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Beaches and Coasts

This selection spans the French Riviera's diverse coastline, from the expansive five-kilometer stretch of Pampelonne in Saint-Tropez to the protected bays of Porquerolles Island. It includes urban family-friendly coves in Toulon, historic spots in Saint-Tropez’s old town, and secluded naturist locations beneath the cliffs of Cap Sicié. The list also highlights unique geological features like the ochre sands of the Colorado Provençal, providing a guide to the region's varied sandy shores, rocky inlets, and clear Mediterranean waters.

Beaches and Coasts — Harita

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A

Pampelonne Beach

This beach is the main draw of St. Tropez.

B

Tahiti Beach

Being a legendary filming location, this beach is not to be missed. Golden sand, countless sunbeds and crystal-clear sea.

Aimelaime / CC BY-SA 3.0

C

Plage de la Gravette

An unusually sandy beach in this part of the country is a great place to relax as it is usually quite calm and the water is clear to swim…

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D

Plages du Mourillon

A series of man-made sandy coves in Toulon featuring landscaped gardens, sports facilities, and waterfront restaurants.

E

Sahara

Located in the Colorado Provençal near Rustrel, this site features vibrant orange and yellow ochre sand formations created by former mining activities.

Mario Marwan / CC-BY-SA

F

Plage du centre ville

The central sandy beach of Sainte-Maxime, situated directly opposite the harbor and town center.

Dezou / CC-BY-SA

G

Première Courtade

The largest beach on Porquerolles Island, located within walking distance of the village and bordered by eucalyptus and pine trees.

H

Plage de la Ponche

A small beach in the heart of Saint-Tropez's historic fishing quarter, tucked between old town houses and the citadel.

I

Plage de Notre-Dame

An expansive bay on Porquerolles Island known for its shallow turquoise waters and a backdrop of dense pine and eucalyptus forests.

J

Grande Plage du Lavandou

The main fine-sand beach of Le Lavandou, featuring palm trees and a wide range of water sports facilities.

K

Plage naturiste du Jonquet

A secluded nudist beach at the foot of the Cap Sicié cliffs, accessible via a steep hiking trail through the forest.

L

La Seyne-sur-Mer

A designated naturist area located on the rugged coastline of the Cap Sicié massif.

Dezou / CC-BY-SA

M

Plage des Porquerollais

A sandy beach on Porquerolles Island offering clear, shallow waters and easy access from the village harbor.

Dezou / CC-BY-SA

N

Plage du Bon Renaud

A sheltered white sand beach on the western coast of Porquerolles, protected from the Mistral winds by its orientation.