Plage de la Loge, Sandy beach in Les Portes-en-Ré, France
Plage de la Loge is a sandy beach on the northern coast of Île de Ré, stretching between the Fourneau cove and La Redoute fortification. White sand forms a long shoreline with views toward open water.
The beach sits near ancient salt marshes worked continuously since medieval times, shaping the island's economic growth. This salt-harvesting heritage remains part of local identity today.
The nautical center teaches visitors traditional sailing and windsurfing skills that locals practice throughout summer. These water sports shape how people spend their days here during the season.
Access the beach via the D101 road past Les Portes-en-Ré town center, where you'll find parking and washroom facilities at the entrance. Low tide reveals shallow areas that are easy to walk into and explore.
At low tide, small coves and rock pools form along this stretch, creating hidden pockets to explore. From here, you can see across the water to the sharp profile of Pointe du Fier headland.
Location: Les Portes-en-Ré
Address: Plage de la Loge, France
GPS coordinates: 46.24585,-1.48151
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:09
The Île de Ré reveals preserved sites beyond its main destinations. The salt marshes of Loix and the Lilleau des Niges Nature Reserve host more than 300 species of migratory birds, while the Baleines Lighthouse offers a view of the Atlantic Ocean. Beaches such as Trousse Chemise and Les Grenettes are characterized by their natural dunes and conditions suitable for water sports. The Fier d'Ars Port maintains its traditional fishing activity with boats and houses with green shutters. The Salt Eco-museum traces the history of salt harvesting and the work of salt workers in the marshes. The Baleines Farm combines agricultural production with shellfish farming near the coast. Villages like Loix offer traditional shops and exhibitions on local customs. These sites reflect the maritime heritage and traditions shaping the island's identity for generations.
Phare des Baleines
6.1 km
Église Saint-Étienne d'Ars-en-Ré
5 km
Réserve naturelle nationale de Lilleau des Niges
2.5 km
Écomusée du Marais Salant
3.3 km
Loix tide mill
4.7 km
Saint Catherine Church of Loix
3.9 km
Maison du Fier
1.8 km
Couvent des Sœurs de la Sagesse
4.2 km
Manoir d'Ars-en-Ré
5 km
Raffinerie à sel d'Ars-en-Ré
4.7 km
Pointe du Grouin
5.7 km
Plage du Petit Bec
3.1 km
Plage de Trousse Chemise
1.6 km
La Ferme des Baleines
3.5 km
Église Saint-Clément de Saint-Clément-des-Baleines
5.1 km
Plage de la Conche des Baleines
4.5 km
Vieux Phare des Baleines
6.2 km
Fort de Grouin
5.7 km
Kora-Karola Battery
5.1 km
Plage Gros Jonc
844 m
Church of the Portes-en-Ré
1.4 km
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Annonciation de La Couarde-sur-Mer
7.3 km
Golf de Trousse-Chemise
1.5 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Flux-et-des-Reflux des Portes-en-Ré
370 m
Marais du Fier d'Ars
2.4 km
Plage du Grand Marchais
1.7 km
Plage de l'Anse du Fourneau
918 m
Carrousel Park
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