Plage du Conguel, Quiberon: beach in Brittany

In Quiberon, the Plage du Conguel is a small, quiet beach on the Pointe du Conguel, for pedestrians only, sheltered from west winds and close to a car park with toilets and an emergency call point.

Suggested time: 2 hours to half a day
Type of place: Very calm pedestrian beach at the tip of the Quiberon peninsula
Atmosphere: Peaceful, pedestrian, natural and panoramic
Getting there: Pointe du Conguel, 56170 Quiberon.

Who this place suits

With family: 7/10
As a couple: 10/10
With friends: 8/10
Solo: 10/10
With a dog: 10/10
Reduced mobility: 5/10

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 Conguel is at the south-eastern tip of Quiberon. For pedestrians only, it is particularly quiet and sheltered from west winds. At the entrance to the headland, the car park has toilets, an emergency call point, bike parking and picnic tables. The beach is one of Quiberon’s dog-friendly beaches open all year, which sets it apart from many beaches on the bay side. The tourist office does not mention any lifeguard, so swim at your own risk.

What you will see

The Pointe du Conguel.
Pedestrians only.

Practical information

Getting there: Pointe du Conguel, 56170 Quiberon
Services: Toilets at the car park, emergency call point, bike parking, picnic tables
Parking: Can be very busy in July and August and on sunny weekends
Pets: A dog-friendly beach open all year
Accessibility: Natural access
Lifeguarded swimming: No lifeguard mentioned
Tides: Strong influence
Activities: Careful swimming, walking, picnics, photography
Best time: Morning or late afternoon, in clear weather
Nearby: The Pointe du Conguel, the Grande Plage, Port Haliguen, Quiberon

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 a picnic: there are tables at the car park.
Look out to sea for the Teignouse lighthouse.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of beach is it?

Very calm pedestrian beach at the tip of the Quiberon peninsula.

Why come here?

A beach for calm and walks at the tip of Quiberon, ideal for combining careful swimming, a picnic and exploring the Pointe du Conguel.

How much time should I allow?

2 hours to half a day.

What is the atmosphere like?

Peaceful, pedestrian, natural and panoramic.

Are dogs allowed?

Yes, it is a dog-friendly beach open all year.

Is swimming lifeguarded?

No lifeguard is mentioned: swim with care.

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Photographs: rene boulay · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons