What is the water and sand quality of the Plage de Carras?

The beachline of Plage de Carras is covered with light pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Plage de Carras?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Plage de Carras has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Plage de Carras is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>

Is the Plage de Carras 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 Carras does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.So the overall recommendation of the Plage de Carras for swimming is positive.

Is the Plage de Carras 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 Carras secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plage de Carras?

The bar is located right on the Plage de Carras.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Casino Barrière Le Ruhl Nice is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Plage de Carras?

There are 3904 places to stay in the Plage de Carras area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Plage de Carras include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=57868&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Mediterranee</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=53156&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Le Méridien Nice</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3776956&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Massenet Residence</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6302626&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">LUX VIEW</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2998846&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">PROMENADE HOLIDAY - ROYAL LUXEMBOURG PROMENADE</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5302634&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Studio Massenet Five stars holiday house</a></li></ul>

How far is the Plage de Carras from parking?

The Plage de Carras 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Plage de Carras?

The month with the highest temperature in Plage de Carras is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 11°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Plage de Carras (Maritime Alps) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.

Photo of Plage de Carras with light pebble surface

Photo of Plage de Carras with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Plage de Carras with straight shore

Photo of Plage de Carras with very clean level of cleanliness

Plage de Carras

Q: Are there any attractions nearby Plage de Carras?

There are 4 attractions near Plage de Carras that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mobilboard Nice: Location de trottinettes électriques, de vélos et vélos électriques VAE. Segway et E-bike tours. located in 0.1 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

Nice, France

7.8

#150 out of 492 in Alpes-Côte d'Azur 25

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Light pebble Pebbles bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for Kayaking

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Located within the settlement

Nice • 0.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Pointe de la cuisse

3.7km

Park Jardin Albert 1er

170m

Park Colline du Château

200m

Park Parc Vigier

950m

Park Parc Castel des Deux Rois

1.2km

Hiking Area Coastal Path

1.3km

Park Parc du Mont Boron

1.7km

Park La Crique

2km

Hiking Area Sentier du Littoral

2.4km

Park Jardins de la Citadelle

2.8km

Bar La Vela

8.2 - Very good 50m

Restaurant La Pérouse

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Bar Blue Beach

8 - Very good 100m

Bar Casino Barrière Le Ruhl Nice

7.8 - Very good 100m

Bar Westminster Hotel & Spa - Nice

8.4 - Very good 110m

Restaurant La Rotonde Nice

8.8 - Excellent 110m

Bar AKATHOR PUB

7.6 - Very good 110m

Bar High Club

5.2 - Tolerable 120m

Bar Hôtel West End Nice

8.4 - Very good 120m

Shopping Mall Nice TNL

1.4km

Supermarket Mix Markt

1.5km

Supermarket Carrefour Drive Nice Mont Boron

1.6km

Supermarket Market Nice Mont Boron

1.6km

Supermarket Intermarché EXPRESS Villefranche Sur Mer

3km

Supermarket Super U et Drive

4.5km

Supermarket Casino Shop

7.8km

Supermarket Utile - Super U

10km

Tourist Attraction #ILoveNICE

70m

Tourist Attraction Mobilboard Nice: Location de trottinettes électriques, de vélos et vélos électriques VAE. Segway et E-bike tours.

9.6 - Exceptional 130m

Tourist Attraction Tritons Fountain

8.4 - Very good 150m

Tourist Attraction Heritage Center

8.8 - Excellent 150m

Tourist Attraction Palais de la Préfecture

8.6 - Excellent 210m

Museum Villa Masséna Musée

220m

Tourist Attraction Waterfall

220m

Tourist Attraction Tour de l'Horloge

9 - Excellent 270m

Tourist Attraction Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate de Nice

9.2 - Excellent 310m

Historical Landmark Fontaine du Soleil

240m

Historical Landmark Place Masséna

320m

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About

Plage de Carras is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 35th place out of 94 beaches in the Maritime Alps region 0.7 km away from its center, the city of Niza. It is one of the beaches of Nice settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+27 ^o C +17 ^o C

