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

The beachline of Plage de Fossan is covered with light pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Plage de Fossan?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Plage de Fossan, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Plage de Fossan 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 Fossan is partially protected from waves.So the overall recommendation of the Plage de Fossan for swimming is positive.

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

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

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

The bar is located right on the Plage de Fossan.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Le Cafe Du Parvis is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Plage de Fossan?

There are 1532 places to stay in the Plage de Fossan area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6632759&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Appartement Menton, 2 pieces, 4 personnes - FR-1-196-157</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2667629&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">le petit bateau</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2912908&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">la petite barque</a></li></ul>

How far is the Plage de Fossan from parking?

The Plage de Fossan 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Plage de Fossan?

There are 4 attractions near Plage de Fossan that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Hôtel Adhémar de Lantagnac located in 0.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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

The month with the highest temperature in Plage de Fossan is August. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 14°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Plage de Fossan (Maritime Alps) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Plage de Fossan (Maritime Alps) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Plage de Fossan for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.

Photo of Plage de Fossan with light pebble surface

Photo of Plage de Fossan with blue pure water surface

Photo of Plage de Fossan with spacious bay

Photo of Plage de Fossan with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Plage de Fossan and the settlement

Plage de Fossan

Menton, France

7.6

#248 out of 492 in Alpes-Côte d'Azur 9

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Light pebble Pebbles bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Menton • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Swimming Pool La Caletta

7.8 - Very good 4.8km

Playground Parco Giochi del Corsaro Nero

9.6km

Park Parc Plage de Fossan

70m

Park Esplanade Francis Palmero

130m

Park Jardins Biovès

150m

Park Val Rahmeh-Menton Botanical Garden

1.2km

Park Parc Départemental du Pian

1.3km

Park Fontana Rosa

1.5km

Park Les Colombières

1.8km

Park Jardin Maria Serena

2.1km

Hiking Area Le pas de la mort

2.3km

Cafe Bouddha Beach

7.6 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Belambra "Le Vendôme"

7.8 - Very good 70m

Cafe Jack's Sab Menton

6.8 - Good 80m

Cafe Le Cafe Du Parvis

9.4 - Excellent 80m

Restaurant Maria Grazia

8.8 - Excellent 90m

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.2 - Good 100m

Cafe La Brioche Doree

7 - Good 110m

Restaurant Jeff de Bruges

9.2 - Excellent 120m

Bar OU PASTRE

6.8 - Good 120m

Supermarket Carrefour City

150m

Supermarket Carrefour Drive Piéton

150m

Ice Cream Shop Tutti Frutti

9.6 - Exceptional 200m

Supermarket U Express et Drive

1.1km

Bakery L'amie Du Pain

8.4 - Very good 1.8km

Convenience Store Minimarket Frontiera San Ludovico

8.2 - Very good 2.3km

Supermarket CONAD CITY

5.1km

Supermarket Casino Supermarket

7.5km

Supermarket Carrefour City

7.6km

Tourist Attraction Hôtel Adhémar de Lantagnac

10 - Exceptional 200m

Tourist Attraction Salle des Mariages Jean Cocteau

8.4 - Very good 210m

Museum Museum Jean Cocteau The Bastion

230m

Church Basilique Saint-Michel Archange de Menton

350m

Tourist Attraction Église russe de l’icône de la Mère de Dieu “Joie des Affligés” et de Saint Nicolas le Thaumaturge

8.8 - Excellent 1.3km

Museum Museo preistorico dei Balzi Rossi

2.5km

Tourist Attraction Plage du Buse

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Chateau Diodato Riviera

9.4 - Excellent 3.6km

Tourist Attraction St Paul's Anglican Church, Monte-Carlo

9.2 - Excellent 6.5km

Casino Casino Barrière Menton

100m

Amusement Park Koaland

950m

Casino Casino Café de Paris

6.8km

Casino Casino de Monte-Carlo

6.8km

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About

Plage de Fossan is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 55th place out of 94 beaches in the Maritime Alps region 20.8 km away from its center, the city of Nice. It is one of the beaches of Menton settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+24 ^o C +21 ^o C

