Plage du Layet

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Avenue du Cap Nègre, Cavalière, 83980 Le Lavandou, Var, France +33 4 94 00 40 50 Website
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Layet is a small naturist cove at Cavalière in Le Lavandou, where reddish sand sits between pines and rocks near the Pointe du Layet. Access is free and open at any hour, so it suits naturists and travellers looking for a quiet swim on the Var coast. Half a day is typical.

Plage du Layet, also known as the Anse du Boucanier, is a small naturist cove at Cavalière, about 6 km from the centre of Le Lavandou on the Mediterranean coast of the Var. The Le Lavandou tourist office lists it among the town's twelve beaches and states that nudism is tolerated there, so it suits naturists and swimmers looking for a quiet, wooded cove.

Golden sand under pines beside the Pointe du Layet

The beach has fine, golden sand and clear water, and it is ringed by dense vegetation of pines, eucalyptus and mimosa next to the Pointe du Layet. It is small and quiet. Reaching it from the Cavalière side means crossing the rocks that separate the two beaches.

Naturist etiquette

Nudity is permitted, and visitors are expected to respect the naturist character of the cove. The usual etiquette applies: give people space, keep cameras pointed at the sea and leave the cove as quiet as you found it.

Chez Jo on the sand, or more choice at Cavalière

The beach restaurant, Chez Jo, serves regional dishes. Regional tourism listings gave its 2026 season as 18 April to 4 October, open daily. For more choice, the main beach at Cavalière, about 1 km away, has several restaurants, along with hotels, holiday rentals and campsites in the district.

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Key information
🏖️Beach: Small cove of fine sand (Anse du Boucanier)
🌿Naturism: Nudity permitted
🐕Dogs: Town beaches: November – March only
🎟️Entry: Free
💰Currency: Euro (€ EUR)
🕕Time Zone: CET (UTC+1) · CEST (UTC+2) in summer

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Plage de Cavalière 1 km
Pointe du Layet 0.2 km
Plage de Pramousquier 2 km
Le Lavandou centre 6 km
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✦ Plan your visit to Plage du Layet Dates, opening hours and how to get there are below. Booking ahead secures your preferred day.
Highlights Include:
Beach
  • Clear water
  • Pines, eucalyptus and mimosa
  • Quiet naturist cove
Nearby
  • Beach restaurant Chez Jo
  • Cavalière's larger beach
What They Offer
Facilities Beach restaurant Limited other facilities
Visit duration Half a day
Timed entry required No

Accessibility

Reached by a path from the coast road; no adapted access published.

Age limits

None

What to pack

Water, shade, sun cream; water and shade: facilities are limited

What to wear

Sandals

Not allowed

Photographing other beachgoers; dogs outside November–March

Amenities

Beach restaurant

Tips for visiting Plage du Layet

  • Arrive early in summer, as roadside parking near the beach is limited.
  • Bring shade, water and snacks, since facilities are basic.
  • Respect naturist etiquette and do not photograph other visitors.
  • Cycle from Le Lavandou on the cycle path to avoid parking problems.
  • Wear water shoes to explore the rocks around the Pointe du Layet.

Visitor policy

Cancellation and prepayment
No booking is needed; access is free.
Children and admission
A naturist beach; visitors should respect its character.
Groups
No booking needed.
Pets
Dogs are allowed on Le Lavandou's beaches only from November to March.
Photography
Photography of other beachgoers is not appropriate.
Bags
No restrictions.
Smoking
Do not leave cigarette ends on the beach.
Accepted payment
Entry is free.
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Yes. The Le Lavandou tourist office states that nudism is tolerated there.