About Linau Beach
Linau Beach (Pantai Linau) is a coastal attraction located in Linau Village, Maje District, Kaur Regency, Bengkulu Province, on the southwest coast of Sumatra facing the Indian Ocean. The beach is known for its stretch of light-colored sand, relatively natural and quiet setting, and views of the open ocean. It is used by local fishing communities and visited for sightseeing, photography and coastal recreation within the Kaur coastal tourism area.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open sandy coastline facing the Indian Ocean with a relatively natural and undeveloped setting in Linau Village. The beach offers a long shoreline for walking, views of waves and fishing boats, and a quiet environment away from urban centers. Areas for sitting and viewing the sea are available, with small local stalls nearby. The surroundings are coastal village landscape with coconut trees and fishing activity.
Key highlights
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Sandy shoreline facing the Indian Ocean in Maje District
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Relatively natural and quiet coastal setting
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Views of open ocean waves and fishing boats
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Coastal village atmosphere of Linau Village
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Photography and sightseeing along the Kaur coastline
Culture & Context
The beach is part of the traditional fishing coastline of Maje District, where local communities depend on the sea for livelihood, reflecting the coastal culture of Kaur Regency.
Route
| By road | Accessible by road from Bintuhan (capital of Kaur Regency) via the Bengkulu - Kaur coastal highway to Maje District and Linau Village, about 30-40 km south of Bintuhan, by car or motorcycle |
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| By public transport |