Fécamp Beach
About Fécamp Beach
Fécamp Beach is a stunning 800-meter pebble beach stretching along the Alabaster Coast of Normandy, framed by dramatic white chalk cliffs typical of this region. The beach holds the prestigious Blue Flag certification, confirming its excellent water quality and environmental standards. A scenic promenade runs from the casino to the marina, lined with cafes, kiosks, and ice cream vendors during summer months. The beach offers supervised swimming in season, and a nautical center provides activities including catamaran sailing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, kayaking, and scuba diving. Families will find beach volleyball courts and children's play areas, while at low tide some sandy patches emerge among the pebbles. Water shoes are highly recommended for comfort on the pebbly surface. Note that collecting pebbles is strictly forbidden with a €1,500 fine, and visitors should stay away from cliff edges due to frequent collapses.
Interesting Facts
The pebbles on Fécamp Beach are legally protected as a natural defense against coastal erosion. Removing even a single pebble can result in a €1,500 fine, as these stones are essential to protecting the town from rising sea levels and storm damage.
Fécamp was once one of France's most important cod fishing ports, with ships sailing to Newfoundland for months-long expeditions. At its peak in the early 20th century, the town had over 70 fishing vessels and was known as the 'Terre-Neuvas' capital, a legacy still celebrated in local maritime festivals.
The spectacular white chalk cliffs framing the beach are part of the famous Alabaster Coast (Côte d'Albâtre), a 130-kilometer stretch of coastline that continues across the English Channel to form the White Cliffs of Dover – both were once connected before the sea carved through the chalk.
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Boulevard Albert 1er, 76400 Fécamp, France
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