From Paris, it is possible to reach some of the most beautiful French beaches in less than three hours. Take your car or the train, here are the best beaches close to Paris.
Crotoy Beach (227km from Paris)
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Located in Picardy, Crotoy Beach is the closest beach from Paris by train; 2h by train against 3h by car.
Once you’ve reached Noyelle-sur-Mer, you’ll get the chance to rent a bike and visit this preserved domain and its beautiful environment.
Crotoy Beach is known to be one of the most beautiful beaches in France and is the perfect destination for a weekend far from the crowd of tourists; from Autumn to Summer.
For a lunch or dinner break, try out the local specialties such as the Flemish leek tart or the Hortillons soup.
Accommodations I recommend in the area:
- Low-cost accommodation (from €89)
- Most Instagrammable accommodation (from €152)
- Unusual accommodation (tipi, mobil-home) (from €250/week)
Dieppe Beach (196 km from Paris)
Crotoy Beach may be the closest by train, but Dieppe Beach is the closest by car. Located in Seine-Maritime, 200km away from Paris, it will take you 2h10 to reach the beach.
Here, there is no sand to walk on, only stones.
While it’s less convenient to lie down and sunbathe, the stones offer a beautiful view that you can admire from the Norman port.
Enjoy some scallops on a terrace or walk to the second Dieppe beach; Puys beach from where you can look at the cliffs.
Accommodations I recommend in the area:
- Low-cost accommodation (from €54)
- Most Instagrammable accommodation (from €106)
- Unusual accommodations (yurt, water drop) (from €350/week)
Etretat beach (206km from Paris)
Etretat Beach is also a stone beach, but the cliffs and setting that made the region famous are worth the trip.
Don’t be afraid to stop by the Etretat village, one of the most beautiful villages in France, always lively no matter the season.
You can reach Etretat by train and bus in 3h or by car in only 2h20.
Accommodations I recommend in the area:
- Low-cost accommodation (from €68)
- Most Instagrammable accommodation (from €140)
- Nice campsite with a water park (from €126/week)
Deauville beach (200km from Paris)
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Deauville Beach is one of the most popular beaches in the North of France.
It is loved by locals, Parisians, and all French people alike.
This gorgeous seaside resort will welcome you with its port, yachts and colorful sailing ships.
Here, the villas and hotels are luxurious and will make you feel as if you were walking along Nice’s coast.
The beach is 500 meters long and attracts hundreds of people all year long.
Accommodations I recommend in the area:
- Low-cost accommodation (from €110)
- Most Instagrammable accommodation (from €327)
- Apartments in residence with a heated pool (from €68)
Ouistreham (244 km from Paris)
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2h42 away from Paris, come to Ouistreham and relax to the rhythm of the tides.
Like at the Mont-Saint-Michel, you will be able to admire the striking spectacle of the sea which flows back leaving behind miles of sandy beaches.
This will give you a golden opportunity to start shellfishing.
Accommodations I recommend in the area:
- Low-cost accommodation (from €66)
- Most Instagrammable accommodation (houses from €329)
- Fisherman house facing the sea (from €161)
Le Touquet (193 km from Paris)
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Le Touquet is the second most appreciated city for the Parisian bourgeoisie after Deauville.
This seaside resort attracts people mainly for by casino, its luxury hotels, its horseback riding along the sea and its numerous stores.
If you want a luxurious and high-quality stay, it is at the edge of this beach of the Opal Coast that you will have to have a stay.
Accommodations I recommend in the area:
- Low-cost accommodation (from €53)
- Most Instagrammable accommodation (from €190)
- Mobile home facing the sea (from €71)
Boulogne sur Mer (277km from Paris)
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Fine sand, beach cabins and blue sky (almost all year round).
Only 2h50 away from Paris, the family beach of Boulogne sur Mer is ideal for a stay by the sea.
Supervised during the months of July and August, it offers many activities throughout the year.
