Plage de Veules-les-Roses, Beach in Veules-les-Roses, Seine-Maritime, France.
The beach at Veules-les-Roses sits where sand and pebbles meet at the mouth of a small river, backed by white limestone cliffs of the Alabaster Coast. The shoreline runs between the river opening and the rocky formations that frame the entire bay.
The beach became a seaside destination during the 1800s, drawing artists and writers to its Norman landscape. The white cliffs and river scenery inspired creative visitors who returned season after season.
Fishing traditions shape daily life here, with local crews setting up wooden drying racks on the beach. These work areas show how people have used this shoreline for generations.
The village center sits just above the shoreline, making it easy to walk down from shops and cafes to the water. Parking areas are nearby, and several restaurants along the way serve fresh seafood and regional dishes.
This beach sits at the end of France's tiniest river, which travels less than 1.5 kilometers (just under 1 mile) from its source to the sea. The small stream flows right through the village before reaching the ocean, making it an unusual feature you can walk beside.
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