Air temperature

2.4 M/S

Wind

+25 ^o C

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Nice • 0.7 km

Map of beach

Playground Pointe de la cuisse

3.7km

Park Jardin Albert 1er

170m

Park Colline du Château

200m

Park Parc Vigier

950m

Park Parc Castel des Deux Rois

1.2km

Hiking Area Coastal Path

1.3km

Park Parc du Mont Boron

1.7km

Park La Crique

2km

Hiking Area Sentier du Littoral

2.4km

Park Jardins de la Citadelle

2.8km

Bar La Vela

8.2 - Very good 50m

Restaurant La Pérouse

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Bar Blue Beach

8 - Very good 100m

Bar Casino Barrière Le Ruhl Nice

7.8 - Very good 100m

Bar Westminster Hotel & Spa - Nice

8.4 - Very good 110m

Restaurant La Rotonde Nice

8.8 - Excellent 110m

Bar AKATHOR PUB

7.6 - Very good 110m

Bar High Club

5.2 - Tolerable 120m

Bar Hôtel West End Nice

8.4 - Very good 120m

Shopping Mall Nice TNL

1.4km

Supermarket Mix Markt

1.5km

Supermarket Carrefour Drive Nice Mont Boron

1.6km

Supermarket Market Nice Mont Boron

1.6km

Supermarket Intermarché EXPRESS Villefranche Sur Mer

3km

Supermarket Super U et Drive

4.5km

Supermarket Casino Shop

7.8km

Supermarket Utile - Super U

10km

Tourist Attraction #ILoveNICE

70m

Tourist Attraction Mobilboard Nice: Location de trottinettes électriques, de vélos et vélos électriques VAE. Segway et E-bike tours.

9.6 - Exceptional 130m

Tourist Attraction Tritons Fountain

8.4 - Very good 150m

Tourist Attraction Heritage Center

8.8 - Excellent 150m

Tourist Attraction Palais de la Préfecture

8.6 - Excellent 210m

Museum Villa Masséna Musée

220m

Tourist Attraction Waterfall

220m

Tourist Attraction Tour de l'Horloge

9 - Excellent 270m

Tourist Attraction Cathédrale Sainte-Réparate de Nice

9.2 - Excellent 310m

Historical Landmark Fontaine du Soleil

240m

Historical Landmark Place Masséna

320m

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Located at nearest locality

Nice • 700m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.7km 22 min walk

Connected beach

Plage Publique Magnan

8.4 Very good

2km

Plage des Bains Militaires

7.7 Very good

2.2km

Plage de la Reserve

7 Good

2.7km

Plage de la Plateforme

5.8 Pleasant

2.8km

Connected beach

Plage de St. Helene

7.6 Very good

3.4km

Plage de la Darse

6.7 Good

4.4km

Villefranche-sur-Mer beach Villefranche-sur-Mer

8.7 Excellent

4.5km

l'Ange Gardien

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Nice • 800m

Main locality of province

Nice • 800m

Transport

Airport

MCM • 12.9km

Bus Station

Deloye / Dubouchage • 760m

Train Station

Chemin de Fer de Provence • 1.7km

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7.8 Very good

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7.8 Very good

Kai Johansen

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is an excellent destination for indulging in aquatic activities, soaking up the sun's rays, and relishing a relaxing day amidst the serene surroundings. The experience was splendid in every sense.

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Nico Santoro.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The Nice coastline boasts one of the most magnificent seas, which is definitely worth a visit. However, the beach can be quite busy, which may detract from the overall experience. Despite this, the quality of the beach remains high, making it a great place to soak up some sun and enjoy the sparkling waters.

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The Emerald

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

My visit to the French Rivera beach left me awestruck. The crystal-clear water was a sight to behold, and the pebble-covered shore was a unique experience. It's advisable to wear water shoes to avoid discomfort while walking on the pebbles. The beach was bustling with people enjoying the refreshing water, and the sound of the waves receding was a symphony to the ears. The beach was immaculate, and the visitors were courteous and friendly.

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Soren Rivers

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Walking along the entire stretch of the beachfront is a breathtaking experience. The soothing sound of the waves crashing against the shore, the hustle and bustle of people, and the opportunity to indulge in some delicious beachside cuisine make for an unforgettable experience. It's a tranquil and rejuvenating activity that we made sure to enjoy every single day.

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Nathan Neri

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Ah, the famed blue shimmering beach of Nice. How original. Sure, the mostly sunny weather is a plus, but let's not forget that it's just a pebble beach. Oh, but don't worry, those pebbles add to the beauty, apparently. And if you're up for a long walk, the coastline extends far. How thrilling. And let's not forget the obligatory small trek to the nearby hill for a great view. Because who doesn't love a good hike before hitting the beach?