About Seine-Maritime

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent pebbly beaches of Seine-Maritime attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Seine-Maritime Best beaches

view the highest rated beaches in area

Good for Relax
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Light pebble • Crowded in season
4.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Plage du Tilleul

La Place 1.4 km
Good
7.3
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Gray pebble • Crowded in season
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Plage Saint-Jouin

Saint-Jouin-Bruneval 0.8 km
Good
7.3
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Gray pebble • Turquoise pure water
4.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray pebble • Turquoise water • Crowded in season
3.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray pebble • Turquoise water • Pebbles bottom
3.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
3.7 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 17 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Seine-Maritime.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Seine-Maritime, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is pebble of bright color.
  • Since many beaches are pebbly, we recommend taking special shoes with you to avoid discomfort during your vacation.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 14.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Seine-Maritime is less than 500 meters. 17 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Seine-Maritime beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Seine-Maritime's beaches

Etretat Beach
10 Jenna Valentina Carroz

We had a fantastic time spending the whole day at the beach in beautiful Etraret. There were plenty of activities to keep us entertained, and a wide range of dining options to choose from. I stumbled upon a small library where both kids and adults can take a break from the sun and enjoy some reading time. Additionally, I highly recommend taking a short walk to the top of the hills to admire the breathtaking views. Just a reminder, the beach is made of stones, so keep that in mind if you plan on spending the entire day there. Also, exercise caution when it comes to kids swimming, as the waters can be quite strong. I hope you have as much enjoyment in Etraret as we did.

Plage Saint-Jouin
10 Gavin Delacroix

This beach is absolutely stunning and unique, a hidden treasure that gives off a natural reserve vibe. Don't be discouraged by the nearby industrial zone. The scenery of the hills is absolutely breathtaking, and the water is clean and inviting. It may be a little cool, but not as cold as some other beaches in Normandy. The dark sand is unusual and reminds you of volcanoes. There are two really good restaurants and a café where you can enjoy fries, sausage, and beer. The parking lot is quite strange, but it's very spacious and much quicker to park here than to search for one in Le Havre. And if you're up for some hiking in between swims, there's an amazing panoramic trail that takes about an hour to hike to the top and back to the beach for another swim.

Dieppe Beach
10 Nikolai Nikolai

This is a great spot that's suitable for all! Just remember to stay safe and enjoy yourself. After all, life is too short!

Fecamp Beach
10 Branco J.R.

Very beautiful

Plage du Havre
10 Liliana Zawadzka

The view is always stunning, whether it's summer or winter. 😍

Plage des Petites Dalles
10 Zephyr Wanderer

While not as well-known as Étretat, this little town and its beach are definitely worth a half-day visit.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 7 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 19.7°C and water up to 19.4°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 8.1°C and water to 8.9°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Seine-Maritime? In total there are 17 beaches and the most popular is Etretat Beach.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Seine-Maritime?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Seine-Maritime, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 17 beaches in total, of which about 0 can be called high-rated.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Seine-Maritime?

Most of the beaches located in Seine-Maritime are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

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