Swimming on the Opal Coast coast is not without dangers, especially because of the "baïnes" (locally known as "bâches") and the waves that can easily surprise unwary bathers.
To avoid any risk, it's important to obey the signs and safety instructions, and to use the beach areas supervised by lifeguards in season.

Remember to check the weather conditions for the day before going to the beach :

See the 5-day forecast...

You should also check the tide times (PM: high tide - BM: low tide) :

See the 6-day tide table...

For safe swimming : Choose supervised bathing areas where rescue teams can intervene quickly.
 

Keep an eye on your children at all times, and always stay with them when they are playing at the water's edge or in the water.

Beware of your physical condition : don't go swimming if you feel unwell (tired, ill, shivering) and don't overestimate your swimming ability.

An attentive swimmer is a safe swimmer : warn someone close to you before you go swimming, follow the safety instructions given by the swimming flags, don't spend too much time in the sun and enter the water gradually, don't drink alcohol before swimming, etc.

In case of emergency

Call 112

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