Grimaud Beach
Golden sand, Blue Flag water, Venetian views next door
About
Plage de Grimaud stretches roughly 300 metres along the Var Coast in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, its golden sand meeting blue water under a reliably sunny southern sky. The beach sits right alongside Port Grimaud, the famous Venetian-inspired canal town whose pastel facades and arched bridges frame every glance inland. Swimming is safe, access is easy, and the Blue Flag status means the water quality is monitored and consistently clean. It's a lively spot — families, couples, and day-trippers all converge here through the summer months. Open all year round, it rewards early arrivals who catch the light before the day gets going.
How to get there
The beach is easy to reach by car from Port Grimaud town in about five minutes, and ferry connections also serve the area. Paid parking is available at the Parking des Terrasses and along Avenue de la Mer — charges apply from April to October. On Avenue de la Mer, parking is paid between 7h and 21h, with the first half-hour free. A seaplane connection is also an option for those arriving in style.
Who it's for
For couples
The combination of safe blue water, golden sand, and the romantic canal architecture of Port Grimaud just steps away makes this a genuinely lovely base for a slow afternoon together. Come in June or early September when the beach is lively but not overwhelming.
For families
Safe swimming, easy access, and a Blue Flag rating make Plage de Grimaud a reliable family choice on the Var Coast. The shallow, calm blue water and 300 metres of golden sand give kids plenty of room, and Port Grimaud's canal walks are a fun post-swim distraction.
Our take
Feet in the sand, eyes on the screen
Plage de Grimaud punches above its 300-metre length because of what surrounds it. The beach itself is solid — golden sand, safe blue water, Blue Flag quality, easy access — but the real draw is that backdrop of Port Grimaud's Venetian architecture, which turns a good beach day into something more memorable. It's a lively place and it earns that reputation honestly. Skip August if you can: the beach is at its most packed and the magic thins out under the weight of peak-season visitors. June and September are the sweet spots — warm water, manageable numbers, and that Provençal light doing its best work. Come for a half-day, stay for the canal walk, and eat somewhere with a terrace view of the water.
What to do
Port Grimaud is right on your doorstep — wander its canals, cross its little bridges, and take in the pastel architecture that earned it the nickname 'Venice of Provence'. A short drive inland brings you to the medieval ruins of Château de Grimaud, where panoramic views sweep across the Gulf and the Maures massif. The restored Saint-Roch Mill in historic Grimaud village is another worthwhile stop, a 16th-century windmill that gives a real sense of the region's past.
Stand at the water's edge and frame Port Grimaud's pastel Venetian facades rising above the golden sand — it's the shot that defines this beach.
The arched bridges and canal reflections of Port Grimaud at dusk, just a short walk from the shore, offer a second distinct composition. Early morning on the sand itself, with the blue water glassy and empty, gives you a clean minimalist frame before the day fills in.
Where to eat
Several beach restaurants operate directly on or immediately beside Plage de Grimaud, including Tangerine just 0.4km away and options like Le 6 Plage, B Plage, Restaurant de la Plage, and After Beach within easy reach. For a more elevated dinner, Sénéquier in Saint-Tropez — about 4.5km away — is a legendary waterfront institution with over 2,000 reviews. The area around Port Grimaud means you're never far from a terrace and a cold rosé.
Where to stay
The closest luxury options cluster around Saint-Tropez, a short drive away. Airelles Saint-Tropez, Château de la Messardière (4.7/5 from 800 reviews, 6.4km) and Hôtel de Paris Saint-Tropez (4.6/5, 4.3km) are both highly rated. Hôtel Byblos (4.6/5, 4.9km) and Hôtel La Ponche (4.4/5, 4.6km) round out a strong set of choices for different budgets and styles.
Photography
Shoot from the waterline at golden hour looking back toward Port Grimaud's Venetian rooftops for a frame that earns its place on any feed. Early morning light on the golden sand before swimmers arrive gives you clean, uncluttered foreground with the blue water behind.
Good to know
Arrive early in July or avoid August altogether — this is peak season and the beach gets genuinely packed. The Blue Flag designation is worth trusting: water quality here is regularly checked, so swimming is safe and conditions are well-maintained. Paid parking runs from April through October, so factor that into your planning and have payment ready. There's no shade to speak of on the sand itself, so bring your own sun protection.
Map
Nearby places
Plage de Grimaud
Tangerine
Le 6 Plage
B Plage
Restaurant de la Plage
After Beach
Airelles Saint-Tropez, Château de la Messardière
Hôtel de Paris Saint-Tropez
Hôtel Lily of the Valley
Hôtel Byblos
Sénéquier
Airelles Saint-Tropez, Château de la Messardière
Hôtel de Paris Saint-Tropez
Hôtel Lily of the Valley
Hôtel La Ponche · Saint Tropez
Hôtel Byblos
Citadelle de Saint-Tropez - Musée d'histoire maritime
Place des Lices
Gendarmerie Nationale
Things to see around Grimaud
Port Grimaud
Venetian-inspired lakeside town with canals, bridges, and pastel houses.
Château de Grimaud
Medieval castle ruins with panoramic views of Gulf and Maures.
Saint-Roch Mill
Restored 16th-century windmill in historic Grimaud village.
Frequently asked
The information on this page is provided for guidance only and may evolve. Access conditions, safety and infrastructure can change without notice. Always check official sources before traveling.
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