France offers multiple beaches, from Normandy limestone cliffs to Corsican bays. This selection presents white sand beaches, cliffs, protected coves and nature reserves across different regions.
Camargue, France
This 5-kilometer sandy beach along the Mediterranean coast features white sand, clear water and native plants. Flamingos visit the nearby salt marshes.
Meschers-sur-Gironde, France
This beach near limestone cliffs contains caves and coves. The sand extends 300 meters at low tide, revealing rock pools with marine life.
Ramatuelle, France
This protected peninsula features Mediterranean plants, rocky coves and sand beaches. The coastal path provides views of clear blue water.
Brittany, France
This small granite island contains a beach accessible only by boat. The surrounding waters host diverse marine life and seabirds.
Biarritz, France
The beach sits at the base of tall cliffs and provides regular waves for surfers of all levels. The bay extends over 1 kilometer.
Cap d'Ail, France
A 200-meter cove between Monaco and Nice with white pebbles. The beach is accessible via stone steps.
Piana, Corsica, France
The 750-meter sandy beach is surrounded by red granite rocks. The water is turquoise and the sand is golden.
Bonifacio, Corsica, France
The white sand beach sits in a protected bay. The water temperature reaches 24 degrees Celsius in summer.
Corsica, France
This bay sits 1000 meters from the nearest road and is only accessible on foot or by boat.
Porquerolles, France
An 800-meter beach with white sand, surrounded by pine and eucalyptus trees.
South Corsica, France
The beach features 500 meters of fine sand and is bordered by granite rocks.
Saint-Florent, France
The beach extends 300 meters and is surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation.
Ramatuelle, France
This 4.5 kilometer sand beach features 27 private beach clubs with restaurants along the French Riviera.
Ouistreham, France
A 7 kilometer sandy beach with shallow water, sailing clubs and a naturist area in the eastern section.
Normandy, France
A 5 kilometer beach with fine sand, beach cabins and a historical seaside resort from the Belle Époque period.
Normandy, France
The limestone cliffs reach 90 meters in height and form three large rock arches over the sea.
Corsica, France
A sandy beach with white sand and granite rocks in southeastern Corsica, surrounded by pine and juniper trees.
Camaret-sur-Mer, France
A beach with natural rock formations and sand areas on the coast of Brittany.
Brittany, France
An island with 58 beaches, fishing villages and historical fortresses on the Breton coast.
French Riviera, France
A small bay between Nice and Monaco with clear water and Mediterranean vegetation.
Corsica
This coast sits in a nature reserve with gray rocks and Mediterranean vegetation in the northern part of the island.
Brittany
The island features 30 beaches with varied sand colors and rock formations along the southern coast.
Jersey
The sandy beach is surrounded by granite rocks and offers extensive walking space during low tide.
Marseille
Narrow bay between white limestone cliffs with turquoise water and a pebble beach.
Argeles-sur-Mer, France
A 400-meter sand beach with shallow water, protected by rocks. During summer, lifeguards and changing cabins are available.
Île de Bréhat, Brittany, France
A small beach with pink granite rocks, accessible at low tide. The bay offers clear water for swimming.