Plage de Sauze, River beach by the Ardèche Gorges in Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche, France.
Plage de Sauze is a sand and pebble beach along the Ardèche River where the gorge opens up. The shoreline sits beneath towering rock formations that rise directly from the water.
The Ardèche Gorge has served as a water route through southern France since ancient times. This location marks where the river emerges from the narrow canyon into open water.
Local authorities maintain the Blue Flag certification for the beach, indicating high standards of water quality and environmental management according to European regulations.
The beach is freely accessible and gets busy during warm weather, especially in summer when lifeguards are on duty. Parking and basic visitor facilities are available nearby.
The beach serves as a popular endpoint for people paddling through the Ardèche Gorge by canoe or kayak. Many boaters finish their river journey here and rest after navigating the narrow canyons upstream.
Location: Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche
Address: 07700 Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche, France
Opening Hours: Monday 08:30-19:30; Tuesday-Friday 09:00-20:00; Saturday-Sunday 08:30-19:30
GPS coordinates: 44.31143,4.55299
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:02
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