#278 European Rank

Plage de Notre-Dame

Ile de Porquerolles, Hyeres, France•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.57/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

23.5°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€62/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Shallow & Gentle

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Ile de Porquerolles, Hyeres · 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 & Setting4.8 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Plage de Notre-Dame

Often called France's most beautiful beach, a turquoise arc backed by umbrella pines on car-free Porquerolles.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Accessible on foot (approx. 45 min) or bicycle (approx. 25 min) from Porquerolles village on car-free island

•Protected Status / Environment: Located within the Parc National de Port-Cros protected maritime and terrestrial perimeter

•Notable Feature: Voted one of Europe's most scenic beaches, a sheltered turquoise arc framed by umbrella pine and eucalyptus forest

Official Tourism Authorities:hyeres-tourisme.com portcrosparcnational.fr

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Ile de Porquerolles, Hyeres. Accessible via regional coastal roads (43.011°N, 6.233°E).

•Calm, shallow and gentle.

•Umbrella-pine forest inside a protected national park on a car-free island.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Ile de Porquerolles, Hyeres, France.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plage de Notre-Dame

What is the water temperature at Plage de Notre-Dame?

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

What type of coast or sand is Plage de Notre-Dame?

Plage de Notre-Dame is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Ile de Porquerolles, Hyeres, France.

Is Plage de Notre-Dame good for families with kids?

Yes, Plage de Notre-Dame is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Plage de Notre-Dame?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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