Beach
Anse de Kerguelen
Larmor-Plage · Morbihan
In Larmor-Plage, Kerguelen unrolls 1.5 km of fine sand within an 82-hectare ocean park, with a major water sports centre, dunes, marshes, a bird hide, SNSM lifeguards and wheelchair access.
- Suggested time
- 3 hours to a full day
- Type of place
- Large natural and sporty beach in a protected ocean park
- Atmosphere
- Natural, sporty, eco-friendly and wide open
- Getting there
- Anse de Kerguelen, rue de Rennes, 56260 Larmor-Plage. Parking, bus and marked paths through the ocean park.
Who this place suits
- With family
- 9/10
- As a couple
- 10/10
- With friends
- 10/10
- Solo
- 10/10
- With a dog
- 3/10
- Reduced mobility
- 9/10
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 Anse de Kerguelen is one of the most complete beaches around Lorient. It lines a fine sandy beach about 1.5 km long and is part of the Parc Océanique de Kerguelen, an 82-hectare protected natural site under the care of the Conservatoire du littoral. The park brings together dunes, heathland, woodland, meadows, freshwater and brackish marshes and rich birdlife: about 130 bird species have been recorded in local environmental documents. The beach is also a major water sports venue thanks to Kerguelen Sport Océan. Sea walking, aqua aerobics, paddleboarding, freediving, open-water swimming and land activities complete the offer. The town announces SNSM lifeguards in July and August and wheelchair access. In 2026, official water monitoring described the site as lifeguarded, equipped, wheelchair accessible, closed to animals and with a first-aid post, but without showers, drinking water or toilets at the listed point. Recent water quality has been excellent. In 2026, dogs were banned from 10 am to 6 am the next day and only tolerated from 6 am to 10 am on wet sand at low tide, except rescue, guide and assistance dogs.
What you will see
- A 1.5 km beach.
- An 82-hectare ocean park.
Practical information
- Getting there
- Anse de Kerguelen, rue de Rennes, 56260 Larmor-Plage; parking, bus and marked paths through the ocean park
- Parking
- Can be very busy in July and August and on sunny weekends
- Pets
- In 2026, banned from 10 am to 6 am the next day; tolerated from 6 am to 10 am on wet sand at low tide, except rescue, guide and assistance dogs
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible. The town’s fuller Handiplage scheme is at Toulhars, though
- Lifeguarded swimming
- SNSM lifeguards in July and August
- Activities
- Swimming, sailing, paddleboarding, sea walking, aqua aerobics, freediving, open-water swimming, nature walks, birdwatching, hiking
- Best time
- Morning or late afternoon, on a clear day to see Groix
- Nearby
- The centre of Larmor-Plage, Toulhars, Port-Maria, Kernével, the citadel of Port-Louis, the island of Groix
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.
- Bring binoculars for the bird hide in the ocean park.
- For the fuller Handiplage equipment, head to Toulhars beach.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of beach is it?
Large natural and sporty beach in a protected ocean park.
Why come here?
Much more than a swimming spot: Kerguelen combines a vast sandy space, high-level water sports, hiking, birdwatching and protected nature a few minutes from Lorient.
How much time should I allow?
3 hours to a full day.
What is the atmosphere like?
Natural, sporty, eco-friendly and wide open.
Is swimming lifeguarded?
Yes, the town announces SNSM lifeguards in July and August.
Are dogs allowed?
In 2026, they were only tolerated from 6 am to 10 am on wet sand at low tide.
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