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Loire Sand Banks (Pont Wilson)
Loire river, north edge of centre · Pont Wilson, 37000 Tours
Below the Pont Wilson, broad sand and gravel banks emerge from the Loire in summer (Jun–Sep), forming improvised beaches used by Tours residents for dog walks and gentle wading. Human swimming is officially banned because of currents, but dogs paddling at the edge are tolerated. Access from the north bank Quai Paul Bert.
🐾 Dog wading tolerated at the river edge; no human swimming🕐 Accessible 24/7 (sand banks emerge Jun–Sep)
💡 Avoid after heavy rain (May, October) when the Loire current strengthens and the banks shrink — best window is mid-July to early September when the river is at its lowest and warmest.
