Best beaches in Normandy
The best beaches in Normandy, on the coast of France — 3 shores from Étretat Beach to Deauville Beach, each with its water temperature, sand, best season and swimming. Ranked by fame and mapped on the interactive globe.
The warmest sea in Normandy is ~19°C, at Étretat Beach, in season around Jun–Sep. Across its 3 beaches on Beachmap the sea averages ~18.7°C in the warm season.
When to visit beaches in Normandy
Most of the 3 beaches listed in Normandy are at their best June to September, with the season peaking in July. In the warm season the sea sits at about 18–19°C across the listed beaches.
Choosing a beach in Normandy
For calm, family-friendly swimming, start with Omaha Beach or Deauville Beach; and for white sand head to Étretat Beach.
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Beaches in Normandy: frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit beaches in Normandy?
The season in Normandy runs June to September, with July the peak. July and August are warmest but busiest; June and September are quieter and cheaper.
How warm is the sea in Normandy?
In the warm season the sea at the beaches listed in Normandy sits at about 18–19°C.
Are there white-sand beaches in Normandy?
Yes — Étretat Beach has white sand.
Which beach in Normandy is best for families?
Omaha Beach — calm and shallow, with no surf to worry about; Deauville Beach is a strong runner-up.