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Gauguin was a lover of Finistère. The reason? Its wild coastline, breathtaking scenery and unique light. We share his passion and unveil the top 10 of the most beautiful beaches in Finistère. Places where luxury meets unspoilt nature and unique experiences, just a stone’s throw from our campsites. Grab your travel notebooks!
| Beach | Accommodation | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Plage de la Baleine | Trégunc | Whale-shaped rock, white sand, view of Mont Saint-Clair, large car park |
| Plage de Kermyl | Fouesnant | Small sheltered cove, calm and close to shops |
| Plage de Tahiti | Carantec | Access via coastal paths, fine sand, maritime pines, sheltered from the wind |
| Plage de Porz Scaff | Crozon | Wild beach, cliffs and unusual rocks, marine life at low tide |
| Plage de l’île Saint-Nicolas | Glénan archipelago | Linked to Bananec island by a sandbank, turquoise water, nature reserve |
| Plage des Sables Blancs | Locquirec | White, fine sand, not crowded, car park and light refreshments on site |
| Plage du Phare | Brignogan-Plages | Unspoilt landscape, view of Kerlouan island and the lighthouse |
| Plage de la Baie des Trépassés | Cléden-Cap-Sizun | Surf spot, lifeguarded swimming, protected site |
| Plages de Keremma | Tréflez & Plounévez-Lochrist | Protected dune ridge, Conservatoire du Littoral site |
| Plages de la Pointe de Neiz Vran | Kerlouan | Secret coves, contrast of granite and turquoise water, easy access even for people with reduced mobility |
The plage de la Baleine, huge and magnificent, owes its name to an impressive rock shaped like a whale. It’s the perfect place for a family swim, near the Pointe de Trévignon!
Its white, fine sand is ideal for building sandcastles with your little ones, while the older children have fun on the paddleboard or kayak. The little ones also love splashing in the small rock pools that form at low tide.
As well as being very accessible, this site offers a breathtaking view of Mont Saint-Clair! With a large car park, it is one of the must-see beaches in Finistère!
Nestled close to Beg Meil, the small Kermyl beach charms with its turquoise waters and its full southern exposure! It’s the perfect spot for sunbathing or a quiet swim. Sheltered from the wind, it is one of the most peaceful Finistère beaches.
Do you enjoy shore fishing? It’s the perfect place to learn or enjoy it with the family! This cove is close to luxury campsites and shops, so you will want for nothing.
The Tahiti beach in Carantec lives up to its name! This spot in Brittany promises a total change of scene. Its slightly secret access keeps it away from the crowds. To reach it, take lovely coastal paths. The effort is rewarded with sublime panoramas!
With its maritime pines and fine sand, the beach is sheltered from the winds by the Pointe du Cosmeur. The calm and tranquillity of this place make it one of the magnificent beaches of Finistère.
Head for the Crozon peninsula! The Porz Scaff beach awaits you with its untamed, preserved character. Edged by cliffs and rocks in unusual shapes, it is a real playground for lovers of walks.
Follow the coastal path and enjoy the breathtaking views! At low tide you can even spot marine life. Its fine sand and clear waters invite you to swim a few strokes.
It is the ideal place for a wonderful escape into the heart of nature, just a few steps from our destinations in Finistère!
Just 15 km off Fouesnant, this island is a paradise for lovers of tropical landscapes. Did you know its beach is connected to the island of Bananec by a strip of sand?
The colour of its waters recalls that of the Caribbean, placing it among the best beaches in Finistère. Swimming here is pure delight! Plus, it lies in the heart of a nature reserve.
On the border with Côtes-d’Armor, this beach lives up to its name! Its sand is remarkably white and fine. Looking for beaches to visit in Finistère for a family afternoon? This beach is perfect!
A large car park and some light refreshments on site make it very convenient. Swimming is supervised in summer, for total peace of mind!
Fan of wild landscapes? Head for the Plage du Phare near Brignogan, one of the beautiful beaches of Brittany and Finistère!
Its sand is dotted with rocks. Walkers and shore fishers love it! Swimming is not its main asset, but its atmosphere is unique.
It offers you an incredible view of the Pontusval lighthouse and Kerlouan island! You can take some magnificent photos there. A car park, just 100 metres from this spot, makes access easy.
Located between the Pointe du Raz and the Pointe du Van, the Baie des Trépassés is a surf spot of worldwide renown! Its powerful waves draw enthusiasts, who often rank it in the top 10 beaches in Finistère.
Warning: swimming is only allowed when it is supervised. At low tide you can see many sea caves. A car park is available, but it fills up quickly!
The beaches of Keremma stretch for kilometres along a dune ridge. Nature reigns supreme here! The Conservatoire du Littoral has protected this exceptional site since 1987. This place is ideal for:
Welcome to the heart of the Pays Pagan! The coves of Neiz Vran point are magnificent. The contrast between the granite rocks and the turquoise waters is striking! A unique landscape, worthy of a master painting or the most beautiful Instagram posts.
These spots are a little secret, but they are well worth the detour! Access is easy, even for people with reduced mobility, particularly at the Pors an Tonnou cove.
Feel an irresistible urge to camp on these legendary lands? Picture yourself waking to the sound of the waves, on the edge of these most beautiful beaches of Finistère! That’s what our campsites in Northern Brittany offer you! Book your stay and get packing!
