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Petite Afrique Beach
Plage Petite Afrique
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About
Petite Afrique Beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 17th place out of 75 beaches in the Maritime Alps region 5.7 km away from its center, the city of Nice. It is one of the beaches of Beaulieu-sur-Mer settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and light fine pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Petite Afrique Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
16 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage Mala, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Petite Afrique Beach is located in Maritime Alps region (French Riviera sub-region) within Beaulieu-sur-Mer, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach is quite pleasant with its light, fine pebbles. Although there are many rules posted, it's up to you whether or not to abide by them."
Ronin
User reviews
"The beach is quite pleasant with its light, fine pebbles. Although there are many rules posted, it's up to you whether or not to abide by them."
Ronin
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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330m from center
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1.4km
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1km from center
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1.7km from center
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2km
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1.7km from center
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1.7km from center
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1.8km from center
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Located at nearest locality
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1.8km from center
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Menton 0.5 km
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Baia Bella• 1 min walk
- La Javanaise• 1 min walk
- Le Pourquoi Pas• 3 min walk
- Bacchus• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Plage Petite Afrique• 1 min walk
- Musée Du Patrimoine...• 8 min walk
- Casino de Beaulieu• 14 min walk
- Saint jean cap ferra...• 21 min walk
Transport
- MCM• 6.9km
- Petite Afrique• 3 min walk
- Beaulieu-sur-Mer• 10 min walk
Localities
- Beaulieu-sur-Mer• 470m
- Nice• 5.7km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Petite Afrique Beach?
The Petite Afrique Beach is covered with light small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.
What are the key activities at Petite Afrique Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Petite Afrique Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
Is the Petite Afrique Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Petite Afrique Beach is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Petite Afrique Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Petite Afrique Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with small pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Petite Afrique Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Petite Afrique Beach?
Petite Afrique Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Petite Afrique Beach?
The bar is located right on the Petite Afrique Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Baia Bella is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Petite Afrique Beach?
There are 3886 places to stay in the Petite Afrique Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Petite Afrique Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Petite Afrique Beach from parking?
The Petite Afrique Beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Petite Afrique Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Petite Afrique Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Plage Petite Afrique located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Petite Afrique Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Petite Afrique Beach is August. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Petite Afrique Beach (Maritime Alps) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Petite Afrique Beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
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