All summer
A day at the beach in Mandelieu
That morning, I put my phone on airplane mode and put my feet in my sandals. I headed to the sea, with no specific plan. Just the desire to get some fresh air.
In Mandelieu, there is no shortage of beaches, but what I like most is their variety. There is la Castle Beach, calm, nestled between the red stone walls of the Esterel and the crystal clear water. We come here to breathe, observe the reflections and savor the calm of the place.
(I.e. Château Beach – Bd Henry Clews – free parking or blue zone
A little further, Robinson Beach, lively, sunny. We meet happy groups, children digging, friends playing beach volleyball. The atmosphere is simple, family-oriented, good-natured. We alternate between a dip, a book, an ice cream, a look towards the Lérins Islands in the distance.
(I.e.Robinson Beach – Avenue du Général de Gaulle – free parking
When the urge to escape takes me, I head towards la water sports. Paddleboarding, kayaking – it doesn't matter, as long as I can glide across the water…. Freedom!
(I.e. Nautical base – Avenue du Général de Gaulle – free parking
Lunch is served in the shade, at a restaurant with your feet in the sand. Fresh plates, ice cream, and freshly squeezed lemon are on the menu... We forget about time and obligations. We're at ease.
Every beach has its own snack hut!
(I.e. Otherwise, here is beach restaurants in Mandelieu.
The afternoon slowly drags on between relaxation and swimming, then comes the moment I prefer: the golden light on the Rague BeachIt's a discreet, almost hidden place, where the sun sets gently. We often meet there with friends, with a towel thrown on the sand and a drink in hand. No need for more.
📍 Rague Beach – La Rague Port – paid parking
💙 SECRET TIPS > Park for free at the beach of La Napoule Castle and take the coastal path! A breathtaking view and a super cool walk (10 – 15 minutes).
That's Mandelieu. A day without time. Landscapes that you'll remember forever. And that sweet feeling of having been exactly where you needed to be.