Deauville beach, Sandy beach in Deauville, France
Deauville beach is a two-kilometer sandy shore with about 450 wooden cabins arranged along the Les Planches boardwalk. The boardwalk features restaurants, shops, and a clear view of the water, with swimming and sports facilities nearby.
The beach became a fashionable seaside resort in the late 1800s when wealthy Parisians discovered the coast. The famous Les Planches boardwalk was built in 1923 and has shaped its character since then.
The beach has been a gathering place for artists and filmmakers from around the world for more than a century. Today, each September the film festival draws people who celebrate cinema history in this familiar setting.
Visit on warmer days and avoid peak August when crowds build up significantly. The boardwalk is easy to walk along and offers plenty of space for strolling, sitting, or enjoying the water.
Individual wooden cabins display names of film stars and directors, creating a special link to cinema culture. Riders can gallop along the sand at sunrise, moving between water and shore in a way few beaches allow.
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