Plage des Capucins is a quaint, sheltered beach located at the entrance of the port in Audierne, a commune in the Finistère department of Brittany, France. This beach is popular among families and is particularly well-suited for children.
The beach is renowned for its serene and crystal-clear waters, making it an ideal spot for various water activities. Visitors to Plage des Capucins can enjoy swimming, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and snorkeling in the calm waters. The beach's natural beauty is accentuated by the opportunity for pleasant walks in the surrounding areas, providing visitors with a unique experience of feeling the waves rise as they stroll along the shore.
Though compact in size, Plage des Capucins offers a sheltered cove that provides a sense of seclusion and tranquility. The beach is typically not overly crowded, allowing for a peaceful and relaxing visit. While the beach does not have its own dedicated parking facility, visitors can make use of the parking spaces available in the vicinity of the port.
Best restaurants near Plage des Capucins include Orizhon Restaurant, Restaurant Café Du Port, L'Albatros, Café Du Quai and Restaurant Le Goyen.
Visitor reviews highlight the crystal clear and calm waters of the beach, which are great for swimming, kayaking, stand up paddle, and snorkeling. They also appreciate the pleasant walks nearby and the awesome feeling of the sea waves rising while walking along the beach. There were no complaints mentioned in the reviews.
Many visitors choose to stay in the charming town of Audierne, which offers convenient access to Plage des Capucins and other coastal attractions. For those seeking a more serene experience, nearby villages like Esquibien provide a peaceful retreat with easy access to the beach and surrounding natural beauty.
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Latitude: 48.0176931 / Longitude: -4.5366633
Plage des Capucins is located in Brittany. The following map of Plage des Capucins shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 12.9°C/16.2°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 14.2°C |
| Sea Temperature | 14.6 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.5 m |
| Rain Chance | 95% |
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| Rainfall | 2.9 mm |
| Rain Duration | 2 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:19/22:15 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 6.9 hrs |
| UV Index | 6.9 |
| Cloud Cover | 77% |
| Speed | 31.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 52.6 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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