A stay on the French Riviera planned? The most beautiful beaches of Nice are presented immediately, as a passage in the city is a must!
Nice and its famous Promenade des Anglais are known all over the world, at least by name. Facing the bay of Les Anges, you enjoy walking on this long avenue lined with prestigious hotels that runs along the beautiful beaches of Nice. As you walk through this asphalt aisle, you can enjoy, depending on the time of the day, watching the sun flow behind the waves or delecting its rays on our skin.
But then, what places are worth a break? We devour everything on the 8 best spots to sunbath and swim in Nice!
Public beaches in Nice
It is not necessarily necessary to spend a single centime to enjoy a nice beach in Nice. Indeed, many of them have the status of public beaches, and are therefore open to all. These are the ones we have preferred!
1. The most authentic: the creek of the Reserve
Photo credit: Facebook – La Reserve de Nice
Along the seaside after the harbour, we fall on this series of small coves. Emblématiques de la Belle d’Azur, you will find a lot less world than in the other beaches of the city, and much of the people present are locals.
We understand why they are so appreciated when you put your foot on the soft and warm sand and you can finally enjoy the calm of a beach in Nice. And nearby, a nautical club offers catamaran rides, kayak rides and diving initiations.
For the little story, it is on this beach that Brice de Nice desperately waited to be able to surf his wave!
2. The Family: Sailing Beach
Photo credit: Facebook – Stephane Maquet
Located close to the Masséna Museum, in the heart of the Prom’ , as the niçois call it, it is often in Voilier Plage that one comes to enjoy a picnic or an afternoon, with family and friends. It must be said that this pebble beach offers such a view of the city and the bay of the Angels that it is difficult to resist the desire to place its towel there.
On site, a water-footed restaurant and a children’s playground await you. Warning: To ensure the cleanliness of this space, smoking is forbidden on this beach.
3. Most handi-friendly : Centennial Beach
Photo credit: Shutterstock – Malcangi Valentina
This should of course be the case for all the public beaches, but we can point out that this beach in Nice has specific amenities for people with disabilities. Examples include: Audioplugs intended for visually impaired persons, who allow them to enjoy the joyfulness of the sea as it should be. It should be noted that smoking is also prohibited on Centennial Beach!
4. The most dog-friendly : Carras Beach
Photo credit: Shutterstock – Alexander Demyanenko
Only beach of Nice allowed to dogs, the beach of Carras will make the happiness of your companion on four legs... And yours, of course! This was well thought out, as it is also one of the longest beaches in Nice: its 350 metres are ideal for your pet to be able to shave their legs.
And if you want an unusual activity, you can also rent a jet-ski. Last important point: this stretch of sand has easy access for people with disabilities.
5. The quietest beach in Lenval
Photo credit: Wikimedia – Irina Kortch
Renowned as being quieter than the other public beaches in Nice, Lenval Beach is just outside the hospital of the same name. This vast expanse of pebbles is especially suitable for people who do not appreciate the hue on the beaches. An area dedicated to the practice of windsurfing and windsurfing will delight water sports enthusiasts.
Private beach in Nice
If you are looking for a beach in Nice where you will not only be well installed, but also safe from the hustle that you can find on the public beaches, then this selection is made for you.
6. Most chic : Opéra Plage
Photo credit: Facebook – Opéra Plage
Once called the Opera Pavilion, the Opera Beach is one of the oldest beaches in Nice. Here, we run smoothly: on our sunbath we are distributed the last issues of the French and international press, of which we like to spread the pages to the breath of the marine breeze.
To get the chance to elect home for a day, you will have to pay the modest sum of 22 € , parasol and cab included. By paying a supplement, a massage can complete these one-day hours in paradise. Practical question, our friends dogs are of course welcome to this address.
It is obvious that the Opera Beach also has a restaurant facing the sea. Making the deadlock on his grilled wolf would be a madness! It is also worth noting that it is possible to privatize the spaces of the Opera Plage and organize an evening with DJ or live musicians. You will find all additional information as well as detailed rates on the Opéra Plage website.
7. The most lounge : Beau Rivage
Photo credit: Flickr – Bernard Blanc
A stone's throw from the city centre, the Beau Rivage is a real paradise area of 100 meters long. A breathtaking view, a care staff and a dream location just a step away from the city centre: that's what you expect.
And the least we can say is that the team of this beach in Nice does not do things halfway: premium mattress facing the Mediterranean or hammam, comfort is far from missing! If the heart tells you, go eat the eyes closed at the restaurant on site: their beef carpaccio is to fall.
At nightfall, lounge evenings or DJ animations meet to put the atmosphere at the sea. Contact the hotel to book your place on this beach in Nice.
8. Most nature : Beach Les Canailles
Photo credit: Facebook – The Canailles
Waves that slam, limpid water, harmony of senses... The Canailles is a green setting by the beach in Nice. Parasols and mattresses await you wisely under centenary trees, where serenity and authenticity are the master words. So we settle down, breathe, meditate... And, why not, we sit down, wrapped in the heat of the sun’s rays.
The map of the restaurant des Canailles, it is concocted by a chef who is interested in respecting nature. Do not hesitate to taste its seasonal specialties, prepared with fresh and local products!
So, where are you going to swim in Nice this summer?
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