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7.7

Very good

Plage de la Torchere

Plage de la Torchère

LʼHerbe, France

#50 out of 133 in New Aquitaine

7.7

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access White sand Sand bottom

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Located outside the settlement

Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul • 6.1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Le Pavillon Bleu

7.6 - Very good 550m

Bar Cap ou Pas Cap

8.6 - Excellent 900m

Restaurant Mayzou

9.4 - Excellent 950m

Fast Food Restaurant Chez Nounours

8 - Very good 990m

Restaurant ROC SEVEN CAP-FERRET

9.2 - Excellent 990m

Cafe Ferret Coffee Shop

9.6 - Exceptional 1.1km

Restaurant Hôtel des Pins

8.6 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Sail Fish Café

7 - Good 1.2km

Restaurant White Garden

8 - Very good 1.2km

Park Jardins Capiens

710m

Hiking Area Croisement chemin maison Cap Ferret

770m

Hiking Area Piste cyclable du Cap-Ferret

920m

Hiking Area Sentier de la Vigne

1.1km

Park Alain Boulan Garden

1.4km

Park Aire de jeu club de voile du Pyla sur Mer

5km

Park Salle Tir au Vol - Plage Pereire

5.1km

Park Dulas Community Garden

6km

Park Place fleming

6.5km

Playground Aire de jeux Mimbeau

1.2km

Playground Le raid des oiseaux

1.6km

Playground Street workout

5km

Playground Aire de jeux Parc Meller

5km

Playground Aire de jeux pour enfants

5.9km

Playground Espace Jeux Bas Fond Dulas

6km

Dog Park Espace chien

6.7km

Playground Espace jeux parc mauresque

6.8km

Supermarket Celestino Sarl

900m

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

910m

Ice Cream Shop Sorbet d'Amour

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

6km

Supermarket MONOPRIX ARCACHON

6.7km

Ice Cream Shop Glaces Moustache Arcachon Artisan Glacier

9.4 - Excellent 6.7km

Supermarket CARREFOUR CITY DES MARQUISES

7km

Supermarket E.Leclerc ARCACHON

7.2km

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

7.2km

Tourist Attraction Plage de l'océan

9.2 - Excellent 130m

Tourist Attraction Plage des Dunes

770m

Tourist Attraction Le Phare du Cap Ferret

1km

Tourist Attraction Eglise Notre Dame des Flots

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Plage de la Vigne

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Church Chapel of the Algerian villa

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Plage Cap Ferret ouest

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Réservoirs de Piraillan

9 - Excellent 3km

Tourist Attraction débarcadère du Moulleau

9.6 - Exceptional 4.5km

Historical Landmark Blockhaus

9.6km

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About

Plage de la Torchere is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 15th place out of 27 beaches in the Gironde region 56.7 km away from its center, the city of Bordeaux. It is one of the beaches of Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul settlement, just 6.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and white sand, 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 de la Torchere 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.

To get to the beach, you need to take a short promenade. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage Du Truc Vert, which has a rating of 7.9.

Plage de la Torchere (Gironde) is located outside the Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul 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 de la Torchere 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.

Weather

history

+21 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

8.3 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul • 6.1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Le Pavillon Bleu

7.6 - Very good 550m

Bar Cap ou Pas Cap

8.6 - Excellent 900m

Restaurant Mayzou

9.4 - Excellent 950m

Fast Food Restaurant Chez Nounours

8 - Very good 990m

Restaurant ROC SEVEN CAP-FERRET

9.2 - Excellent 990m

Cafe Ferret Coffee Shop

9.6 - Exceptional 1.1km

Restaurant Hôtel des Pins

8.6 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Sail Fish Café

7 - Good 1.2km

Restaurant White Garden

8 - Very good 1.2km

Park Jardins Capiens

710m

Hiking Area Croisement chemin maison Cap Ferret

770m

Hiking Area Piste cyclable du Cap-Ferret

920m

Hiking Area Sentier de la Vigne

1.1km

Park Alain Boulan Garden

1.4km

Park Aire de jeu club de voile du Pyla sur Mer

5km

Park Salle Tir au Vol - Plage Pereire

5.1km

Park Dulas Community Garden

6km

Park Place fleming

6.5km

Playground Aire de jeux Mimbeau

1.2km

Playground Le raid des oiseaux

1.6km

Playground Street workout

5km

Playground Aire de jeux Parc Meller

5km

Playground Aire de jeux pour enfants

5.9km

Playground Espace Jeux Bas Fond Dulas

6km

Dog Park Espace chien

6.7km

Playground Espace jeux parc mauresque

6.8km

Supermarket Celestino Sarl

900m

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

910m

Ice Cream Shop Sorbet d'Amour

8.8 - Excellent 1.2km

Supermarket Carrefour Express

6km

Supermarket MONOPRIX ARCACHON

6.7km

Ice Cream Shop Glaces Moustache Arcachon Artisan Glacier

9.4 - Excellent 6.7km

Supermarket CARREFOUR CITY DES MARQUISES

7km

Supermarket E.Leclerc ARCACHON

7.2km

Supermarket Casino Supermarché

7.2km

Tourist Attraction Plage de l'océan

9.2 - Excellent 130m

Tourist Attraction Plage des Dunes

770m

Tourist Attraction Le Phare du Cap Ferret

1km

Tourist Attraction Eglise Notre Dame des Flots

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Plage de la Vigne

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Church Chapel of the Algerian villa

