Plage d'Argent
Plage d'Argent is a white-sand beach west of Porquerolles village, sheltered from the mistral with pine woods behind it, and the national park itself calls it very busy. It's 1.8 km from the harbour, about 35 minutes on foot or 12 by bike, and it's the island's only beach fitted out for wheelchair users.
What Beach, PorquerollesFrench Riviera
When June to October 22° in Sep
Getting there Boat On foot 35 min walk-in
Cost Public shoreFree
Access Port-Cros National Park core area: dogs banned from beaches, no fires or smoking outside the village, no camping. Summer visitor numbers are capped, with booked crossings from La Tour Fondue.
- 14°J
- 13°F
- 13°M
- 14°A
- 17°M
- 20°J
- 22°J
- 24°A
- 22°S
- 20°O
- 17°N
- 15°D
Getting in
- Access
- White sand west of the village with pine woods behind. Wooden decking gives wheelchair access to the water, and a first-aid post opens in summer.
- Parking
- No cars on Porquerolles. Visitors cross by ferry from La Tour Fondue on the Giens peninsula.
- Public transport
- TLV-TVM ferry from La Tour Fondue (Hyères) to Porquerolles harbour, 15 minutes, then 1.8 km on foot (35 min) or by bike (12 min).
Cost and facilities
- Entry
- Free, public shore
- Facilities
- ToiletsRestaurantLifeguard in seasonStep-free access
Questions about Plage d'Argent
- How warm is the water at Plage d'Argent?
- The sea is typically 24 °C in August and 13 °C in February, averaged over 1991 to 2020. The swimming season runs from June to October.
- Is Plage d'Argent free?
- Yes, it's a public shore with no entry fee.
- How do you get to Plage d'Argent?
- TLV-TVM ferry from La Tour Fondue (Hyères) to Porquerolles harbour, 15 minutes, then 1.8 km on foot (35 min) or by bike (12 min). Parking: no cars on Porquerolles. Visitors cross by ferry from La Tour Fondue on the Giens peninsula.
- What is the water quality at Plage d'Argent?
- Classified excellent in the 2025 EEA bathing season, per the European Environment Agency.
- Is there a lifeguard at Plage d'Argent?
- Yes, in the summer season.
- What facilities are there at Plage d'Argent?
- Toilets, restaurant and step-free access.
- What else is near Plage d'Argent?
- Plage Notre-Dame (4 km).
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