Le Minou, Beach and bathing site in Plouzané, France
Le Minou is a sandy beach along the Brittany coastline, bordered by rocky formations that frame the shoreline and create natural boundaries. The beach offers open views toward the sea, with a landscape shaped by these surrounding rock features.
The area grew along an important shipping route, where nearby lighthouses guided vessels navigating the Breton waters over many generations. This coastal location has shaped human activity and settlement along the shore throughout history.
The beach serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors spend time together during the warmer months, creating a rhythm of seaside activity. The location holds meaning in the community as a backdrop for summer encounters and leisure time.
Parking is available near the beach entrance for easy access to the shoreline. Lifeguards are on duty during summer months from June through September, making those the safest times for swimming.
From this beach, visitors can watch large cargo ships pass through the busy shipping lanes nearby. This proximity to active maritime traffic adds an unexpected element of interest to a typical beach day.
Location: Plouzané
GPS coordinates: 48.33911,-4.61580
Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42
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Plaque commémorative de l'accident du 30 novembre 1944
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