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Cobo Beach

Guernsey, Channel Islands


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Cobo Beach is a popular destination in Guernsey, known for its sandy bay, rocky granite outcrops, and range of activities for visitors. .

Cobo Beach is a sandy bay situated in the heart of Cobo Village, edged by spectacular rocky granite outcrops. The beach provides excellent opportunities for snorkelling and rockpooling, as well as swimming and windsurfing.

The bay is located near the centre of Cobo Village, which offers a range of amenities including a hotel, restaurant, and pub. Visitors can also find plenty of parking, shops, and accommodations nearby, making it an accessible and enjoyable destination.

The beach is perfect for a swim, and the calm waters make it an ideal spot for trying out windsurfing or kitesurfing. Snorkelling is also popular, with some of the most pristine waters in the area. At low tide, the crystal clear waters reveal expansive rock pools teeming with sea life.

In the summer, the nearby hotels and bars host live music events, taking advantage of the stunning sea views. The beach is a haven for young people and families, who flock to the area to enjoy the soft sandy beach and range of activities.

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Weather and tides for Thursday 4 June

Today
Chance of rain 79%
Max temperature 16°C
feels like 16°C
Wind 30mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 44%
Min temperature 12°C
feels like 11°C
Wind 26mph

The tide at Cobo Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 9:38 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 3:47 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Things to do and see in the area

Cobo Bay (0.1 miles)
Rocquette Ciders (2 miles)
The Little Chapel (2.4 miles)
Candie Gardens (2.7 miles)
Ben Le Prevost Chocolatier (2.9 miles)
Guernsey Town Walks (2.9 miles)
Town Church St Peter Port (3 miles)
Tour Guernsey (3 miles)
Hauteville House (3 miles)
Island RIB Voyages (3.1 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Castel

Coordinates: 49°28'37"N 2°35'33"W

Mapcode: GGY 6Y.CZ

What 3 Words: fired.mushroom.punchy

Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.

County: Guernsey

Country: Channel Islands

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