Beaches

Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat's beaches are ideal for peaceful relaxation. Nestling all around the peninsula, they offer a wide range of panoramic views across the sea, the bay of Beaulieu-sur-Mer and the Eze cliffs as well as the famous harbour at Villefranche-sur-Mer. Sunbathers and swimmers can often be found along the paths, around a cove or lying on flat rocks. The five beaches on the peninsula are all open to the public (although two of them have private areas). There are showers and toilets during the summer season. The beaches in Cap-Ferrat are made of fine gravel.

Public beaches

Cros deï Pin (Harbour beach)

Located in the heart of the village, it is one of the largest beaches on the peninsula. Very easy to access, it is very family friendly with children's games and a beach volleyball court. Anti-medusa net and lifeguards installed in July and August.

Showers - Toilets - Individual lockers - Snack
Note: dogs are allowed on a section of the beach. They are not permitted on the other beaches.

Les Fossettes

Located below the Jardin de la Paix on the Pointe Saint-Hospice, this is without a doubt the best-preserved and most discreet beach on the peninsula. Locals enjoy its tranquillity and the seabed teeming with life. Perfect for snorkelling fans!

Shower - Toilets and snack nearby

Les Fosses

This is one of the most beautiful beaches on the peninsula. Located to the south, it offers sunseekers an exceptional backdrop surrounded by villas as well as the former Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat quarry, the starting point for the walking trail. This beach houses the former municipal washhouse, now closed. The seabed is teeming with life, making it ideal for snorkelling.

Shower

Public and private beach

Passable

Breathtaking view of the Villefranche harbour
This beach is located to the west of the peninsula, enjoying a sunny position. It has an uninterrupted view across Villefranche-sur-Mer harbour.

Part of this beach is private: Passable beach
Previously known as Lutétia beach, it was first designed to accommodate guests staying at the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat which was built on the headland of Cap-Ferrat in 1908.
The chef serves wonderful, gourmet cuisine, inspired by the flavours of Italy and the colours of the south. The establishment can be booked out for fully private events. It is open from Easter to late September, and offers outdoor and indoor showers, changing rooms, bath towels, deckchairs, beach umbrellas, a bar, a restaurant, a shop and massages. Activities available include water skiing, jet ski, kayaking, ski tubing, ...

Passable beach
Chemin de Passable
Tel.: + 33 (0)4 93 76 06 17 - www.plage-de-passable.fr

Paloma Beach

Nestling deep within a haven of greenery, Paloma beach is a real gem!
East-facing, it offers uninterrupted views of the cliffs of Beaulieu-sur-Mer and Eze. Very popular due to its unique setting, it is also the start or finish of the Pointe Saint-Hospice trail.

Part of this beach is private: Paloma Beach.
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat's iconic beach was built in 1949 by the architect André Deperi, and was originally frequented by the inhabitants of Nice and a few Americans who enjoyed this little corner of paradise. It has been visited by many famous people such as Matisse, Cocteau, Churchill, Roger Moore, Sean Connery, Elton John and Tom Cruise.
The restaurant is open from Easter to late September and serves Mediterranean cuisine.
This establishment can be fully privatized, and offers showers, changing rooms, bath towels, deckchairs (booking advised), beach umbrellas, a bar and a restaurant.

Paloma Beach
Chemin de Saint-Hospice
Tel.: + 33 (0)4 93 01 64 71 - www.paloma-beach.com