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Plage de la Basse Benaie is a picturesque beach located on the Île de Ré, with a view of a lighthouse. The beach is known for its natural beauty, characterized by beautiful white pebbles and a wilder atmosphere compared to nearby beaches like Montamer and La Salée. It is particularly stunning at low tide, though caution is advised when swimming due to sharp and pointed rocks.
The beach is unsupervised, but there are buckets and shovels available at the entrance for children and adults to enjoy. It is spacious enough to avoid feeling crowded, even during the peak summer month of July.
Access to the beach is through the village of Ste. Marie de Ré. The paths leading to the beach are quite narrow, but manageable. For a change of scenery, a trip to the village of La Flotte on the other side of the island is recommended, preferably by bike.
Plage de la Basse Benaie amenities include toilet.
One of the best restaurants near Plage de la Basse Benaie is Restaurant Le Chai.
Visitor reviews highlight the natural beauty and spaciousness of the beach, with its white pebbles and views of the lighthouse being particularly appreciated. The beach is also noted for its appeal to children and its magnificent sunsets. However, some visitors have raised concerns about the sharp and pointed rocks, making it less suitable for swimming.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 46.144855 / Longitude: -1.315937
Plage de la Basse Benaie is located in Île de Ré. The following map of Plage de la Basse Benaie shows the exact location.
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