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7.2

Good

Gros Joncs beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Gros Joncs beach?

There are 337 places to stay in the Gros Joncs beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Gros Joncs beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=264252&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel L'Ocean</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1389816&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Maison Face au Soleil</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5788615&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Chais Rhethais au Volume Exceptionel Coeur de Village</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5639155&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Magnifique retaise-hyper centre le Bois-Plage-en-Re</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3079417&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Maison Fleur-de-Sel</a></li></ul>

Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré, France

#94 out of 133 in New Aquitaine

7.2

Good

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

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Located outside the settlement

Le Bois-Plage-en-Re • 1.8 km

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French Restaurant La cabane de la Patache

8.4 - Very good 9.3km

Park Trousse chemise

9.5km

Hiking Area Circuit de la Tour

9.8km

Church Church of Saint Martin

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Les ânes en culotte

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Saint-Martin-de-Re

4km

Place Of Worship Abbaye des Châteliers

5.9km

Tourist Attraction Fort La Prée

6.4km

Museum Ecomuseum Marais Salant

7.4km

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About

Gros Joncs beach is located on the Biscay bay (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 30th place out of 52 beaches in the Charente-Maritime region 17.9 km away from its center, the city of La Rochelle. It is one of the beaches of Le Bois-Plage-en-Re settlement, just 1.8 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright 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. There is a campsite located nearby.

Gros Joncs beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

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

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Gollandieres beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Gros Joncs beach (Charente-Maritime) is located outside the Le Bois-Plage-en-Re 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 coast of the Ile de Re 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 Gros Joncs beach 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

+23 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

7.6 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Le Bois-Plage-en-Re • 1.8 km

Map of beach

French Restaurant La cabane de la Patache

8.4 - Very good 9.3km

Park Trousse chemise

9.5km

Hiking Area Circuit de la Tour

9.8km

Church Church of Saint Martin

3.4km

Tourist Attraction Les ânes en culotte

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Saint-Martin-de-Re

4km

Place Of Worship Abbaye des Châteliers

5.9km

Tourist Attraction Fort La Prée

6.4km

Museum Ecomuseum Marais Salant

7.4km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1.5km from the beach

9 Excellent

Maison Fleur-de-Sel

Entire House

Les Biraudes • 520m from center

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1.7km from the beach

8 Very good

Superbe Maison de l'ile de Re

Entire House

Les Biraudes • 640m from center

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1.8km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

Maison Les Burons

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Le Bois-Plage-en-Re • 130m from center

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1.8km from the beach

9 Excellent

Le Figuier

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Le Bois-Plage-en-Re • 480m from center

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1.8km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Hotel L'Ocean

Hotel

Les Biraudes • 190m from center

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Chais Rhethais au Volume Exceptionel Coeur de Village

1.8km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Chais Rhethais au Volume Exceptionel Coeur de Village

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Located at nearest locality

Le Bois-Plage-en-Re • 240m from center

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Magnifique retaise-hyper centre le Bois-Plage-en-Re

2km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Magnifique retaise-hyper centre le Bois-Plage-en-Re

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Les Biraudes • 330m from center

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2km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Maison Face au Soleil

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Les Biraudes • 330m from center

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2km from the beach

7.8 Very good

Village Oceanique

Holiday Park/Caravan Park

Les Biraudes • 3.2km from center

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2km from the beach

8.4 Very good

Villa Ensoleillee

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Le Bois-Plage-en-Re • 3.6km from center

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Modern Holiday Home in Sainte-Marie-de-Re near Sea

2.5km from the beach

9 Excellent

Modern Holiday Home in Sainte-Marie-de-Re near Sea

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La Noue • 4km from center

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3.3km from the beach

9 Excellent

Clos du Pere Ignace

Entire House

Les Biraudes • 2.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

What to do in Gros Joncs beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Gros Joncs beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Gros Joncs beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Gros Joncs beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Gros Joncs beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Rivedoux-Plage Nord Rivedoux-Plage Nord

6.6 Good

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Trousse-Chemise beach Trousse-Chemise beach

7.8 Very good

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Plage Des Enfants Plage Des Enfants

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Le Bois-Plage-en-Re • 1.8km

Main locality of province

La Rochelle • 17.9km

Transport

Airport

LRH • 14.5km

Bus Station

Stop Porte Dauphine • 17.8km

Train Station

La Rochelle Porte Dauphine • 17.8km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

Nicolette Vane

10 Exceptional

Good

April 2023

Ethan Parker

10 Exceptional

The beach is wonderful, but it tends to get quite crowded in the afternoon.

April 2023

SecureStream Alias

6 Pleasant

To be honest, we were a bit let down by Gros Joncs beach. While it was nice, we found ourselves preferring Rivedoux-Plage, particularly the southern section. If you're coming from the bridge, just take a left turn to get there. All in all, Gros Joncs was just okay, not amazing.

April 2023

Lia Jovino

10 Exceptional

The beach is perfect for kids because of its sandy shoreline.

April 2023

Sarina Kaurani

8 Very good

The beaches are pristine with soft sand.

April 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Gros Joncs beach?

The coastline of Gros Joncs 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 Gros Joncs beach?

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

The Gros Joncs beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Gros Joncs beach 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.

Gros Joncs beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Gros Joncs beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Gros Joncs 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 very smooth.

Is the Gros Joncs beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area.

What are the key audiences of Gros Joncs beach?

Gros Joncs beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Gros Joncs beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Gros Joncs beach?

There are 337 places to stay in the Gros Joncs beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Gros Joncs beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Gros Joncs beach from parking?

The Gros Joncs 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 Gros Joncs beach?

There are 2 attractions near Gros Joncs beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Les ânes en culotte located in 4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Gros Joncs beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Gros Joncs beach is July. Its average value reaches 23°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?

Gros Joncs beach (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.Gros Joncs beach (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.