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The De l'Hôpital Beach (hospital) was named after a shipwreck in the late 19th century. Outdoor showers. It refers to the sector of the Dune du Nord located on the side of Fatima (on the island of Cap aux Meules). Possible practice on site: kayak, Buggy ...
 
Some say that the majestic Pointe-aux-Loups Beach gives access to some of the warmest water Les Îles have to offer, much like the beaches at Pointe de l'Est and at Grande Échouerie. With its strong sea currents, parking on shoulder of the road (cycling ...
 
The only beach with red cliffs and caves to explore at low tide. A very sheltered beach, good for long walks. Busy area in the high season. Family beach with toilets and picnic tables. Possible practice on site: kayak, kitesurfing and windsurfing.
 
Plage de la Martinique
Martinique beach is located on Îles-de-la-Madeleine. This beach is perfect for families with young children, as the water is shallow over a long distance. It is also a suitable place for beginners at sea for kitesurfing and windsurfing, as well as Buggy ...
 
Grande Échouerie Beach (Old Harry) makes up the coastline of the East Point National Wildlife Reserve. The beach seems to go on forever, and you can walk it to the end where you may see seals playing in the water. Swim with caution due to strong winds ...
 
A nice beach to walk and often used by windsurfers and kitesurfers, with spectacular sunsets. The Dune de l'Ouest Beach (West Dune) is also known as the Corfu beach. This is a reference to the shipwreck of the Corfu Island, in 1963. Remnants of the wreckage ...
 
Bassin Est Beach is a fine choice in the Grande-Entrée sector. You'll be able to observe seals out at sea. Be careful of sea currents. Kayak practice site.
 
The Dune-du-Sud Beach (Cormorandière), with its blond sand and its extensive jackets, is less crowded than the western part of the Dune-du-Sud. It is ideal for a long walk to the Grande-Entrée channel or even windsurfing and kitesurfing.
 
De L'Ouest Beach (West Beach) is near L'Étang-des-Caps. The West Dune links Île du Havre Aubert and Île du Cap-aux-Meules (at L'Étang-du-Nord). This beach is ideal for long walks. A great place to watch spectacular sunsets!
 
The Plage du Cap is accessible by chemin de la Baie-de-Plaisance in Portage-du-Cap and joins De la Martinique beach. It knowns for collecting sand dollars. It is possible to go kayaking and kitesurfing.