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Plage de Fossan
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About
Plage de Fossan is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 43th place out of 75 beaches in the Maritime Alps region 20.8 km away from its center, the city of Nice. It is one of the beaches of Menton settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious bay with crystal blue water and light pebble, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Plage de Fossan coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, 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. Parking is located directly on the beach.
11 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage des Sablettes, which has a rating of 8.5.
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Beach overall scores
Plage de Fossan is located in Maritime Alps region (French Riviera sub-region) within Menton, 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 in close proximity to the city center is a sight to behold. As the day progresses, the beach tends to become crowded, so it is advisable to arrive early to avoid the hustle and bustle."
Elio Rinaldi
"If you're fond of the ocean's natural rhythm and the sound of crashing waves, Menton's rocky beach is the perfect destination for you. Despite its rough terrain, it is widely regarded as the best beach in the area for those seeking a clear and unobstructed view of the sea. Its untamed beauty is sure to leave you in awe and provide a refreshing escape from the hustle and bust..."
Ariana Valdez
User reviews
"The beach in close proximity to the city center is a sight to behold. As the day progresses, the beach tends to become crowded, so it is advisable to arrive early to avoid the hustle and bustle."
Elio Rinaldi
"If you're fond of the ocean's natural rhythm and the sound of crashing waves, Menton's rocky beach is the perfect destination for you. Despite its rough terrain, it is widely regarded as the best beach in the area for those seeking a clear and unobstructed view of the sea. Its untamed beauty is sure to leave you in awe and provide a refreshing escape from the hustle and bust..."
Ariana Valdez
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Le Cafe Du Parvis• 2 min walk
- La Brioche Doree• 3 min walk
- OU PASTRE• 3 min walk
- Le Lido• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Hôtel Adhémar de Lan...• 3 min walk
- Salle des Mariages J...• 5 min walk
- Église russe de l’ic...• 24 min walk
- Plage du Buse• 4.1km
Transport
- MCM• 8.8km
- Vilarem - Zest Bus S...• 4km
- Menton• 14 min walk
Localities
- Menton• 350m
- Nice• 20.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plage de Fossan?
The beachline of Plage de Fossan is covered with light pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.
What are the key activities at Plage de Fossan?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage de Fossan, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Plage de Fossan good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Plage de Fossan is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Plage de Fossan for swimming is positive.
Is the Plage de Fossan 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 pebbles and the entrance to the water is sharp.
Is the Plage de Fossan 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.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage de Fossan?
The bar is located right on the Plage de Fossan.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Le Cafe Du Parvis is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plage de Fossan?
There are 1532 places to stay in the Plage de Fossan area.
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How far is the Plage de Fossan from parking?
The Plage de Fossan has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Plage de Fossan?
There are 4 attractions near Plage de Fossan that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Hôtel Adhémar de Lantagnac located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plage de Fossan?
The month with the highest temperature in Plage de Fossan 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?
Plage de Fossan (Maritime Alps) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Plage de Fossan (Maritime Alps) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Plage de Fossan for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.
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