Understanding Riviera Beaches

The Legal Landscape

French law mandates public coastal access: - Beaches cannot be fully privatized - Public passages must exist every 300 meters - Minimum 3-meter strip along water stays public - Private concessions limited to portions of beaches

What This Means: Every beach has free access somewhere

Sand vs. Pebbles

Pebble Beaches (Majority): - Natural to the region - Water stays clearer - Less crowded often - Require water shoes - Actually comfortable once adapted

Sandy Beaches: - Often imported sand - More crowded - Family favorites - Regular maintenance needed - Located strategically