Photo spot in Saint-Raphaël & the Estérel
The bay of Agay
A sheltered horseshoe bay of sand and moored boats under the red dome of the Rastel d'Agay.
About The bay of Agay
Get directionsA little east of Cap Dramont, the coast curls into the bay of Agay, the most sheltered anchorage on the Estérel: a curve of sand and fine shingle, fishing boats and yachts swinging on their moorings, a small village behind, and over all of it the Rastel d'Agay, a dome of red rock that turns from rust to copper as the sun goes down.
This is the gentle version of the Estérel — water calm enough to wade into, a beach for children and a promenade for a slow walk — which makes it a natural family location. From the far side of the bay, the view back takes in the whole curve with the red mountain on top.
Best time to shoot
Late afternoon, when the Rastel d'Agay catches the sun
Tips
In July and August the beach fills by late morning — book the end of the day. Agay has its own train stop, so a car is optional.
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We turned to Aurélie to capture our wedding, and we couldn't have dreamed of a better photographer for such an important day. Her work is quite simply exceptional. The photos are beautiful, natural, elegant and, above all, full of emotion.…
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Other spots in Saint-Raphaël & the Estérel
Cap Dramont and the Île d'Or
Red volcanic rock in the foreground and a crenellated tower on its own islet just offshore — the Estérel's signature view.
Pointe de l'Observatoire under Cap Roux
The widest view on the Corniche d'Or — red pinnacles, clear coves and the open sea from a lookout on the coast road.
Saint-Raphaël seafront and the basilica
Palms, Belle Époque villas and the domed basilica of Notre-Dame-de-la-Victoire beside the old port.
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