Plage des Lutins, Sand beach in Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, France
Description
Plage des Lutins stretches about 400 meters of shoreline, with soft sand dominating the southern half and a rocky zone occupying the northern side. This division creates two separate beach environments within one location.
History
The beach became central to Noirmoutier-en-l'Île's maritime life when the fishing community at l'Herbaudière port was established. The rocky coastline shaped traditional shellfish and crustacean harvesting that continues to define the island's character.
Culture
Local people gather at the rocky north end during low tide to collect shellfish and crustaceans, a practice that remains woven into daily life here.
Practical
Lifeguards watch the beach during peak season, and showers are available near the parking area by the port. Access from the D5 road is straightforward, making arrival and departure simple whether you come by car or on foot.
Did you know?
The name refers to Breton folklore creatures, small mischievous beings said to inhabit coastal areas. Many visitors overlook this connection to local legend and the magical quality it lends to the place.
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