Beaches and water sports clubs, entertainment and activities for all ages, all these seaside resorts for family offer you the assurance of spending unforgettable family vacations on the French coast. Most of them have the Famille Plus Mer label for their services adapted to children and adults.
In Occitania
Saint-Cyprien
At the gateway to Spain and at the foot of the Pyrenees, discover a sunny resort with no shortage of activities. With its 6 km of fine sand with beach clubs and a range of water sports, its 200-hectare golf course, its Aqualand water park, and its Jardin des Plantes, Saint-Cyprien offers unforgettable vacations to all families. Moments of sharing, emotions, thrills, and fun will be there whatever your age.
Palavas-Les-Flots
A former fishing village and a welcoming seaside resort, Palavas-Les-Flots is a family-friendly environment with a wide range of daytime and nighttime entertainment. Stroll in the Parc du Levant, ecological and playful swimming pool with pools and slides, not to mention the ponds and the Lez canal that crosses the village, Palavas-Les-Flots is a resort turned towards the sea and water that everyone will appreciate.
Leucate
Nestled between the Corbières mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, Leucate offers a wide variety of landscapes to its visitors: Port Leucate, a lively marina between the beach and the pond, Leucate, the village with its typically Mediterranean facades and its medieval castle, Leucate-Plage at the foot of a cliff and its beach protected from the wind, La Franqui with its beach, its century-old pines and its retro atmosphere, and finally, the naturist villages and beaches.
Argelès-Sur-Mer
Starting point of the Vermeille Coast which stretches for kilometers to Spain, Argelès-Sur-Mer welcomes you for lively vacations in Catalan country at about 20 kilometers from Perpignan. No less than 7 kilometers of beaches dominated by the Albères massif, a 12-hectare forest, and a pleasant 3 km walk, the setting is rather idyllic for a family stay by the clear waters of the Mediterranean.
Cap d’Agde
Nature, leisure, history, sports, walks, animations… Cap d’Agde is a seaside resort that welcomes you in its preserved and authentic environment. Cap d’Agde has a history of more than 2600 years, leisure activities on sea or on land, 14 km of fine sand with beach clubs and activities for all, kilometers of bicycle paths, a funfair in summer, an international toy museum. In short, a paradise for children and parents!
In Brittany
Camaret-sur-Mer and Crozon
In the heart of the Crozon peninsula, a little marvel is hidden, none other than the seaside resort of Camaret-Sur-Mer. Its traditional port, its pretty colored houses, its Vauban tower, its landscapes between land and sea, between gorse and heather, give it a particular charm. Camaret is a family destination, calm and sportive, only 80 km from Brest. Not to be missed by the whole family: the Pin-Hir point and its fantastic panoramas without forgetting the pretty port of Morgat a little further.
Arzon
Arzon is a pretty little seaside resort nestled in the Gulf of Morbihan at the end of the Rhuys peninsula. No less than 32 km of coastline allows you to bask in the sun, stroll along the seashore, practice sailing or kayaking, and discover the Breton seabed. The beaches of Tréno and Les Fontaines are good spots for picnics while the beach of Port Lenn is especially known for its incredible sunsets.
Saint-Pol-de-Léon
Families are very welcome in Saint-Pol-de-Léon, this beautiful seaside resort in Finistère. An important historical heritage, exceptional religious buildings, but not only. Saint-Pol-de-Léon offers families everything they are looking for: a seaside setting in the Bay of Morlaix, lively beaches in the summer, coastal paths, outdoor activities, sea excursions, and, as a bonus, a mascot “Léon le dragon” created as part of the Family Plus label.
Binic – Etables-sur-Mer
This is a very popular destination for families with its 8 km of coastline, its 5 beaches, each more beautiful and pleasant than the other (3 supervised), its lively port, and its villas from the 1900s. The charm is there, as well as the possibility to have fun. Walks on the GR34, beach pleasures, treasure hunts, mountain biking, mini-cruise in catamaran, swimming pool with slide for the children and wellness area for the parents, the course in the trees… everyone can find his happiness in Binic – Eatables-sur-Mer in the Côtes d’Armor.
In Normandy
Trouville-sur-Mer
Welcome to the Côte Fleurie, only 2 hours from Paris. Trouville-sur-Mer is a destination of choice for families with its animations in all seasons, its beach clubs, its swimming pools, its beautiful and long stretch of sand, its architectural richness, its small tourist train, its sand castle contests, its possibilities of boat excursions, its authentic fishing port and its rides in rosalies.
Hauteville-sur-Mer
In the heart of the Bay of Siena, an hour’s drive from the prestigious Mont-Saint-Michel, the resort of Hauteville-sur-Mer and its preserved landscapes can be discovered all year round. You can enjoy a walk on the seawall, watch the spectacle of the high tides, the fishermen on foot, and the windsurfers and sand yachts. Activities related to the wind, fishing, horseback riding, tennis, there is something for everyone in Hauteville-sur-Mer.
Agon Coutainville
For a vacation between the sea and countryside, Agon Coutainville located in the heart of the Bay of Siena is the destination to choose. It is one of the oldest seaside resorts in the Manche. Between meadows and moors, a village full of history and protected natural areas, the town knows how to convince families in love with nature and history. In addition, this corner of paradise offers a wide range of sporting activities (tennis, 18-hole golf course, nautical club, tennis, racetrack…) and a range of events for young and old.
