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Photo of Fouras Central with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Fouras Central - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.3

Good

Fouras Central

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Fouras Central?

The bar is located right on the Fouras Central.There are 4 restaurants nearby.HORIZON Bar Crêperie Glaces. is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Fouras Central?

There are 175 places to stay in the Fouras Central area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Fouras Central include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=182560&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">ibis Styles La Rochelle Thalasso Châtelaillon</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1193463&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Logis Hotel L'Air Marin</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5709183&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">au paradis des hotes</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6731285&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">MAISON ENTRE LA ROCHELLE ET ROCHEFORT 3 ETOILES</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6719271&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">L'annexe de Gaston</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4463839&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Lavande</a></li></ul>

Fouras, France

#80 out of 133 in New Aquitaine

7.3

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Brown sand Sand bottom Fully waves protected Perfect for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Fouras • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Bar Les Bains du Sémaphore

7.4 - Good 60m

Bar HORIZON Bar Crêperie Glaces.

7.8 - Very good 80m

Restaurant Ti Sable

8.8 - Excellent 90m

Cafe Restaurant Le Bel'M

8.6 - Excellent 100m

Bar Les Salines

9 - Excellent 100m

Restaurant Hôtel Restaurant Le Galet Bleu

9 - Excellent 160m

Restaurant Pizz'Azzurra - Votre Restaurant italien à Fouras

8.8 - Excellent 170m

Restaurant Le Comptoir JOA de Fouras

8.8 - Excellent 180m

Cafe BOD SKAU

9.2 - Excellent 180m

Tourist Attraction Plage

8.6 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Les Salons du Parc

8.8 - Excellent 200m

Tourist Attraction Marché de Fouras

8.8 - Excellent 250m

Tourist Attraction Fort de l’Aiguille

8.6 - Excellent 320m

Tourist Attraction Stèle commémorative Napoléon

6 - Pleasant 390m

Tourist Attraction La Jetée de Fouras

440m

Tourist Attraction Pontons

9 - Excellent 550m

Tourist Attraction Feu de la pointe de la Fumée

8.8 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Les Carrelets de Fouras

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Casino Casino JOA de Fouras

150m

Historical Landmark Fouras Fort

80m

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About

Fouras Central is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 22th place out of 52 beaches in the Charente-Maritime region 19.4 km away from its center, the city of La Rochelle. It is one of the beaches of Fouras settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with blue water and brown sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is very crowded place during the season.

Fouras Central coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage Sud, which has a rating of 7.5.

Fouras Central is located in Charente-Maritime within Fouras, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+25 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

7.4 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Fouras • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Bar Les Bains du Sémaphore

7.4 - Good 60m

Bar HORIZON Bar Crêperie Glaces.

7.8 - Very good 80m

Restaurant Ti Sable

8.8 - Excellent 90m

Cafe Restaurant Le Bel'M

8.6 - Excellent 100m

Bar Les Salines

9 - Excellent 100m

Restaurant Hôtel Restaurant Le Galet Bleu

9 - Excellent 160m

Restaurant Pizz'Azzurra - Votre Restaurant italien à Fouras

8.8 - Excellent 170m

Restaurant Le Comptoir JOA de Fouras

8.8 - Excellent 180m

Cafe BOD SKAU

9.2 - Excellent 180m

Tourist Attraction Plage

8.6 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Les Salons du Parc

8.8 - Excellent 200m

Tourist Attraction Marché de Fouras

8.8 - Excellent 250m

Tourist Attraction Fort de l’Aiguille

8.6 - Excellent 320m

Tourist Attraction Stèle commémorative Napoléon

6 - Pleasant 390m

Tourist Attraction La Jetée de Fouras

440m

Tourist Attraction Pontons

9 - Excellent 550m

Tourist Attraction Feu de la pointe de la Fumée

8.8 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Les Carrelets de Fouras

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Casino Casino JOA de Fouras

150m

Historical Landmark Fouras Fort

80m

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

770m from the beach

9 Excellent

au paradis des hotes

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Fouras • 430m from center

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Residence Odalys Les Terrasses de Fort Boyard

820m from the beach

7.3 Good

Residence Odalys Les Terrasses de Fort Boyard

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Fouras • 590m from center

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2.1km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Azureva Fouras

