What is the water and sand quality of the Source beach?

The coastline of Source 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 Source beach?

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

Is the Source beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Source beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.So the overall recommendation of the Source beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Source 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 gentle.

Is the Source beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Source beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Crêperie de la Source is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Source beach?

There are 184 places to stay in the Source beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Source beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1882401&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Golden Tulip Pornic</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=624964&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Beau Soleil</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1714703&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">La Belgerie</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3207866&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">L'appart des lutins</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6252805&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Le Chant des Pierres - En Coeur de Ville</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6219672&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Le Chant des Pierres - Entre Terre et Mer</a></li></ul>

How far is the Source beach from parking?

The Source 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 Source beach?

There are 4 attractions near Source beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pêcheries located in 0.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Source beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Source beach is July. Its average value reaches 22°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 20°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?

Source beach (Loire-Atlantique) 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.Source beach (Loire-Atlantique) 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 Source beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Source beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Source beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Source beach and the settlement

Source beach

Pornic, France

7.9

#35 out of 150 in Pays de la Loire 6

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

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Located within the settlement

Pornic • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Aire de Jeux du Chateau

1.1km

Playground Parcours sportif

2.4km

Playground Centre Monval Calypso

2.8km

Playground Air de jeux

7.7km

Playground Aire de jeux Porte de Comberge

9km

Playground Brise de mer

9.1km

Playground Pumptrack Hurricane Tracks Saint-michel-chef

9.1km

Playground Aire de jeu de Préfailles

9.6km

Park La Ria Botanical Garden

920m

Park Retz Garden

1km

Hiking Area Point de vue

1km

Park Picnic area

1.1km

Park naturel Garden

1.2km

Park Théâtre de Verdure

1.9km

Park LES GRANGES

2.8km

Hiking Area Corniche du Porteau

3.4km

Hiking Area Голова дракона (dragon head)

3.5km

Restaurant Crêperie de la Source

9 - Excellent 60m

Restaurant Restaurant Le 21

9 - Excellent 300m

Pizza Restaurant Le Café du Port

7.4 - Good 930m

Restaurant Le Quai 34

8 - Very good 990m

Restaurant LE CADRAN

8.2 - Very good 1km

Restaurant Marius Pornic

7.8 - Very good 1km

French Restaurant Le Retz Restaurant Pornic

9.2 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant Le Château

7 - Good 1km

French Restaurant Bistronomi'k

9.4 - Excellent 1km

Supermarket U Express et Drive

760m

Ice Cream Shop La Fraiseraie - Pornic Port

9.2 - Excellent 1km

Grocery Store L'Ilot Gourmand

1km

Supermarket Netto

2km

Supermarket Intermarché SUPER Pornic

2km

Supermarket U Drive

2.4km

Supermarket Super U et Drive

2.4km

Bakery Boulangerie Pâtisserie O'rustique

9.4 - Excellent 2.5km

Supermarket Lidl

2.6km

Tourist Attraction Pêcheries

10 - Exceptional 170m

Tourist Attraction Atlantic HOPPER

9.8 - Exceptional 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Plage de Montbeau

10 - Exceptional 2.4km

Church Church in Sainte Marie

2.6km

Tourist Attraction Strand pornic

8 - Very good 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Cyprès de Lambert de portmain

8 - Very good 5.4km

Tourist Attraction Plage

7.8km

Tourist Attraction Tharon plage

8.5km

Tourist Attraction Teu pai

8.5km

Historical Landmark Tumulus Des Mousseaux

1.6km

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About

Source beach is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 21th place out of 81 beaches in the Loire-Atlantique region 43 km away from its center, the city of Nantes. It is one of the beaches of Pornic settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+20 ^o C +15 ^o C

Air temperature

5.9 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Pornic • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Aire de Jeux du Chateau

1.1km

Playground Parcours sportif

2.4km

Playground Centre Monval Calypso

2.8km

Playground Air de jeux

7.7km

Playground Aire de jeux Porte de Comberge

9km

Playground Brise de mer

9.1km

Playground Pumptrack Hurricane Tracks Saint-michel-chef

9.1km

Playground Aire de jeu de Préfailles

9.6km

Park La Ria Botanical Garden

920m

Park Retz Garden

1km

Hiking Area Point de vue

1km

Park Picnic area

1.1km

Park naturel Garden

1.2km

Park Théâtre de Verdure

1.9km

Park LES GRANGES

2.8km

Hiking Area Corniche du Porteau

3.4km

Hiking Area Голова дракона (dragon head)

3.5km

Restaurant Crêperie de la Source

9 - Excellent 60m

Restaurant Restaurant Le 21

9 - Excellent 300m

Pizza Restaurant Le Café du Port

7.4 - Good 930m

Restaurant Le Quai 34

8 - Very good 990m

Restaurant LE CADRAN

8.2 - Very good 1km

Restaurant Marius Pornic

7.8 - Very good 1km

French Restaurant Le Retz Restaurant Pornic

9.2 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant Le Château

7 - Good 1km

French Restaurant Bistronomi'k

9.4 - Excellent 1km

Supermarket U Express et Drive

760m

Ice Cream Shop La Fraiseraie - Pornic Port

9.2 - Excellent 1km

Grocery Store L'Ilot Gourmand

1km

Supermarket Netto

2km

Supermarket Intermarché SUPER Pornic

2km

Supermarket U Drive

2.4km

Supermarket Super U et Drive

2.4km

Bakery Boulangerie Pâtisserie O'rustique

9.4 - Excellent 2.5km

Supermarket Lidl

2.6km

Tourist Attraction Pêcheries

10 - Exceptional 170m

Tourist Attraction Atlantic HOPPER

9.8 - Exceptional 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Plage de Montbeau

10 - Exceptional 2.4km

Church Church in Sainte Marie

2.6km

Tourist Attraction Strand pornic

8 - Very good 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Cyprès de Lambert de portmain

8 - Very good 5.4km

Tourist Attraction Plage

7.8km

Tourist Attraction Tharon plage

8.5km

Tourist Attraction Teu pai

8.5km

Historical Landmark Tumulus Des Mousseaux

1.6km

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Located at nearest locality

Pornic • 8.2km from center

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Localities

Nearest

Pornic • 1.1km

Main locality of province

Nantes • 43km

Transport

Airport

SNR • 23.1km

Bus Station

Gare routière • 16.5km

Train Station

Pornic Train Station • 920m

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7.9 Very good

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Dahlia Mainor

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

4 Frustrating

The beach is small but it's a decent spot to relax, however, it doesn't offer much else. It's worth mentioning that the beach has beautiful golden sand.