On the Côte d’Azur
Sainte-Maxime
We love the houses of Sainte-Maxime covered with old tiles, its picturesque and lively streets, its traditional market, and its 11 km of coastline between pine trees and the Mediterranean Sea. Labeled Famille Plus, Sainte-Maxime hosts a succession of festive events throughout the year and particularly in the summer with a plethora of free concerts and shows. As for activities, catamaran excursions, go-karting, horseback riding with a view of the Gulf of St Tropez, Azur Park (amusement park), mini-golf… will occupy your days.
Roquebrune-sur-Argens
Nestled between the gulfs of St Tropez and St Raphaël, between the Maures and Estérel massifs, Roquebrune-sur-Argens is the ideal place for a stay with children. The town is divided into three areas: the old village with its medieval heritage and its Rock, the residential area of La Bouverie, and the Issambres, the seaside area. Sunbathing at the beach, kayaking on the Argens, discovering the local area… You will not be bored in Roquebrune-sur-Argens.
Saint-Laurent-du-Var
Here is another nugget of the Côte d’Azur where you can bring your family. A few kilometers from Nice, Saint-Laurent-du-Var offers an authentic setting for your stay with a beautiful Romanesque church and a range of seaside activities such as windsurfing, jet skiing, and scuba diving. You will enjoy strolling on the marina or on the seafront, from the Esplanade des Goélands to the Promenade des Flots Bleus, between wonderful landscapes and restaurant terraces.
Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer
Beaches and creeks of sand or pebbles, water, and land activities, animations, all the ingredients are gathered for families to put their suitcases in this seaside resort of the Var. A few kilometers from La Ciotat and Bandol, Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer offers clean beaches for swimming, a small marina, a lively market, and a typically Provencal atmosphere, between pine forests and vineyards.
In the North of France
Berck-sur-Mer
Take your tribe to Berck-sur-Mer, between the Bay of the Somme and the Site des Deux Caps. Caressed by the fresh waters of the English Channel, the seaside resort offers a wide range of activities and leisure to its visitors (tourist train, karting, laser, horse riding, amusement park, museums, golf, sailing club, kite flying, sand yachting, cinema…) as well as accommodations adapted to families
Le Touquet
In Le Touquet, on the Opal Coast, the whole family will be delighted with the program: sandcastles, outdoor scooter or Segway rides, sand yachting, thalassotherapy, and discovery of the elegant Anglo-Norman architectural heritage. Le Touquet is a seaside resort that can be discovered in all seasons with landscapes that change according to the weather conditions.
Neufchâtel Hardelot
A seaside resort par excellence in the Pas de Calais, about twenty kilometers from Boulogne-sur-Mer, Neufchâtel-Hardelot has divided into two zones: a rural town and a tourist area on the seafront. The sea, the dunes, and the forests set the scene and offer beautiful possibilities for walking, cycling, or horse riding. Animations and workshops for children, sand yachting, tennis, golf, complete the offer of this eldorado for families.
On the Atlantic Coast
Biscarrosse
We opt for a vacation in Biscarrosse in the Landes, a renowned seaside resort which is divided into two areas. The beach part with its 15 kilometers of fine sand between the sea and pine forest, is perfect for idleness, surfing, and the practice of sand yacht and bodyboard. The lake area, with one of the largest bodies of water in France, is also the ideal spot to learn to sail, fish, go pedal boating with the family, or enjoy a session of water skiing. Beach clubs and playgrounds are available.
The island of Ré
And if you put down your bags in Charente-Maritime to discover the famous and magnificent island of Ré. There, nature is omnipresent and the air is pure. There is no room for boredom since different sea and nature activities are offered in a wild and preserved environment. On the spot, you can forget about the car, and ride your bike to discover its villages, its beaches, its fauna and flora, its salt marshes, its fishing spots, without forgetting to go and see the donkeys in their breeches at the Barbette park in Saint-Martin-de-Ré.
La Tranche Sur Mer
Facing the beautiful island of Ré, La Tranche Sur Mer invites you to a vacation combining rest and activities in the South of the Vendée. The discovery begins with its town center and its shopping streets that lead to the central beach and on which there is a magnificent wooden bridge for a stroll. In La Tranche-sur-Mer, there is no less than 14.7 km of wild beaches often bordered by dunes and pine forests.
Arès
Your family vacation will be a success in Arès, this pretty resort with a village atmosphere in the Bassin d’Arcachon. You will enjoy contemplating the landscapes of the Prés Salés and St Brice Nature Reserves, were treasure hunts are organized and you will appreciate the water activities offered at the Arès lake where swimming is supervised. There are also playgrounds, multi-sports fields, and a skate park.
Hendaye
Fun and change of scenery are guaranteed in Hendaye in the Basque Country. A star destination in the Atlantic Pyrenees, Hendaye has no less than 3 km of fine sandy beaches with gentle slopes, ideal for children to swim in complete safety. With a beach club for toddlers, water sports and thalassotherapy for older children, areas for rollerblading or cycling, and a program of activities during the school vacations, Hendaye has everything it takes to attract families.
Piriac-Sur-Mer
The seaside resort and city of the character of Piriac-Sur-Mer are located in the Loire-Atlantique department, on the Guérande peninsula. We like its village heart, made of picturesque alleys and colored with hollyhocks and hydrangeas. But also its 11 km of coastline along which beaches, cliffs, creeks and old houses built in granite follow each other along the customs path.
The island of Oleron – Marennes basin
With 11 Blue Flag beaches, the island of Oleron – Marennes Basin is the perfect place to enjoy swimming, water sports and why not try your hand at fishing. Salt marshes, vineyards, oyster beds, and state-owned forests complete the scenery of this preserved Atlantic island that you will discover by bike along its 160 km of equipped bicycle paths.
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