#420 European Rank

Plage de l'Almanarre

Presqu'île de Giens, Hyères, France•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September

Photo: Ilka Franz (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.47/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

23.5°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€65/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Shallow & Gentle

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Presqu'île de Giens, Hyères · NOAA satellite data

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Ideal Swimming

Jan

13.8°C

Air 19°C

Feb

13.3°C

Air 20°C

Mar

13.5°C

Air 22°C

Apr

14.3°C

Air 25°C

May

16.8°C

Air 28°C

Jun

20.0°C

Air 31°C

Jul

22.4°C

Air 33°C

Peak

Aug

23.5°C

Air 33°C

Sep

21.8°C

Air 31°C

Oct

19.6°C

Air 28°C

Nov

17.3°C

Air 24°C

Dec

15.3°C

Air 21°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 28 Jun – 26 Sep (>21°C) · 90 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all France Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Plage de l'Almanarre

A tombolo strand where mistral days fill the sky with kites, France's wind-sports mecca.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Bordered by the Route du Sel along the western arm of the Giens double tombolo, with summer shuttle connectivity

•Protected Status / Environment: Site Natura 2000, adjacent to the protected Salins des Pesquiers (salt pans / flamingo haven) and Olbia archaeological site

•Notable Feature: Renowned 4-5 km windsurfing and kitesurfing arena with shallow shelf and dual wind exposure

Official Tourism Authorities:hyeres-tourisme.com

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Presqu'île de Giens, Hyères. Accessible via regional coastal roads (43.062°N, 6.132°E).

•Warm shallow entry along four kilometres; choppy and kite-crowded when the mistral blows.

•The western arm of the Giens double tombolo, salt pans and flamingo lagoons just behind the road.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Presqu'île de Giens, Hyères, France.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plage de l'Almanarre

What is the water temperature at Plage de l'Almanarre?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Plage de l'Almanarre averages 23.5°C (74°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Plage de l'Almanarre?

Plage de l'Almanarre is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Presqu'île de Giens, Hyères, France.

Is Plage de l'Almanarre good for families with kids?

Yes, Plage de l'Almanarre is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Plage de l'Almanarre?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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Airport & Port Transfers

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