Agde · Occitanie · France
Plage de la Tamarissière
You'll smell the umbrella pines before you see the sea—resinous, warm, unmistakably Occitanie. Plage de la Tamarissière hides behind a fragrant forest corridor on Agde's quieter coast, delivering the soft sand and turquoise shallows without the shoulder-to-shoulder umbrellas that crowd Cap d'Agde's main beaches.
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You'll smell the umbrella pines before you see the sea—resinous, warm, unmistakably Occitanie. Plage de la Tamarissière hides behind a fragrant forest corridor on Agde's quieter coast, delivering the soft sand and turquoise shallows without the shoulder-to-shoulder umbrellas that crowd Cap d'Agde's main beaches.
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About this beach
Where it is
Plage de la Tamarissière
Agde, Occitanie, France
43.2900°, 3.4600°
Top things to do
At Plage de la Tamarissière
Pine-Shaded Sunbathing
Natural canopy between sand sessions
Shallow Water Wading
Gentle slope, warm summer temperatures
Forest Path Strolls
Tamarisk and umbrella pine trails
Golden Hour Shots
Pines silhouetted against Mediterranean blue
Near this beach
Places, rentals, tours and events within walking and driving distance of Plage de la Tamarissière.
Questions people actually ask about Plage de la Tamarissière.
Is Plage de la Tamarissière safe for families and is there lifeguard supervision?
Plage de la Tamarissière generally provides safe swimming conditions with sandy beaches and typical Mediterranean waters. During summer months (July-August), lifeguard supervision is usually available, though coverage may be less extensive than at major resort beaches. The beach's sheltered position and gradual depth make it suitable for families, though always supervise children. Outside peak season, lifeguard presence decreases or ends, so extra caution is needed. Water quality is generally good. The pine forest setting provides natural shade, beneficial for families with young children. Check local conditions and flag warnings before entering the water during your visit.
When is the best time to visit Plage de la Tamarissière?
The best time to visit is late spring through early autumn (May-September) when weather is warm enough for swimming and the pine forest provides welcome shade from summer heat. July-August offers warmest water but more crowds. June and September deliver ideal conditions: pleasant temperatures, swimmable sea, and fewer visitors enjoying this peaceful forest beach setting. The unique pine forest backdrop makes this beach comfortable even during hot summer days when shadeless beaches become overwhelming. Early mornings and late afternoons are particularly beautiful as sunlight filters through the trees. Off-season visits suit those wanting quiet beach walks in a scenic natural environment.
