Les Aiguilles De Port Coton

Les Aiguilles de Port Coton is a stunning beach located in Bangor, France. The beach is known for its impressive rock formations that rise from the sea, creating an otherworldly landscape.

Activities available at the beach include swimming, sunbathing, and hiking along the rocky coast

The beach stretches for approximately 500 meters and features fine golden sand.

Plage de Port-Coton offers many fun activities including swimming, sunbathing, birdwatching, and hiking.  If you are planning to go in the water near the beach, we recommend being careful, as the water here is known to have unpredictable rip currents.  The beach has a vantage point that allows visitors to discover the group of three stacks of granite rocks.  Hikers can explore the nearby eleven-kilometer-long GR 340 hiking trail that offers unique insight into local biodiversity, and this coastal path along Les Aiguilles de Port-Coton offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.  Dogs are not allowed on the beach, and the beach is open from sunrise until sunset. 

Parking at Les Aiguilles de Port Coton is available in a nearby parking lot and is free of charge. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, as parking spots can be limited during peak season.

Fun fact about Les Aiguilles de Port Coton: The beach gained fame as a result of a painting by the French artist Claude Monet, who painted the beach and its surrounding cliffs during his visit to Belle-Île in the late 1800s.

In addition to the stunning rock formations, visitors to Les Aiguilles de Port Coton can explore the nearby lighthouse of Goulphar, take a boat tour of the island, or hike along one of the many scenic trails that wind through the island's rugged terrain.

There are several restaurants near Les Aiguilles de Port Coton that serve traditional French cuisine, including La Table de Ho, Le Grand Large, and Le Ker Goh Lenn.

For those looking to stay overnight, nearby hotels include the Hôtel Castel Clara Thalasso & Spa, which offers luxurious accommodations with breathtaking sea views, and the charming Hôtel du Phare, which is housed in a former lighthouse and offers cozy rooms with rustic decor.