Etretat
One of the most picturesque places to visit in Normandy is Etretat, which is situated in the Seine-Maritime region 20 kilometers north of Le Havre. As one of the most visitor-friendly towns in the region, Etretat, would undoubtedly be mentioned if someone asks about the nicest beaches in French coastal towns.
The limestone cliffs that define Etretat are a bizarre example of nature's peculiar changes. This village offers one of the nicest outdoor beach days in all of France due to the cliffs' erosion and the call of the distant sea. The most breathtaking view may be found in Etretat along the Alabaster Coast, which stretches for at least 140 kilometers from Dieppe to Le Havre. Etretat, one of France's best seaside villages, with a modest pebble beach and two enormous white chalk cliffs on either end.
Additionally, it boasts charming Anglo-Norman half-timbered cottages and charming tiny eateries with a wonderful assortment of fresh fish and seafood. Don't miss the Gardens of Etretat, an intriguing fusion of landscape art and sculptures, and Notre Dame de la Garde cathedral, located at the top of the cliff, if you wish to mix a pleasant seaside vacation with some sightseeing.
- Location: Northern France
- Best for: Breathtaking chalk cliffs
- What to do: Explore the caves, cliffs
