#621 European Rank
Plage de Trestraou
Côte de Granit Rose, Brittany, France•Atlantic Ocean• Best Season: July, August, September
Photo: Kev22 (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.18/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
16.9°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€66/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Côte de Granit Rose, Brittany · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Refreshing Plunge
Jan
10.5°C
Air 14°C
Feb
9.7°C
Air 15°C
Mar
9.4°C
Air 17°C
Apr
10.3°C
Air 20°C
May
11.8°C
Air 23°C
Jun
13.8°C
Air 26°C
Jul
15.7°C
Air 28°C
Peak
Aug
16.9°C
Air 28°C
Peak
Sep
16.9°C
Air 26°C
Oct
15.7°C
Air 23°C
Nov
13.8°C
Air 19°C
Dec
12.0°C
Air 16°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 16.9°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all France Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.5 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing3.7 / 5
About Plage de Trestraou
A sheltered Breton crescent that launches the coastal path past the surreal rose-pink granite boulders of Perros-Guirec.
Destination Advisory & Classificationcold-water destination (16.9°C peak) — aesthetic/scenic ranking rather than warm swimming
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Located in the seaside resort of Perros-Guirec on the Côtes-d'Armor coastline in Brittany, with seaside promenades, parking, and transit access.
•Protected Status / Environment: Situated on the Pink Granite Coast (Côte de Granit Rose), serving as the main departure point for marine tours to the Sept-Îles National Nature Reserve.
•Notable Feature: 1.4 km arc of fine sand backed by a grand beachfront promenade, nautique center for surfing, casino, thalassotherapy, and the trailhead for the customs officers' path (Sentier des Douaniers / GR34).
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
NoGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Perros-Guirec, Cote de Granit Rose, Brittany. Accessible via regional coastal roads (48.816°N, -3.459°E).
•Refreshing to cold, gentle when sheltered, large tides.
•Gateway to the Pink Granite Coast and its rose-hued boulder formations.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Côte de Granit Rose, Brittany, France.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Plage de Trestraou
What is the water temperature at Plage de Trestraou?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Plage de Trestraou averages 16.9°C (62°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Plage de Trestraou?
Plage de Trestraou is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Côte de Granit Rose, Brittany, France.
Is Plage de Trestraou good for families with kids?
Plage de Trestraou has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Plage de Trestraou?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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