Serviced Apartment

Vergeroux • 1.8km from center

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3.2km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

La Desirade

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Saint-Laurent-de-la-Pree • 2.8km from center

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4.7km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

L'annexe de Gaston

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Fouras • 4.5km from center

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4.7km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

La Roche bleue

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Saint-Laurent-de-la-Pree • 4.3km from center

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4.8km from the beach

7.7 Very good

Logis Hotel L'Air Marin

Hotel

Vergeroux • 4.6km from center

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MAISON ENTRE LA ROCHELLE ET ROCHEFORT 3 ETOILES

5.2km from the beach

8.2 Very good

MAISON ENTRE LA ROCHELLE ET ROCHEFORT 3 ETOILES

Entire Villa

Saint-Laurent-de-la-Pree • 4.8km from center

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7.4km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Villa Lavande

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Fouras • 7.4km from center

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Gite 3 etoiles 300m plage piscine privee grand jardin

7.7km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Gite 3 etoiles 300m plage piscine privee grand jardin

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Fouras • 7.7km from center

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ibis Styles La Rochelle Thalasso Châtelaillon

7.9km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

ibis Styles La Rochelle Thalasso Châtelaillon

Hotel

Chatelaillon-Plage • 8km from center

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Appartement Chatelaillon-Plage, 2 pieces, 4 personnes - FR-1-535-8

8.2km from the beach

7 Good

Appartement Chatelaillon-Plage, 2 pieces, 4 personnes - FR-1-535-8

Entire Apartment

Chatelaillon-Plage • 8.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.9 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

550m 7 min walk

Fouras Nord Fouras Nord

6.4 Pleasant

720m 9 min walk

Plage Sud Plage Sud

7.5 Very good

9.7km

Plage de Chatelaillon Plage de Chatelaillon

7.5 Very good

10.8km

Plage de Boyardville Plage de Boyardville

7.3 Good

12.1km

Plage Des Saumonards Plage Des Saumonards

7.7 Very good

14.2km

La Plage d'Aytre La Plage d'Aytre

5.6 Pleasant

15.1km

Plage de La Gautrelle Plage de La Gautrelle

7.3 Good

16.5km

Plage Du Roux Plage Du Roux

6 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Fouras • 420m

Main locality of province

La Rochelle • 19.4km

Transport

Airport

RCO • 14.2km

Bus Station

La Fumée • 2.2km

Train Station

Gare de Saint Laurent de la Prée Fouras • 5.6km

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Average Reviews rating

7.3 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.3 Good

Larissa Brantley

10 Exceptional

The beach is vast and untouched.

April 2023

Ethan Janson

10 Exceptional

This is a great urban beach with a rich history spanning over two centuries.

April 2023

Mark Rendell

10 Exceptional

Fouras is a charming French holiday destination with several beaches and delightful shops. Unlike Blackpool, it's not crowded, and you can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere. To avoid the muddy low tide, you can visit the seawater pool located at the end of the main beach. The town has plenty of great cafes and restaurants both on the beachfront and in the city center. Additionally, camping options are available nearby. Overall, Fouras is a hidden gem that I highly recommend.

April 2023

Lirin Vane

10 Exceptional

Make sure to check the distance of the water before going. It's best to visit in the afternoon as it's a beautiful spot. The beach is relatively peaceful and well-maintained.

April 2023

Max Swift

10 Exceptional

The beach is clean and suitable for families, with convenient amenities such as snack bars, restaurants, and complimentary parking nearby.

April 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Fouras Central?

The coastline of Fouras Central is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Fouras Central?

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

Is the Fouras Central good for swimming?

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

Fouras Central is fully protected from waves.

So the overall recommendation of the Fouras Central for swimming is very positive.

Is the Fouras Central 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 Fouras Central secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Fouras Central?

The bar is located right on the Fouras Central.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.HORIZON Bar Crêperie Glaces. is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Fouras Central?

There are 175 places to stay in the Fouras Central area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Fouras Central include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Fouras Central from parking?

The Fouras Central 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 Fouras Central?

There are 4 attractions near Fouras Central that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Marché de Fouras located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Fouras Central?

The month with the highest temperature in Fouras Central 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. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Fouras Central (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.Fouras Central (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.