Roanne Plage

Roanne Plage: The Urban Beach in the Heart of the City

Roanne Plage is the flagship event of the Roanne summer. Each year, the banks of the Loire are transformed into a true urban seaside resort, offering residents and visitors a space for relaxation and leisure just a stone's throw from the city center of Roanne. Supported by Roannais Agglomération as part of the Festiv'été program, Roanne Plage has become a much-anticipated family and festive event for thousands of people since its creation.

A Rich and Varied Activity Program

Throughout the summer, Roanne Plage offers a daily program of free entertainment designed for all audiences:

• Sports Activities: beach soccer, treetop adventure, slip 'n' slide, Latin dance, yoga, and outdoor sound relaxation.
• Water Activities: canoeing and paddleboarding sessions on the Loire, supervised on Tuesdays and Fridays in the late afternoon.
• Creative Workshops: sculpting and modeling, screen printing, origami, photography workshops, comic strip art, and environmental workshops.
• Games and Relaxation: inflatable games, wooden games, Mölkky, board games, balls and balloons available for free play, poufs, and deckchairs provided.
• Cultural Entertainment: tales from the banks of the Loire, open-air concerts every other Friday, free dances with introductory lessons.

A Bucolic Setting on the Banks of the Loire

The Roanne Plage area is set up on Place Aristide Briand, on the banks of the Loire. This green and shaded site offers an exceptional natural setting in the heart of the city, ideal for a summer break. Families particularly appreciate this safe space where young and old can enjoy various activities in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

A Free and Accessible Event for All

True to its open philosophy, Roanne Plage is completely free for all its daily activities and entertainment. Only the canoeing and paddleboarding sessions are offered at an affordable price of €10 per hour per person. The event runs from Monday to Friday from 2 PM to 8 PM, Saturday from 10 AM to 8 PM, and Sunday from 2 PM to 8 PM, allowing everyone to enjoy this living space throughout the week.

A Highlight of Festiv'été

Roanne Plage is part of the broader Festiv'été program, the summer program of Roannais Agglomération that animates the city of Roanne all summer long with concerts, shows, and festive events. Alongside the Jeudis Live and other highlights, Roanne Plage is the central pillar of this summer programming that makes the banks of the Loire vibrate from July to August.