The Beaches of La Rochelle: Enjoy the Atlantic Coast from Camping du Jard
Camping du Jard, located near La Rochelle, about 1 hour’s drive away, is the ideal place for a family holiday on the Atlantic coast. La Rochelle boasts several beaches of unique character, each with its own special features, offering options to suit all holidaymakers. From lively family beaches to wilder coves, discover the beaches of La Rochelle, ideal for an excursion from the campsite.
The Minimes Beach
- Character : Lively and family-friendly
- Supervision : Yes, in season
- Dogs: Not allowed from May to September
Plage des Minimes is the largest and busiest beach in La Rochelle. Its location near the Minimes marina makes it a popular beach, with a lively atmosphere and plenty of family-friendly facilities: restaurants, bars, showers and toilets are all within easy reach. The beach is supervised during the summer season, making it ideal for families and those looking for a lively place to relax.
Plage de la Concurrence
- Character : Urban and friendly
- Supervision: Yes, in season
- Dogs: Not allowed from May to September
Plage de la Concurrence, located in the heart of La Rochelle, is easily accessible from the city centre. This relaxing spot is perfect for combining a day’s swimming with a stroll around town. The beach, which is supervised in summer, attracts a mixed crowd, including families and locals. Its friendly atmosphere is complemented by lawns and shady areas for relaxing. Ideal for those looking for quick access to the city’s attractions, it is also a great place to take a break between cultural visits and seaside activities.
Chef de Baie Beach
- Character: Wild and quiet.
- Supervision: Yes, in season
- Dogs: Not allowed from May to September
Plage Chef de Baie offers a quieter, more secluded natural setting. Situated to the west of the town, this small cove lined with rocks and vegetation is perfect for nature lovers who prefer a more serene environment. Although the beach is supervised in summer, it remains less crowded than the urban beaches, offering a peaceful and pleasant place to relax. Its wild character makes it an ideal spot for visitors seeking tranquillity, although dogs are not allowed on the beach during the high season.
Aytré beach
- Character : Natural and Sporting
- Supervision : No
- Dogs : Authorised outside bathing areas
Although a little way from the centre of La Rochelle, Plage d’Aytré is a long natural beach popular with water sports enthusiasts. It is one of the least crowded beaches, offering plenty of space to relax or go kite surfing and windsurfing. Dogs are allowed outside the bathing areas, making this a particularly pleasant beach for holidaymakers who want to share some seaside time with their four-legged companions.
Visit the Beaches of La Rochelle during your stay at Camping du Jard
When you stay at Camping du Jard in La Tranche-sur-Mer, you can enjoy a seaside holiday while being close to La Rochelle and its varied beaches. Whether you’re looking for lively urban beaches, quieter coves or natural areas for walking, La Rochelle has beaches to suit every taste, ideal for an excursion with family or friends from the campsite.
