The extensive coastline of France means that there is no shortage of incredible beaches to choose from. No matter who you are or what you want from a holiday – relaxation, family fun, a romantic getaway, a good time, great waves or impossibly pretty surroundings – you'll be able to find the perfect beach for you and your individual needs in France.
As there is so much choice, we thought we'd help you narrow it down and have picked some of our favourite beaches in the country. With both famous must-sees and little-known gems, here are more of our picks of France's best beaches…
As there is so much choice, we thought we'd help you narrow it down and have picked some of our favourite beaches in the country. With both famous must-sees and little-known gems, here are more of our picks of France's best beaches…
7. Plage Châtelaillon
This two-and-a-half kilometre long beach was completely renovated in 1989 with half a million cubic metres of sand brought to repair it and, today, is a sandy, pretty dream. It is safe and easily accessed and is perfect for kids and families.
Backed by a pedestrianised walkway and flanked by restaurants and cafes, it boasts excellent facilities, endless blue skies, clear water and is dotted by cute striped cabins. It's a simple spot, a stone's throw from La Rochelle, that is quieter by contrast and, yet, still has a lot to offer.
If you have found a vacation rental in La Rochelle, forego the crowds and tourist vibes there for a few days and take some trips to this lesser-known gem, you'll thank us for it later!
This two-and-a-half kilometre long beach was completely renovated in 1989 with half a million cubic metres of sand brought to repair it and, today, is a sandy, pretty dream. It is safe and easily accessed and is perfect for kids and families.
Backed by a pedestrianised walkway and flanked by restaurants and cafes, it boasts excellent facilities, endless blue skies, clear water and is dotted by cute striped cabins. It's a simple spot, a stone's throw from La Rochelle, that is quieter by contrast and, yet, still has a lot to offer.
If you have found a vacation rental in La Rochelle, forego the crowds and tourist vibes there for a few days and take some trips to this lesser-known gem, you'll thank us for it later!
8. Côte des Basques, Biarritz
One of the most highly praised beaches in France, the famous Côte des Basques is "legendary for both surfers and sunbathers" according to the ecstatic Tripadvisor reviews. Located in the south-western city of Biarritz, this pretty beach attracts the rich and great waves and boasts soft sand and a great proximity to the lovely city itself. It is well-worth checking out if you have found a vacation rental in Biarritz.
Of course, there are many more incredible beaches all over France so be sure to read on to the last post in this series to discover our final picks of the best of the best.
One of the most highly praised beaches in France, the famous Côte des Basques is "legendary for both surfers and sunbathers" according to the ecstatic Tripadvisor reviews. Located in the south-western city of Biarritz, this pretty beach attracts the rich and great waves and boasts soft sand and a great proximity to the lovely city itself. It is well-worth checking out if you have found a vacation rental in Biarritz.
Of course, there are many more incredible beaches all over France so be sure to read on to the last post in this series to discover our final picks of the best of the best.
Photo credits
picture 1: anne sophie legrand / CC BY-SA 4.0;
picture 2: Michel CORNU / CC BY-SA 2.0;
picture 3: Alejo / CC BY-SA 2.0;
picture 1: anne sophie legrand / CC BY-SA 4.0;
picture 2: Michel CORNU / CC BY-SA 2.0;
picture 3: Alejo / CC BY-SA 2.0;
