Plage du Truc Vert

Plage du Truc Vert is a vast, sandy beach located in Lège-Cap-Ferret, Gironde, Aquitaine, France, on the Cap-Ferret peninsula near the village of Piraillan. It is the second supervised ocean beach from Lège. The beach is popular for its warm water and clean sand, especially in late August. Despite its popularity, the size of the beach allows visitors to spread out and have their own personal space, contributing to a safe and respectful environment. The beach is known for its windy conditions, so visitors are advised to bring a beach cover or an umbrella for shade from the sun. The beach offers a unique surfing experience due to its four-layered ocean waves, making it particularly popular among surfers. Despite the size of the waves, lifeguards are present during normal hours to ensure the safety of visitors. Plage du Truc Vert is also known for its large dunes and surrounding forest, adding to its natural beauty. The beach offers several amenities, including a surf school and a beach bar. There are also a restaurant and a sandwich shop in the vicinity. The beach provides free parking, which is located in front of the lifeguard station. This parking area can get busy due to the beach's popularity. The beach has multiple access points, but only one has a lifeguard station. Despite its popularity, the large size of the beach ensures that visitors can find their own peaceful spot.