Accommodations I recommend in the area:
- Low-cost accommodation (from €49)
- Most Instagrammable accommodation (from €264)
- Mobile home facing the sea (from €165)
Cabourg Beach (218km from Paris)
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Cabourg is located on the “Côte Fleurie” in Normandy.
It may look very chic and luxurious, but you won’t have to spend thousands of euros to enjoy a day or weekend here.
Before reaching the two-kilometer-long beach, walk along the sumptuous villas located on the seaside.
Cabourg Beach (website in French) is a little piece of paradise that you will be able to reach in 3h by train or 2h20 by car.
Walk on the beach or spend your evening at the casino, Cabourg is the perfect place for a relaxing trip far from the Parisian frenzy.
Accommodations I recommend in the area:
- Low-cost accommodation (from €72)
- Most Instagrammable accommodation (from €242)
- Apartments with pool access (from €379/week)
Berck-sur-Mer beach (247km from Paris)
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Located in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Berck-sur-Mer (website in French) became a seaside resort back in the 19th century and is still popular nowadays.
To reach its four gorgeous beaches you will have to take a 2h45 trip from Paris by train or by car.
It is a 12 km sand beach which you can admire while inhaling some Northern fresh air.
If you feel a little more adventurous, why not try out some land sailing?
And, before leaving, don’t forget to try the local specialty: Berck’s berlingots.
Accommodations I recommend in the area :
- Low-cost accommodation (from €53)
- Most Instagrammable accommodation (from €184)
- Mobil homes in front of the sea (from €345.36/week)
Honfleur Beach (186km from Paris)
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The trip to the beautiful Honfleur beach will take a little over two hours, no matter if you go by train or by car.
Before diving into the sea, don’t miss out on the Maisons Satie. These former houses are now museums you can visit and are dedicated to the classical music composer Erik Satie.
The historical center is breathtaking, just as is the port located just a few meters away from the Butin beach.
Accommodations I recommend in the area :
- Low-cost accommodation (from €61)
- Most Instagrammable accommodation (from €223)
- Mobil homes and canvas or wood tents (with water parks) (from €402.50/week)
Veules-les-Roses Beach (227km from Paris)
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Nestled on the Normandy coast, about 200 kilometers from Paris, Veules-les-Roses Beach (website in French) is an idyllic destination that combines charm and serenity.
This picturesque beach, with its impressive cliffs and sea-polished pebbles, offers a perfect setting for an escape from the capital.
Accessible in just two and a half hours by car, it captivates visitors with its stunning coastal landscapes and the authentic atmosphere of this quaint village.
Veules-les-Roses Beach is the ideal place to enjoy a relaxing day by the English Channel, far from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Accommodations I recommend in the area :
- The cheapest hotel (from €73)
- The most Instagramable hotel (from €277)
- Original accommodation (from €104)
Houlgate Beach (238km from Paris)
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Houlgate Beach (website in French) is a true gem of the Côte Fleurie in Normandy. Just a two-hour drive from Paris, this fine sandy beach stretches for several kilometers, making it ideal for swimming and strolling.
With its elegant Belle Époque villas and welcoming atmosphere, Houlgate is the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate.
Accommodations I recommend in the area :
- The cheapest hotel (from €99)
- The most Instagramable hotel (from €155)
- Unusual accommodation in a campground (from €546)
Paris Plages
Who said you had to leave the capital to go to the beach? The closest beach to Paris is, of course, and without a doubt… Paris Plages which is set up every summer in the middle of the city.
Created in 2002, from July to September, it is 4km of beach you can enjoy near the Seine. Pétanques games, bars as well as open pools, located in the 19th district, are waiting for you and your family.
This is the perfect alternative to enjoying the sun without having to travel hundreds of kilometers.
Accommodations I recommend in the area :
- The cheapest hotel (from €61)
- The most Instagramable hotel (from €1,800)
- Original hotel (from €91)
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