Brittany, France

Red Sands Beach

Red Sands Beach is a picturesque location that can only be accessed by ferry or boat. Known for its tranquil ambiance, this beach offers an excellent anchorage in westerly winds with good holding in sand.

The beach is unique for its red sand, which is divided into several small, pleasant, and shaded coves, providing an island-like experience.

Explore places to stay near Red Sands Beach, where you can enjoy the serene atmosphere and unique red sand coves.

However, visitors should be prepared for the chilly water temperatures that can bring them back to reality.

What to do at Red Sands Beach?

Restaurants

One of the best restaurants near Red Sands Beach is Pop's Tavern.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beach's tranquility and its unique red sand, which is divided into several small, pleasant, and shaded coves, providing an island-like experience. They also appreciate the excellent anchorage provided in westerly winds with good holding in sand. However, some visitors complain about the water being unexpectedly cold, bringing them back to reality.

Where to Stay near Red Sands Beach?

Visitors to Red Sands Beach often choose to stay in the charming nearby town of Saint-Malo, known for its historic architecture and vibrant culture. Many also opt for accommodations in the scenic town of Dinard, which offers a variety of hotels and is a short ferry ride away from the beach.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Red Sands Beach?

Latitude: 47.6278009 / Longitude: -3.4187745

Red Sands Beach is located in Brittany. The following map of Red Sands Beach shows the exact location.


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Red Sands Beach: Weather Today

📅 Sunday, January 25, 2026
Today is not a good beach day at Red Sands Beach. Expect continuous moderate rain. The maximum air temperature will be 10.1 °C. Be prepared for very strong winds and even stronger gusts. The sea temperature is 10.1 °C, and the waves are very high. With the high chance of rain and strong winds, it's best to find indoor activities.
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Air

Low / High6.2°C/10.1°C
Feels Like (High)6.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature10.1 °C
Wave Height5.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance100%
Rainfall19.6 mm
Rain Duration15 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset08:48/18:03
Sunshine Hours1.2 hrs
UV Index1.95
Cloud Cover83%
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Wind

Speed36.8 km/h
Gusts84.4 km/h
DirectionW

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