Best Beaches

Belle-Île-en-Mer features a diverse coastline ranging from the rugged Côte Sauvage to sheltered eastern coves. Plage de Donnant is the island's primary surfing spot, characterized by large Atlantic swells and high dunes. Conversely, the eastern side offers calmer waters at Port Andro and Plage des Galères, which are protected from prevailing winds. Several locations, including areas near Herlin and the Galères coast, are established spots for naturism. These sandy shores are accessible via the GR 340 coastal path.

Plage de Donnant

Located on the western Côte Sauvage, this beach features high sand dunes and powerful Atlantic swells. It is the island's primary destination for surfing and bodyboarding.

Plage de Port Andro

A large sandy beach on the eastern coast, sheltered from prevailing winds. It is known for its calm waters and historical significance as the site of a 1761 British landing attempt.

Plage de la Biche

Small sandy cove located on the eastern coast of the island, accessible via the coastal hiking path.

Plage Naturiste

Designated nudist beach located on the southern coast near the Herlin area.

Plage des Galères

Sandy beach on the eastern coast, offering sheltered swimming conditions away from the Atlantic swells of the western side.

les Galeres

Nudist beach located on the eastern coast near Plage des Galères.