Plage des Conches

The Plage des Conches is a prominent beach situated in the town of Longeville-sur-Mer, found within the Vendée department of the Pays de la Loire region in France. Known for its picturesque surroundings, it is a popular destination for tourists and beachgoers. The beach is located 4.0 kilometers away from the center of Longeville-sur-Mer and overlooks the Île de Ré.

This beach is distinguished by its expansive size, making it the largest beach in the area. It is characterized by its beautiful golden sand and impressive sand dunes that border the area. The beach offers a serene environment for relaxation, where visitors can enjoy both high and low tide. The beach's location along the Atlantic Ocean means that the sea can sometimes be rough with high waves, but at other times it can be gentle and calm.

Plage des Conches is also renowned as a surfing hotspot, often compared to the best spots on the Basque coast and Landes. The surf at Plage des Conches is known to be good when conditions are right, making it a favorite among surfers.

The beach offers various amenities for visitors. On-site stalls provide a variety of food options such as crêpes, ice cream, and burgers, as well as drinks. Toilets are also available on-site. For the convenience of visitors, free parking is provided. During the summer season, there is a lifeguard station at access point 13, ensuring the safety of visitors.

The main access to the beach is through Avenue du Docteur Joussemet. It is recommended for visitors to park at access point 13 and walk 600 meters south to reach the beach. The beach becomes more wild as you move away from the main access point, offering beautiful views of the coastline, including a view of Tranche sur Mer to the south. In the northern part of the beach, there are several campsites.