Plage des Pins, Sand beach in Argelès-sur-Mer, France

Plage des Pins is a sandy beach on the Mediterranean coast near Argelès-sur-Mer, in southern France. It runs alongside a row of tall pine trees that grow close to the shore, giving the sandy strip a natural border.

Argelès-sur-Mer became a popular destination for summer visitors in the early 20th century, and the beaches around the town were gradually opened up for public use. Over the following decades, new facilities were added to keep up with growing numbers of visitors.

The Plage des Pins sits next to a promenade where people walk, jog, or simply look out at the sea. In summer, children build sandcastles and use inflatable structures, while local vendors sell snacks and drinks along the edge of the sand.

The beach is easy to reach on foot or by bike from the center of Argelès-sur-Mer, and parking is available nearby. During the main season, lifeguards are on duty and the beach has showers and toilets; dogs are only allowed outside of peak hours.

The beach holds the Pavillon Bleu label, a French quality mark for cleanliness and safety that is renewed each year. It also has special mats laid across the sand to help people with mobility difficulties reach the water.

• Location: Argelès-sur-Mer
• Address: Plage des Pins, France
• GPS coordinates: 42.55737,3.04763
• Latest update: August 3, 2026 21:50