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Plage Cap Ferret ouest

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Réservoirs de Piraillan

9 - Excellent 3km

Tourist Attraction débarcadère du Moulleau

9.6 - Exceptional 4.5km

Historical Landmark Blockhaus

9.6km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1.3km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

la maison face au port

Entire Apartment

Les Jacquets • 5.1km from center

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2km from the beach

7.8 Very good

Le Lodge du Cap Ferret

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Les Jacquets • 4.8km from center

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2.2km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

VILLA DES SITTELLES au CAP FERRET

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul • 4.1km from center

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Holiday Home Horizon - CFE110 by Interhome

2.4km from the beach

5.6 Pleasant

Holiday Home Horizon - CFE110 by Interhome

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul • 4.6km from center

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2.4km from the beach

8.2 Very good

La Fregate

Hotel

Les Jacquets • 4.2km from center

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Idyllic Chalet right near the dunes in Cap Ferret

2.6km from the beach

9 Excellent

Idyllic Chalet right near the dunes in Cap Ferret

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul • 4.8km from center

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Comfortable, renovated Studio in top Cap Ferret location, 1st line with bay view

2.7km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Comfortable, renovated Studio in top Cap Ferret location, 1st line with bay view

Entire Apartment

Les Jacquets • 3.8km from center

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2.8km from the beach

8.3 Very good

Cote Sable

Hotel

Les Jacquets • 4km from center

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3km from the beach

7.7 Very good

les cabanes

Entire Apartment

Les Jacquets • 6.6km from center

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3.1km from the beach

6.2 Pleasant

Ferret vacances

Entire Apartment

Les Jacquets • 4.1km from center

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Centre Cap-ferret, les chambres du phare, bassin

3.2km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Centre Cap-ferret, les chambres du phare, bassin

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Les Jacquets • 4.3km from center

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3.7km from the beach

6.5 Good

Studio La Canonniere

Entire Apartment

Les Jacquets • 7km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.4km 19 min walk

Plage de la Vigne Plage de la Vigne

7.3 Good

2.2km

Plage des Americains Plage des Americains

7.6 Very good

4.4km

Connected beach

Plage Du Truc Vert Plage Du Truc Vert

7.9 Very good

Popular beach 5.3km

Pereire Beach Pereire Beach

7.7 Very good

5.6km

Connected beach

Pointe du Cap Ferret Pointe du Cap Ferret

7.4 Good

5.6km

Plage des Arbousiers Plage des Arbousiers

7.8 Very good

6km

Plage du Moulleau Plage du Moulleau

8.1 Very good

Popular beach 7.4km

Arcachon Beach Arcachon Beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Ancien Sanatorium Vincent de Paul • 6.1km

Main locality of province

Bordeaux • 56.7km

Transport

Airport

FBS • 35.6km

Bus Station

Peixotto (Tram B) • 54.4km

Train Station

Petit Train • 2.3km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.7 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.7 Very good

Elena K

8 Very good

This place is a fantastic destination to explore, with its vast stretches of stunning sandy beaches. However, keep in mind that there is a slight uphill trek to reach the beach from the main sand dune, and the same uphill journey awaits you at the end of the day.

October 2023

Paula Frasier

10 Exceptional

The beach is really pleasant and not overly crowded, but it's worth mentioning that the water has a peculiarly strong current.

October 2023

René Dupont

2 Very poor

The beach in Cap-Ferret is the worst I've visited. The locals are very strict and don't allow surfing. Additionally, the beach is not well-maintained and requires a difficult climb up a steep sand dune. The parking situation is also not ideal. Moreover, they burn gas at the torchère, which creates a terrible smell. L'horizon is definitely a better alternative.

October 2023

Sara Jovanovic

10 Exceptional

A tranquil spot, perfect for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of city living.

October 2023

Ezra Thompson

10 Exceptional

The beach is long and clean, making it an excellent spot for kitesurfing.

October 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Plage de la Torchere?

The coastline of Plage de la Torchere is covered with snow-white sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. 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 de la Torchere?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage de la Torchere, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Plage de la Torchere good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Plage de la Torchere does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Plage de la Torchere 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Plage de la Torchere secluded and good for relaxing?

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 de la Torchere?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Plage de la Torchere.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.White Garden is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Plage de la Torchere?

There are 544 places to stay in the Plage de la Torchere area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage de la Torchere include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Plage de la Torchere from parking?

The Plage de la Torchere has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to walk along the trail for half a kilometer to reach the beach.

Are there any attractions nearby Plage de la Torchere?

There are 4 attractions near Plage de la Torchere that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Plage de l'océan located in 2.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Plage de la Torchere?

The month with the highest temperature in Plage de la Torchere is July. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 10°C and water 11°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Plage de la Torchere (Gironde) 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.Plage de la Torchere (Gironde) 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.