Plage du Centre, Erquy: beach in Brittany

In Erquy, the Plage du Centre lies below the Boulevard de la Mer, sheltered by the cape, between Tu-es-Roc and the Pointe de la Heussaye, with a sea wall, a shower, toilets, bars and restaurants.

Suggested time: 2 hours to half a day
Type of place: Sheltered town beach in the heart of Erquy, not lifeguarded
Atmosphere: Urban, sheltered, practical and friendly
Getting there: Boulevard de la Mer, 22430 Erquy.

Who this place suits

With family: 7/10
As a couple: 8/10
With friends: 8/10
Solo: 8/10
With a dog: 2/10
Reduced mobility: 7/10

These scores are calculated from what the page records: official rating, facilities, difficulty, duration and location. They are a guide, not a substitute for contacting the venue, especially about accessibility.

About

The Plage du Centre is in the heart of Erquy. Sheltered by the cape, it stretches between the village of Tu-es-Roc and the Pointe de la Heussaye and is lined by a pedestrian sea wall. It has bars, restaurants, a shower and toilets, but is not lifeguarded. Pets are banned from 15 May to 15 September. Its main appeal is being right next to the services and the town centre, in a calmer setting than the big exposed beaches.

What you will see

In the town centre.
Sheltered by the cape.

Practical information

Getting there: Boulevard de la Mer, 22430 Erquy
Services: Bar, restaurant, shower, toilets
Parking: Can be very busy in July and August and on sunny weekends
Pets: Banned from 15 May to 15 September
Accessibility: Easy urban access
Lifeguarded swimming: Not lifeguarded
Tides: Strong influence
Activities: Careful swimming, walks, dining, photography
Best time: Morning for the local atmosphere; late afternoon for the light on Tu-es-Roc
Nearby: The port of Erquy, Tu-es-Roc, the Cap d’Erquy, the Lacs Bleus

Tips on the spot

Check the tide times before you go, and download them for offline use.
Check the marine weather, swell and wind.
Read the signs at the entrance and respect the flags and instructions.
Choose the lifeguarded area when there is one, and do not overestimate your swimming level.
Watch children at all times, and set a family meeting point.

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Check the water quality in season, and do not swim if there is a ban.
Arrive early in July and August; June and September are quieter.
Use sun cream even when the sky is hazy, and keep a windproof layer.
Respect the dunes and vegetation, and take all your litter home.
If in doubt about conditions, do not swim.
Stroll along the sea wall to the port of Erquy.
For lifeguarded swimming in summer, choose another Erquy beach.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of beach is it?

Sheltered town beach in the heart of Erquy, not lifeguarded.

Why come here?

The handiest beach in the centre of Erquy for a swim and a stroll, but with no lifeguards, a stone’s throw from the shops and the port.

How much time should I allow?

2 hours to half a day.

What is the atmosphere like?

Urban, sheltered, practical and friendly.

Is the beach lifeguarded?

No, swim with care.

Are dogs allowed?

Not from 15 May to 15 September.

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