Plage de Gohaud, Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef: beach in Brittany

In Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, Gohaud mixes sand, cliffs, a natural area and waves loved by surfers, with lifeguarded swimming in season, a first-aid post, toilets, a Tiralo and the Blue Flag.

Suggested time: 2 h 30 to a full day
Type of place: Wild Blue Flag beach overlooked by cliffs and known for surfing
Atmosphere: Wild, sporty, family-friendly and Atlantic
Getting there: Route de Gohaud, 44730 Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef. Free car park about 400 m away.

Who this place suits

With family: 9/10
As a couple: 10/10
With friends: 10/10
Solo: 10/10
With a dog: 1/10
Reduced mobility: 8/10

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

Gohaud beach lies south of Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, in a much more natural setting than the Grande Plage de Tharon. Overlooked by a natural area and cliffs, it is known for waves loved by surfers and for its raw charm. The 2026 Destination Pornic guide presents it as a Blue Flag beach, lifeguarded in summer. The official listing mentions a first-aid post, toilets open all year, a Tiralo, a free car park open all year about 400 metres away, seasonal cleaning and water quality monitoring. The 2026 national data confirms a lifeguarded site, closed to animals, with showers, drinking water, toilets, a first-aid post and wheelchair access. Recent ratings are excellent.

What you will see

Blue Flag.
Lifeguarded in season.

Practical information

Getting there: Route de Gohaud, 44730 Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef; free car park about 400 m away
Parking: Can be very busy in July and August and on sunny weekends
Pets: Banned from the swimming area; check the exact dates of the municipal order
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with a Tiralo, but about 400 m from the car park
Activities: Swimming, surfing, shore fishing, walks, photography, beach games
Best time: Sunset or a surf day
Nearby: Tharon-Plage, Le Redois beach, Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, the Pointe Saint-Gildas, Pornic, La Plaine-sur-Mer

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.
Allow for the 400 m walk from the free car park.
Check the swell before surfing.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of beach is it?

Wild Blue Flag beach overlooked by cliffs and known for surfing.

Why come here?

The most natural and sporty beach in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, good for surfing, lifeguarded swimming, shore fishing and cliff scenery.

How much time should I allow?

2 h 30 to a full day.

What is the atmosphere like?

Wild, sporty, family-friendly and Atlantic.

Is the beach lifeguarded?

Yes, in summer, with a first-aid post.

Is it a good surf beach?

Yes, it is known for its waves.

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