Air temperature

2.4 M/S

Wind

+24 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Menton • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Swimming Pool La Caletta

7.8 - Very good 4.8km

Playground Parco Giochi del Corsaro Nero

9.6km

Park Parc Plage de Fossan

70m

Park Esplanade Francis Palmero

130m

Park Jardins Biovès

150m

Park Val Rahmeh-Menton Botanical Garden

1.2km

Park Parc Départemental du Pian

1.3km

Park Fontana Rosa

1.5km

Park Les Colombières

1.8km

Park Jardin Maria Serena

2.1km

Hiking Area Le pas de la mort

2.3km

Cafe Bouddha Beach

7.6 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Belambra "Le Vendôme"

7.8 - Very good 70m

Cafe Jack's Sab Menton

6.8 - Good 80m

Cafe Le Cafe Du Parvis

9.4 - Excellent 80m

Restaurant Maria Grazia

8.8 - Excellent 90m

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.2 - Good 100m

Cafe La Brioche Doree

7 - Good 110m

Restaurant Jeff de Bruges

9.2 - Excellent 120m

Bar OU PASTRE

6.8 - Good 120m

Supermarket Carrefour City

150m

Supermarket Carrefour Drive Piéton

150m

Ice Cream Shop Tutti Frutti

9.6 - Exceptional 200m

Supermarket U Express et Drive

1.1km

Bakery L'amie Du Pain

8.4 - Very good 1.8km

Convenience Store Minimarket Frontiera San Ludovico

8.2 - Very good 2.3km

Supermarket CONAD CITY

5.1km

Supermarket Casino Supermarket

7.5km

Supermarket Carrefour City

7.6km

Tourist Attraction Hôtel Adhémar de Lantagnac

10 - Exceptional 200m

Tourist Attraction Salle des Mariages Jean Cocteau

8.4 - Very good 210m

Museum Museum Jean Cocteau The Bastion

230m

Church Basilique Saint-Michel Archange de Menton

350m

Tourist Attraction Église russe de l’icône de la Mère de Dieu “Joie des Affligés” et de Saint Nicolas le Thaumaturge

8.8 - Excellent 1.3km

Museum Museo preistorico dei Balzi Rossi

2.5km

Tourist Attraction Plage du Buse

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Chateau Diodato Riviera

9.4 - Excellent 3.6km

Tourist Attraction St Paul's Anglican Church, Monte-Carlo

9.2 - Excellent 6.5km

Casino Casino Barrière Menton

100m

Amusement Park Koaland

950m

Casino Casino Café de Paris

6.8km

Casino Casino de Monte-Carlo

6.8km

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Located at nearest locality

Menton • 210m from center

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8.6 Excellent

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Menton • 220m from center

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Menton • 350m

Main locality of province

Nice • 20.8km

Transport

Airport

MCM • 8.8km

Bus Station

Vilarem - Zest Bus Stop • 4km

Train Station

Menton • 1km

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7.6 Very good

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7.6 Very good

Lena Marconi

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

6 Pleasant

A pristine and immaculate pebble shoreline located in close proximity to the bustling city center of Menton awaits you. However, during the summer season, the beach is often teeming with visitors seeking to bask in the sun and enjoy the refreshing waters.

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Stephane "Zephyr"

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

6 Pleasant

The beach is covered in a multitude of small stones, making it quite pebbly. It's highly recommended to wear water shoes while walking on the shore to avoid any discomfort or pain.

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Elio Rinaldi

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach in close proximity to the city center is a sight to behold. As the day progresses, the beach tends to become crowded, so it is advisable to arrive early to avoid the hustle and bustle.

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Kaiya Elise

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This is the best beach in the world.

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Lorenzo Valtieri.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

If you're fond of the ocean's natural rhythm and the sound of crashing waves, Menton's rocky beach is the perfect destination for you. Despite its rough terrain, it is widely regarded as the best beach in the area for those seeking a clear and unobstructed view of the sea. Its untamed beauty is sure to leave you in awe and provide a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.