Côte d'Azur Beaches

Not only do you have great weather and scenery on the French Riviera, but you are also spoilt for choice when it comes to beaches.  However, don't make the same mistake we did in peak season - driving up and down the coastline looking for a deserted beauty spot....you won't find one!  From St Tropez to Grimaud the coastline is packed with coves and delightful beaches (see left).  And the area around St Raphael has some fine beaches….. but it will be busy and parking can be a problem.  So if you want to spend a day on the beach you are recommended to make a day of it and arrive early!

These are our favourites:    - Agay    - Cannes    - Cassis    - Fréjus    - Pointe du Défende

Fréjus Plage

Location: 25km S West of Cannes, head for Fréjus Plage on the N98 in the direction of St Raphael.  Be careful crossing this busy road on the way to the beach.

General Information: Official town website.

Description: Pleasantly sheltered beach (pictured right), although not very large.  Busy in peak season with limited parking.  There are cafés at the top of the beach so you if you're happy with the traditional tourist fare you can leave the picnic for another day.  Toilets are a bit of a walk.

Our recommendations: This beach has excellent sand for digging sandcastles, there are pedaloes for hire.  It’s our favourite beach in the area for entertaining the kids.

It's a long time since we visited the Côte d'Azur with the children and they don't remember much about it.  So we can't offer a list of their favourites here.  If you would like to propose some, please send us your feedback.