Plage des Argales, Sand beach in Rieulay, France.
The beach extends across ten hectares of fine sand at the foot of a terril within the Parc Naturel Regional Scarpe-Escaut regional park.
The beach area emerged from a redevelopment project that transformed former industrial land into a recreational space for the local community.
The site integrates with regional outdoor activities, connecting visitors to the Nord-Pas de Calais heritage through seasonal events and water sports.
Visitors can rent water equipment such as windsurfing boards, canoes, and small sailboats at the nautical base from July through August.
This inland beach combines natural elements with industrial heritage, as it sits near a terril recognized by UNESCO World Heritage.
Location: Rieulay
Address: Etang des Argales, Rieulay, France
GPS coordinates: 50.37863,3.24809
Latest update: March 5, 2025 04:31
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