What is the water and sand quality of the Plage Royan?

The coastline of Plage Royan 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 Royan?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Plage Royan has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Plage Royan is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring) </li><li>Surfing</li></ul>Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball</li></ul>

Is the Plage Royan 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 Royan 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 Royan for swimming is very positive.

Is the Plage Royan good for families?

Yes, the Plage Royan is good place for families with children. 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 Royan secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Plage Royan 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 Royan?

Plage Royan can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Families with children </li><li>Senior people</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage Royan?

The bar is located right on the Plage Royan.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurant Odil is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Plage Royan?

There are 448 places to stay in the Plage Royan area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage Royan include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=55453&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Colinette</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2677942&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Studio Plage Royan</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6541482&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Appart 6 personnes, 3 min a pied de la plage et du centre ville</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5416123&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Royan plage</a></li></ul>

How far is the Plage Royan from parking?

The Plage Royan 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 Plage Royan?

There are 3 attractions near Plage Royan that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Phare de Saint-Georges-de-Didonne located in 1.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Plage Royan?

The month with the highest temperature in Plage Royan is July. Its average value reaches 24°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?

Plage Royan (Charente-Maritime) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.

Photo of Plage Royan with bright sand surface

Photo of Plage Royan with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Plage Royan with long straight shore

Photo of Plage Royan with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Plage Royan - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Plage Royan

Royan, France

7.8

#91 out of 266 in New Aquitaine 2

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

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Located within the settlement

Le Parc • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Playground Aire de jeux pour enfants

1.1km

Park Jardin du Parc

340m

Park La tache verte

830m

Park Parc du Palais des congrès

1.2km

Zoo Planet Exotica

1.2km

Park Lac d’Enlias

1.4km

Restaurant Restaurant Odil

8.2 - Very good 50m

French Restaurant Le Cardinal des Mers

8.4 - Very good 410m

Pizza Restaurant Pizza Cosy

9.4 - Excellent 710m

Restaurant L'Atelier Royan

9.2 - Excellent 980m

Restaurant Le Mogador

8.6 - Excellent 1km

Bar Le Floor

8.4 - Very good 1km

French Restaurant Le Petit Bouchon

9 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant L’instant

8.8 - Excellent 1.1km

Seafood Restaurant Le Carrelet

8.6 - Excellent 1.1km

Supermarket Supérette de Didonne

880m

Bakery Le Grenier à Pain Royan

8.8 - Excellent 990m

Supermarket Utile

1000m

Supermarket U Express

1km

Supermarket U Express et Drive

1.1km

Supermarket ALDI

1.3km

Supermarket Super U et Drive

1.5km

Supermarket Carrefour City

1.5km

Supermarket Lidl

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Phare de Saint-Georges-de-Didonne

840m

Church Église Notre-Dame de Royan

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Plage du Chay

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Plage du Chay

1.9km

Museum Phare de Grave

5.8km

Museum Maison des Douanes

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Plage du Platin

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Grottes du Régulus

6.9km

Tourist Attraction Plage de la Chambrette

7.1km

Casino Casino Barrière Royan

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Amusement Center COOLONGALOOK Adventure Park

3.9km

Historical Landmark Fort de Suzac

3.3km

Historical Landmark Pointe de Grave (Pointe de la Gironde)

5.2km

Historical Landmark Le Pont Du Diable

6.7km

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About

Plage Royan is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 13th place out of 91 beaches in the Charente-Maritime region 61.7 km away from its center, the city of La Rochelle. It is one of the beaches of Le Parc settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+22 ^o C +16 ^o C

Air temperature

7.4 M/S

Wind

+20 ^o C

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Le Parc • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Playground Aire de jeux pour enfants

1.1km

Park Jardin du Parc

340m

Park La tache verte

830m

Park Parc du Palais des congrès

1.2km

Zoo Planet Exotica

1.2km

Park Lac d’Enlias

1.4km

Restaurant Restaurant Odil

8.2 - Very good 50m

French Restaurant Le Cardinal des Mers

8.4 - Very good 410m

Pizza Restaurant Pizza Cosy

9.4 - Excellent 710m

Restaurant L'Atelier Royan

9.2 - Excellent 980m

Restaurant Le Mogador

8.6 - Excellent 1km

Bar Le Floor

8.4 - Very good 1km

French Restaurant Le Petit Bouchon

9 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant L’instant

8.8 - Excellent 1.1km

Seafood Restaurant Le Carrelet

8.6 - Excellent 1.1km

Supermarket Supérette de Didonne

880m

Bakery Le Grenier à Pain Royan

8.8 - Excellent 990m

Supermarket Utile

1000m

Supermarket U Express

1km

Supermarket U Express et Drive

1.1km

Supermarket ALDI

1.3km

Supermarket Super U et Drive

1.5km

Supermarket Carrefour City

1.5km

Supermarket Lidl

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Phare de Saint-Georges-de-Didonne

840m

Church Église Notre-Dame de Royan

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Plage du Chay

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Plage du Chay

1.9km

Museum Phare de Grave

5.8km

Museum Maison des Douanes

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Plage du Platin

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Grottes du Régulus

6.9km

Tourist Attraction Plage de la Chambrette

7.1km

Casino Casino Barrière Royan

8.6 - Excellent 2.9km

Amusement Center COOLONGALOOK Adventure Park

3.9km

Historical Landmark Fort de Suzac

3.3km

Historical Landmark Pointe de Grave (Pointe de la Gironde)

5.2km

Historical Landmark Le Pont Du Diable

6.7km

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Located at nearest locality

Le Parc • 1.9km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.5km 20 min walk

Connected beach

Plage de la Grande-Conche

7.2 Good

1.9km 25 min walk

Plage de Royan

7.1 Good

2.4km

Plage St.Georges

7.6 Very good

2.6km

Plage du Chay

7.4 Good

2.9km

Plage du Pigeonnier

5.8 Pleasant

3.6km

Plage de Pontaillac

6.7 Good

4.6km

Plage de Saint-Sordelin

7.3 Good

4.8km

Plage de Suzac

8.4 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Le Parc • 480m

Main locality of province

La Rochelle • 61.7km

Transport

Airport

RYN • 3.4km

Bus Station

Rochefort • 37.3km

Train Station

Pointe de Grave • 6.6km

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7.8 Very good

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