Plage de Portissol, Sandy beach in Sanary-sur-Mer, France.
Description
Plage de Portissol is a curved beach in Sanary-sur-Mer along the French Mediterranean coast. The shoreline combines golden sand with small pebbles and slopes gently into clear blue waters, with views toward the rocky headlands beyond.
History
The beach became known in the 1950s when early underwater photographers chose it for their expeditions and diving work. Clear shallow waters made it an ideal setting for developing underwater photography techniques during that era.
Culture
Local fishermen maintain traditional practices by launching their boats from designated areas of the beach to catch fish in the adjacent waters.
Practical
Showers, restrooms, and lifeguard stations are available along the beach for visitor convenience. Accessible facilities and designated areas ensure ease of access for people with mobility needs.
Did you know?
This location is known for regular Mistral winds that blow from the northwest and create choppy water conditions. These natural conditions draw windsurfers and sailors who take advantage of the consistent wind patterns.
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