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Plage de la Petite Afrique

A 400 m gravel beach under the cliffs on the Monaco side of Beaulieu, shaded by umbrella pines, with a playground and a beach-volley court. Lifeguards and anti-jellyfish nets are in place from mid-June to mid-September.

What Beach, Beaulieu-sur-MerFrench Riviera
When June to October 22° in Sep
Getting there Car Bus On foot
Cost Public shoreFree
Access Part private beaches (Baïa Bella, La Javanaise) in season, part public

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Water by monthtypical °C
  1. 14°J
  2. 13°F
  3. 14°M
  4. 15°A
  5. 17°M
  6. 21°J
  7. 24°J
  8. 25°A
  9. 22°S
  10. 20°O
  11. 17°N
  12. 15°D

Getting in

Access
A 400 m gravel beach under the cliffs on the road out of Beaulieu towards Monaco, shaded by umbrella pines. Lifeguards from the SDIS fire and rescue service cover it from mid-June to mid-September, and anti-jellyfish nets are installed.
Parking
Parking is difficult in high summer
Public transport
Bus stop within 500 m

Cost and facilities

Entry
Free, public shore
Facilities
Lifeguard in seasonToiletsShowersRestaurant

Questions about Plage de la Petite Afrique

How warm is the water at Plage de la Petite Afrique?
The sea is typically 25 °C in August and 13 °C in February, averaged over 1991 to 2020. The swimming season runs from June to October.
Is Plage de la Petite Afrique free?
Yes, it's a public shore with no entry fee. Part private beaches (Baïa Bella, La Javanaise) in season, part public.
How do you get to Plage de la Petite Afrique?
Bus stop within 500 m. Parking: parking is difficult in high summer.
What is the water quality at Plage de la Petite Afrique?
Classified excellent in the 2025 EEA bathing season, per the European Environment Agency.
Is there a lifeguard at Plage de la Petite Afrique?
Yes, in the summer season.
What facilities are there at Plage de la Petite Afrique?
Toilets, showers and restaurant.
What else is near Plage de la Petite Afrique?
Plage de Passable (2 km), Plage des Marinières (2 km) and Plage de la Paloma (3 km).

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