit Bec beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Petit Bec beach located in natural area

Petit Bec beach

La Rivière, France

7.8

#91 out of 266 in New Aquitaine 6

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for Surfing

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Located outside the settlement

Les Portes-en-Re • 1.8 km

Map of beach

Playground Portes en Re Ping Pong Table

1.2km

Playground Le City

1.3km

Playground Aire de jeux

1.3km

Playground Aire de jeux

6.2km

Playground Espace de jeux pour enfants

9.2km

Park Maison du Fier

1.8km

Park La Réserve naturelle nationale de Lilleau des Niges

2.7km

Farm Les Huitres De Trousse Chemise

9 - Excellent 2.8km

Hiking Area Circuit de la Tour

3km

Park Trousse chemise

3.2km

Hiking Area Randonnée Loix

6.2km

Hiking Area Henry IV Woods

7.6km

Park Plage de La Couarde-Sur-Mer

8.4km

Park Square Roger Bonnin

9.2km

Restaurant Chasse-Marée

8.8 - Excellent 930m

Meal Takeaway La Pizzenne

940m

Restaurant Restaurant La Bazenne

7.6 - Very good 950m

Restaurant Lilleau 2

7.2 - Good 960m

Pizza Restaurant Le Snack

9 - Excellent 960m

Fast Food Restaurant Chez Biscott

8.4 - Very good 970m

Pizza Restaurant PIZZERIA AU COIN DU FEU

9 - Excellent 1km

French Restaurant Le Concept hôtel brasserie pub

8.2 - Very good 1km

Restaurant Restaurant Le Bout du Monde

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Supermarket Carrefour Contact

1.2km

Convenience Store SPAR

6.1km

Bakery Place des Délices

8.6 - Excellent 6.3km

Supermarket Carrefour Contact

9.2km

Tourist Attraction Plage de la côte sauvage

2.9km

Place Of Worship Clocher d'Ars-en-Ré

4.7km

Tourist Attraction Pointe de Grignon

5.2km

Museum Ecomuseum Marais Salant

5.3km

Night Club La Pergola Discothèque

6.8 - Good 9.2km

Movie Theater La Maline

8.2 - Very good 9.3km

Historical Landmark Phare des Baleines

2.6km

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About

Petit Bec beach is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 13th place out of 91 beaches in the Charente-Maritime region 30.3 km away from its center, the city of Ла Рошель. It is one of the beaches of Les Portes-en-Re settlement, just 1.8 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

history

+21 ^o C +16 ^o C

Air temperature

6.7 M/S

Wind

+20 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Les Portes-en-Re • 1.8 km

Map of beach

Playground Portes en Re Ping Pong Table

1.2km

Playground Le City

1.3km

Playground Aire de jeux

1.3km

Playground Aire de jeux

6.2km

Playground Espace de jeux pour enfants

9.2km

Park Maison du Fier

1.8km

Park La Réserve naturelle nationale de Lilleau des Niges

2.7km

Farm Les Huitres De Trousse Chemise

9 - Excellent 2.8km

Hiking Area Circuit de la Tour

3km

Park Trousse chemise

3.2km

Hiking Area Randonnée Loix

6.2km

Hiking Area Henry IV Woods

7.6km

Park Plage de La Couarde-Sur-Mer

8.4km

Park Square Roger Bonnin

9.2km

Restaurant Chasse-Marée

8.8 - Excellent 930m

Meal Takeaway La Pizzenne

940m

Restaurant Restaurant La Bazenne

7.6 - Very good 950m

Restaurant Lilleau 2

7.2 - Good 960m

Pizza Restaurant Le Snack

9 - Excellent 960m

Fast Food Restaurant Chez Biscott

8.4 - Very good 970m

Pizza Restaurant PIZZERIA AU COIN DU FEU

9 - Excellent 1km

French Restaurant Le Concept hôtel brasserie pub

8.2 - Very good 1km

Restaurant Restaurant Le Bout du Monde

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Supermarket Carrefour Contact

1.2km

Convenience Store SPAR

6.1km

Bakery Place des Délices

8.6 - Excellent 6.3km

Supermarket Carrefour Contact

9.2km

Tourist Attraction Plage de la côte sauvage

2.9km

Place Of Worship Clocher d'Ars-en-Ré

4.7km

Tourist Attraction Pointe de Grignon

5.2km

Museum Ecomuseum Marais Salant

5.3km

Night Club La Pergola Discothèque

6.8 - Good 9.2km

Movie Theater La Maline

8.2 - Very good 9.3km

Historical Landmark Phare des Baleines

2.6km

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Le Martray • 7.5km from center

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9.1km from the beach

Maison de 3 chambres a La Couarde sur Mer avec jardin clos et WiFi a 400 m de la plage

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Le Martray • 7.6km from center

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11.4km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Hotel Les Dunes

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La Tranche-sur-Mer • 10.9km from center

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11.6km from the beach

7.8 Very good

Residence de L'Ocean

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Located at nearest locality

Les Biraudes • 10.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.1km

Connected beach

Conche of Whales beach

7.2 Good

2.3km

Plage du Marchais

7.6 Very good

2.5km

Plage Des Enfants

7.2 Good

3.7km

Saint Clement beach

6.2 Pleasant

4.3km

Trousse-Chemise beach Plage De Trousse-Chemise

7.8 Very good

4.7km

Campiotel beach

6.2 Pleasant

5.9km

Plage de la Pointe de Grignon

6.9 Good

6.6km

Plage Le Martray

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Les Portes-en-Re • 1.8km

Main locality of province

La Rochelle • 30.3km

Transport

Airport

LRH • 26.4km

Bus Station

Stop Porte Dauphine • 30km

Train Station

La Rochelle Porte Dauphine • 29.9km

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7.8 Very good

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Nicolette Renard

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely beautiful with its golden sand, making it a perfect spot for sunbathing and relaxing. It is truly a breathtaking sight and a must-visit for anyone looking to unwind and soak up the sun.