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Overview
Plage de Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme is located in the charming town of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, in the north of France. The beach is approximately 2 kilometers long and features fine white sand.
Amenities
The beach also features several amenities such as public restrooms, showers, and access for people with disabilities
Activities
Activities available at the beach include swimming, sunbathing, beach volleyball, and other beach games.
Parking
There is a parking lot located near the beach, and it is paid. The beach is accessible by bike and public transportation as well.
Fun Fact
Fun fact: The town of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme was a strategic location during the Hundred Years' War and World War II, and the beach was used as a landing site for allied forces during the D-Day landings.
Attractions
Visitors to Plage de Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme can enjoy a stroll along the nearby medieval town, with its picturesque narrow streets and colorful houses. The town also features a lovely harbor, where visitors can rent a boat or take a boat tour. Additionally, the town is surrounded by nature reserves and hiking trails, such as the Bay of Somme Nature Reserve and the Marquenterre Ornithological Park.
Restaurants
For nearby dining options, visitors can check out Le Crotoy, a nearby town known for its seafood restaurants, or try La Table de l'Amiral, which features French cuisine.
Hotels
Visitors looking for a place to stay can choose from a variety of hotels in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, such as the Hotel Les Corderies, a charming 18th-century former cord-making factory converted into a hotel. Another option is the Hotel du Port et des Bains, which features comfortable rooms and a restaurant with a terrace overlooking the harbor.
Amenities
Activities
Rentals
Food
Local Beach Vendor
Access
Parking - Paid
Features
Top Traveler Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme have parking? If so, is it free or paid?
No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.
Does Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme have lifeguards?
No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.
Is Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme a family-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.
Is Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme good for swimming?
No, this Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.
Does Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme have restrooms?
No, this Beach does not have restrooms on or near the beach.
Is Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme a nude beach?
No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.
Is there food near Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme?
No, this Beach does not have nearby restaurants but frequently has beach vendors selling food on or near the beach.
What are the activities at Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme?
No, this Beach is not known for any activities in particular.
Does Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme have accommodations for people with disabilities?
No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.
Is Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme a dog-friendly beach?
No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.
Is Plage De Saint-Valery-Sur-Somme good for surfing?
No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.