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Pors Donn is a BeachFinder spot in FR-NW, FR. Today, compare water temperature 23°C, wind 7 km/h · E, uv 7.5, waves 0.1 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 86/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.

Water temperature
23°C
Wind
7 km/h · E
UV
7.5
Waves
0.1 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Jun 25, 06:45 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 86/100

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Updated: Jun 25, 06:45 AM
Water temp
23°C
Air temp
24°C
Feels like
26°C
UV index
7.5
Wind
7 km/h · E
Gust 11 km/h
Waves
0.1 m
Current
1 km/h · NW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo

Pors Donn

Pors Donn is part of the rugged geography of northwestern Brittany, in the immediate vicinity of the Crozon Peninsula and the Finistère coastline. Located about 1.4 km from Grève de Porsguen and 3.5 km from Grève du Bendy, this small cove opens onto the Bay of Douarnenez, one of the major indentations of the Breton coast. The area is characterized by a succession of small coves and beaches, separated by granite rock outcrops typical of the Armorican Massif. The hinterland, covered with heathland and small coastal woods, slopes gradually towards the shore. Pors Donn remains a small beach, little developed and largely ignored by conventional tourist routes. Unlike Grève de Porsguen, located immediately to the east, which benefits from better road access, this cove retains a more secluded character. The absence of official supervision and limited access maintain its tranquility. The site has neither dedicated parking nor visible amenities, which explains its low visitor numbers and the relative preservation of the coastal environment. No standard tourist facilities are reported on site. The beach does not have Blue Flag certification and benefits from no supervision service. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not guaranteed. This configuration makes it a preferred location for visitors seeking tranquility and direct contact with the Breton coast, far from the standardized infrastructure that characterizes the seaside resorts in the area.

About this spot

The name Pors Donn comes from the Breton 'porzh' (port, cove) and 'donn' (brown, dark), likely referring to the color of the rocks or shallow waters of this small bay. Located in Finistère, a region historically linked to maritime traditions and coastal resource exploitation, this cove is part of the minor natural harbors that once dotted the Breton coast. These coves long served as emergency anchorages for fishermen and small coastal traders. Today, Pors Donn embodies these Breton coastal areas that have escaped mass tourism, preserving the intimacy of granite and foam shores characteristic of the Bay of Douarnenez.

Updated 5/9/2026

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