Top Beach Destinations in France
Thursday March 6, 2008
Spring has almost arrived. If you're like me, your mind is drifting to warmer pursuits. France might be small, but it borders two major bodies of water: the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterannean Sea. These miles of beachfront property are filled with delightful small villages and larger, bustling cities.
This list isn't just popular tourist-ridden beaches everyone knows about. In fact, you may not have heard of any of the beaches on this list. But you will find a list of unique beaches of unspoilt seaside and breathtaking views.
Find out which beaches made the list: Top Beach Destinations in France.
Make it a country-hopping beach adventure: Italian Riviera Pictures | Going to the Beach in Italy | Best Beaches in Spain
Pictured: The Cote Vermeille coast | © Michael Carr
Comments
If you go to Sete, be sure to eat mussels. We’ve stopped in Sete several times enroute just to eat the tasty mussels that come from Sete.
And when you are at Ville Franche sur Mer you should consider a suite at the Hotel Welcom.
@Martha and don’t forget the Sete Oysters
I’ve been to a lot of the beaches on the list but my favourite or the place where I’ve had the most fun has got to be La Grande Motte for the water sports. I like a beach with activities - I can’t just lie on a beach and get a tan! In terms of location for me it’s the Ardèche. The area is beautiful and great for cycling around. We booked through a company called VFB Holidays and stayed in a stunning old cottage for the whole family. I love the food and wine like everybody else and the pace of life seems spot on! I can’t wait to go back there
Oh, the link hasn’t come up. Here it is: VFB Holidays
I love the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantique Ocean, but what about the Manche?! The coast near the Manche is also beautiful. There are so many charming villages in Normandy, such as Honfleur or Granville, and the famous Mont Saint Michel of course!
During the summer, I highly recommend the beaches of the Manche for happy vacation with children!
I love the Mediterranean sea and the Atlantique Ocean, but what about the Manche in Normandy?! There are so many charming villages near the coasts of the Manche: Honfleur, Granville, and the famous Mont Saint Michel of course!
During the summer, I highly recommend the Manche beaches for spending happy and healthy vacation with children!
Veronique