Location
France
Status
Unofficial / Tolerated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
June to September
About Pointe d'Agon
The Pointe d'Agon is a sandy spit at the southern end of Agon-Coutainville on the west coast of the Cotentin (Manche, Normandy), facing the Havre de Regnéville estuary. It is a protected natural site owned by the Conservatoire du littoral: dunes, salt meadows grazed by pré-salé sheep, and a white lighthouse with a red roof. The beach here is the wildest in Coutainville, with fine sand that stretches for several kilometres northwards. Naturism has been practised at the point for many years, historically by visitors from northern Europe. The commune authorised it from around 2014-2015: the southern part of the beach, to the left of the Cale de la Moulinière slipway, is set aside for naturists. In 2016 the mayor told regional radio that naturism is allowed on the beach but banned in the dunes. The tide goes out a very long way here, exposing oyster and mussel beds, and swimming is only possible around high tide. There is no shade, no lifeguard and no infrastructure. The site sees more than a hundred naturists per season, so it rarely feels crowded.
Getting there
From central Agon-Coutainville, follow signs to the Pointe d'Agon; the road leaves the sea for about 1 km and then turns back towards the shore. Park at the free car park on the right before the end (some car parks have been closed to let vegetation recover), then walk about 500 m to the Cale de la Moulinière and turn left (south). Paths cross the dunes; keep to them. No public transport, no facilities and no wheelchair access to the naturist area.
What visitors say
The few reviews describe a wild, clean, scenic beach with fine sand, quiet enough for regular couples who come to sunbathe. Downsides mentioned are limited parking, the walk, no shade and the very low tides. Walkers on the coastal path note that the point has a naturist beach and suggest others be aware of it.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Amenities
Legal context
In France, nudity is not banned as such, but exposing oneself in a public place can be prosecuted as sexual exhibition (Penal Code art. 222-32); nude bathing is therefore safe only where it is authorised or clearly tolerated. Regional radio reported in 2016 that naturism was authorised at the Pointe d'Agon from 2015, and the mayor said it is allowed on the beach but banned in the dunes; a beach guide refers to a 2014 municipal decree. We did not see the decree or a municipal page (checked 2026).
Naturism at Pointe d'Agon sits under France's rules for de facto tolerance — usually left alone if you keep it non-sexual and low-drama.
Full country law: France public nudity guide.
Researched 24 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.
Location
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Approx. 49.0016, -1.5755
Visitor tips
- 1 Informal / tolerated site — be discreet and leave no drama.
- 2 Towel, water, sunscreen. Sit on your own towel.
- 3 No photos without clear consent.
- 4 Check access, tides, and parking before you go.
- 5 House rules and local custom can be stricter than the law.
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Frequently asked questions
Is nudity allowed at the Pointe d'Agon?
Yes, on the southern part of the beach, left of the Cale de la Moulinière. The mayor has said naturism is not allowed in the dunes.
Can I swim at any time?
No. The sea goes out a long way at low tide, so swim around high tide. There is no lifeguard.
Where do I park?
At the free car park before the point, then walk about 500 m to the slipway.
Are there facilities?
None. Bring water and sun protection; there is no shade.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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