What is the water and sand quality of the Plage du Grain de Sel?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gray color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water near the beach is clean and almost blue in sunny weather. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.

What are the key activities at Plage du Grain de Sel?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage du Grain de Sel, 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 du Grain de Sel is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>

Is the Plage du Grain de Sel good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.Plage du Grain de Sel does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.So the overall recommendation of the Plage du Grain de Sel for swimming is positive.

Is the Plage du Grain de Sel 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Plage du Grain de Sel secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Plage du Grain de Sel 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 beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature </li><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Plage du Grain de Sel?

Plage du Grain de Sel can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers (caravans / tent)</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage du Grain de Sel?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Plage du Grain de Sel.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Les jardins du minigolf is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Plage du Grain de Sel?

There are 121 places to stay in the Plage du Grain de Sel area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage du Grain de Sel include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4843264&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Chambres d'hotes & jacuzzi - A l'ombre des amandiers</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1511997&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">B&B / Chambre d'hotes 'Du reve O naturel' entre Ardeche et Gard</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1082287&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Domaine de l'Osage</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2515916&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Gite AXALY Gorges de l'Ardeche</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6195773&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bienvenue Chez Romane</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6179949&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">ARDECHE - Nia - Studio equipe</a></li></ul>

How far is the Plage du Grain de Sel from parking?

The Plage du Grain de Sel 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 du Grain de Sel?

There are 1 attractions near Plage du Grain de Sel that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Grotte Saint-Marcel located in 3.9 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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Plage du Grain de Sel

Grain de Sel Beach

Saint-Martin-dʼArdèche, France

#35 out of 126 in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Beach activities rent Good for Sup surfing Good for Kayaking

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Located within the settlement

Saint-Martin-d'Ardeche • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Playground Terrain Multisports "Marmot"

1.4km

Playground Quart du tube

2km

Hiking Area Aiguèze circuit de randonnée

460m

Hiking Area Sentier de randonnée

900m

Hiking Area Ardèche

1.3km

Hiking Area Canyon des Gueulards

1.3km

Hiking Area Départ randonnée Rive Gauche de l'Ardèche

1.6km

Restaurant Les jardins du minigolf

8.2 - Very good 220m

Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria Del Mano - Pizzas Ardéchoise

9.2 - Excellent 250m

Restaurant Le Crépuscule

9.4 - Excellent 270m

Restaurant Bistrot "Le Trempe Q"

8.8 - Excellent 280m

Restaurant Le Comptoir des Sarrasins

9.8 - Exceptional 440m

Cafe Café Chabot

8.6 - Excellent 460m

Restaurant Restaurant le Camargue

8.4 - Very good 470m

Restaurant Restaurant Le Bouchon

9.2 - Excellent 480m

Restaurant Bistro Rive Droite

9.6 - Exceptional 480m

Supermarket Magasin UTILE Saint-Julien de Peyrolas

900m

Tourist Attraction Plage de Sauze

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Grotte Saint-Marcel

3.7km

Place Of Worship La Chartreuse-De-Valbonne

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Grotte de la Madeleine

7.5km

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About

Plage du Grain de Sel is located on the Ardeche riv and it is in the 7th place out of 21 beaches in the Ardeche region 48.3 km away from its center, the city of Privas. It is one of the beaches of Saint-Martin-d'Ardeche settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Located within the settlement

Saint-Martin-d'Ardeche • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Playground Terrain Multisports "Marmot"

1.4km

Playground Quart du tube

2km

Hiking Area Aiguèze circuit de randonnée

460m

Hiking Area Sentier de randonnée

900m

Hiking Area Ardèche

1.3km

Hiking Area Canyon des Gueulards

1.3km

Hiking Area Départ randonnée Rive Gauche de l'Ardèche

1.6km

Restaurant Les jardins du minigolf

8.2 - Very good 220m

Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria Del Mano - Pizzas Ardéchoise

9.2 - Excellent 250m

Restaurant Le Crépuscule

9.4 - Excellent 270m

Restaurant Bistrot "Le Trempe Q"

8.8 - Excellent 280m

Restaurant Le Comptoir des Sarrasins

9.8 - Exceptional 440m

Cafe Café Chabot

8.6 - Excellent 460m

Restaurant Restaurant le Camargue

8.4 - Very good 470m

Restaurant Restaurant Le Bouchon

9.2 - Excellent 480m

Restaurant Bistro Rive Droite

9.6 - Exceptional 480m

Supermarket Magasin UTILE Saint-Julien de Peyrolas

900m

Tourist Attraction Plage de Sauze

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Grotte Saint-Marcel

3.7km

Place Of Worship La Chartreuse-De-Valbonne

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Grotte de la Madeleine

7.5km

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Located at nearest locality

Saint-Martin-d'Ardeche • 5.3km from center

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6.6km from the beach

9 Excellent

Domaine de l'Osage

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Saint-Martin-d'Ardeche • 6.4km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Saint-Martin-d'Ardeche • 320m

Main locality of province

Privas • 48.3km

Transport

Airport

OBS • 30.5km

Bus Station

Station Thermale • 29.6km

Train Station

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Plage du Grain de Sel

Grain de Sel Beach

Saint-Martin-dʼArdèche, France

Playground Terrain Multisports "Marmot"

Playground Quart du tube

Hiking Area Aiguèze circuit de randonnée

Hiking Area Sentier de randonnée

Hiking Area Ardèche

Hiking Area Canyon des Gueulards

Hiking Area Départ randonnée Rive Gauche de l'Ardèche

Restaurant Les jardins du minigolf

Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria Del Mano - Pizzas Ardéchoise

Restaurant Le Crépuscule

Restaurant Bistrot "Le Trempe Q"

Restaurant Le Comptoir des Sarrasins

Cafe Café Chabot

Restaurant Restaurant le Camargue

Restaurant Restaurant Le Bouchon

Restaurant Bistro Rive Droite

Supermarket Magasin UTILE Saint-Julien de Peyrolas

Tourist Attraction Plage de Sauze

Tourist Attraction Grotte Saint-Marcel

Place Of Worship La Chartreuse-De-Valbonne

Tourist Attraction Grotte de la Madeleine

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Saint-Martin-d'Ardeche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Ardeche

Playground Terrain Multisports "Marmot"

Playground Quart du tube

Hiking Area Aiguèze circuit de randonnée

Hiking Area Sentier de randonnée

Hiking Area Ardèche

Hiking Area Canyon des Gueulards

Hiking Area Départ randonnée Rive Gauche de l'Ardèche

Restaurant Les jardins du minigolf

Pizza Restaurant Pizzeria Del Mano - Pizzas Ardéchoise

Restaurant Le Crépuscule

Restaurant Bistrot "Le Trempe Q"

Restaurant Le Comptoir des Sarrasins

Cafe Café Chabot

Restaurant Restaurant le Camargue

Restaurant Restaurant Le Bouchon

Restaurant Bistro Rive Droite

Supermarket Magasin UTILE Saint-Julien de Peyrolas

Tourist Attraction Plage de Sauze

Tourist Attraction Grotte Saint-Marcel

Place Of Worship La Chartreuse-De-Valbonne

Tourist Attraction Grotte de la Madeleine

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

Nearest Beaches

Localities

Saint-Martin-d'Ardeche • 320m

Privas • 48.3km

Transport

OBS • 30.5km

Station Thermale • 29.6km

Pont-Saint-Esprit • 8.3km

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