Plage de Lost-Marc'h

A wild setting

Lost-Marc'h beach (sometimes spelled Lostmarc'h) stretches over 2 km of fine sand between the Pointe de Dinan and the Cap de la Chèvre, on the Crozon peninsula. It's a tolerated naturist beach, not officially classified, but the practice here is longstanding and accepted without any fuss.

It sits next to La Palue beach, which draws crowds of suited surfers. The naturist section lies to the south, where you'll still find tetrahedrons, those concrete blocks placed as anti-tank defenses during World War II.

How to get there

You reach it from Crozon via the D887 then the D255, up to the car park on the route de Kernaléguen. From there, it's about a 10 minute walk on a path down to the sand.

Access is free, both for the car park and the beach itself. The site is open year round, with no fixed hours.

If you're after a viewpoint before heading down, the coastal customs path runs about fifteen meters above the beach and offers a sweeping view over the whole bay.

Atmosphere and crowd

Regulars describe it as an unspoiled spot, less busy than other Breton naturist locations, which is exactly its charm. You'll mostly find regular naturists and couples, in a relaxed atmosphere where mutual respect between visitors is something those who keep coming back point out.

No shops or facilities on site, just the car park by way of amenities. It's a beach you pick for its calm and wild scenery, not for its conveniences.

Good to know before you go

Swimming here is flagged as dangerous, the currents and coastal layout call for caution, especially if you don't know the area. It's best to check the sea conditions before jumping in.

No equipment is available on the beach itself: bring water, a beach umbrella or parasol and everything else you'll need, since the walk in makes back and forth trips impractical.