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7.7

Very good

La Francaise Beach

La Française Beach

#19 out of 39 in Fort-de-France

7.7

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Motor boat rent

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Located within the settlement

Fort-de-France • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Bar O'PUB Restaurant & Bar Fort-de-France

8.4 - Very good 240m

Restaurant Bagel Cafe'

250m

Cafe Häagen-Dazs

7.8 - Very good 260m

Cafe Lina'S Café

8.2 - Very good 300m

Bar Hotel L'Impératrice

6.8 - Good 300m

Restaurant Le Josephine

6.8 - Good 300m

Cafe Imperatrice cafe

9.4 - Excellent 310m

Restaurant McDonald's Fort-de-France

6.4 - Pleasant 350m

Bar The Clover

7.8 - Very good 380m

Hiking Area EVASION NAUTIQUE EXCURSIONS TOURISTIQUES ENCADREES EN JETS SKI

5.5km

Hiking Area Chemin inexistant, terrain privé

6.4km

Park Creek at L'Anse à l'Âne

6.6km

Park Donkey Beach Reserve

6.6km

Park aire de jeux enfants

7.5km

Park Site touristique Martinique : Parc des floralie

7.8km

Hiking Area Trial caraïbes

7.8km

Park Jardin de Balata

8.2km

Hiking Area Randonnée Martinique : Trace Ballade de Joséphine – Les Trois Îlets

8.3km

Playground 1/2 JE TORTUE & DAUPHIN

5.7km

Playground Terrain de tennis

7.5km

Playground Terrain de basket

7.5km

Ice Cream Shop Cocco Bello, Glaces Artisanales

9 - Excellent 5.2km

Bakery BAGUET SHOP

6.4 - Pleasant 5.2km

Supermarket CARREFOUR EXPRESS

6.7km

Bakery Boulangerie-Pâtisserie La Guérande

8.6 - Excellent 8.1km

Tourist Attraction Allée de la Dissidence

50m

Tourist Attraction Dutch Esplanade

7.2 - Good 120m

Tourist Attraction Departmental Museum of Archaeology and Prehistory of Martinique

8.6 - Excellent 270m

Tourist Attraction Hiking Committee of Martinique

8.2 - Very good 330m

Church St. Louis Cathedral

400m

Tourist Attraction Malecon

410m

Tourist Attraction Rue Garnier Pages

10 - Exceptional 510m

Tourist Attraction GARNIER STREET COLORS

10 - Exceptional 560m

Tourist Attraction Musée Régional d'Histoire et d'Ethnographie de Martinique

8 - Very good 630m

Cultural Center Village de la poterie

9.4km

Historical Landmark Fort Saint-Louis [visites guidées]

180m

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About

La Francaise Beach is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 19th place out of 39 beaches in the Martinique region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

La Francaise Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. Daily boat rental service is located nearby.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Plage De Madiana, which has a rating of 7.8.

La Francaise Beach is located in Martinique within Fort-de-France, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Martinique island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +26 ^o C

Air temperature

10 M/S

Wind

+28 ^o C

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Fort-de-France • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Bar O'PUB Restaurant & Bar Fort-de-France

8.4 - Very good 240m

Restaurant Bagel Cafe'

250m

Cafe Häagen-Dazs

7.8 - Very good 260m

Cafe Lina'S Café

8.2 - Very good 300m

Bar Hotel L'Impératrice

6.8 - Good 300m

Restaurant Le Josephine

6.8 - Good 300m

Cafe Imperatrice cafe

9.4 - Excellent 310m

Restaurant McDonald's Fort-de-France

6.4 - Pleasant 350m

Bar The Clover

7.8 - Very good 380m

Hiking Area EVASION NAUTIQUE EXCURSIONS TOURISTIQUES ENCADREES EN JETS SKI

5.5km

Hiking Area Chemin inexistant, terrain privé

6.4km

Park Creek at L'Anse à l'Âne

6.6km

Park Donkey Beach Reserve

6.6km

Park aire de jeux enfants

7.5km

Park Site touristique Martinique : Parc des floralie

7.8km

Hiking Area Trial caraïbes

7.8km

Park Jardin de Balata

8.2km

Hiking Area Randonnée Martinique : Trace Ballade de Joséphine – Les Trois Îlets

8.3km

Playground 1/2 JE TORTUE & DAUPHIN

5.7km

Playground Terrain de tennis

7.5km

Playground Terrain de basket

7.5km

Ice Cream Shop Cocco Bello, Glaces Artisanales

9 - Excellent 5.2km

Bakery BAGUET SHOP

6.4 - Pleasant 5.2km

Supermarket CARREFOUR EXPRESS

6.7km

Bakery Boulangerie-Pâtisserie La Guérande

8.6 - Excellent 8.1km

Tourist Attraction Allée de la Dissidence

50m

Tourist Attraction Dutch Esplanade

7.2 - Good 120m

Tourist Attraction Departmental Museum of Archaeology and Prehistory of Martinique

8.6 - Excellent 270m

Tourist Attraction Hiking Committee of Martinique

8.2 - Very good 330m

Church St. Louis Cathedral

400m

Tourist Attraction Malecon

410m

Tourist Attraction Rue Garnier Pages

10 - Exceptional 510m

Tourist Attraction GARNIER STREET COLORS

10 - Exceptional 560m

Tourist Attraction Musée Régional d'Histoire et d'Ethnographie de Martinique

8 - Very good 630m

Cultural Center Village de la poterie

9.4km

Historical Landmark Fort Saint-Louis [visites guidées]

180m

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

3.5km

Plage De Madiana Plage De Madiana

7.8 Very good

3.9km

Plage de case navire Plage de case navire

7.8 Very good

4.3km

Plage de l'anse Madame Plage de l'anse Madame

7.7 Very good

4.9km

Plage de l'Anse Collat Plage de l'Anse Collat

7.1 Good

5.7km

Plage de l'Anse Mitan Plage de l'Anse Mitan

7.8 Very good

6.7km

David Dauphins David Dauphins

6 Pleasant

8.7km

Anse Dufour Anse Dufour

7.7 Very good

11.3km

Grande Anse d'Arlet Grande Anse d'Arlet

7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Fort-de-France • 220m

Transport

Airport

FDF • 7.7km

Bus Station

Bel Passage • 17.7km

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7.7 Very good

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7.7 Very good

Joss Krieten

10 Exceptional

This beach is a great affordable getaway option with its golden sand and beautiful scenery.

March 2023

Valencia

6 Pleasant

While it may not be your typical Caribbean beach, this spot is still worth a visit for a refreshing swim. Plus, there are showers available for your convenience. And let's not forget to mention the beautiful golden sand that lines the shore.

March 2023

Pagong Lakwatsero

8 Very good

There are plenty of other great and cozy beaches to explore on this island. Plus, the beach boasts beautiful golden sand.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the La Francaise Beach?

The coastline of La Francaise Beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at La Francaise Beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, La Francaise Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the La Francaise Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

La Francaise Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the La Francaise Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the La Francaise Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of La Francaise Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on La Francaise Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.O'PUB Restaurant & Bar Fort-de-France is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

How far is the La Francaise Beach from parking?

The La Francaise Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby La Francaise Beach?

There are 4 attractions near La Francaise Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Allée de la Dissidence located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit La Francaise Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in La Francaise Beach is September. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 27°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

La Francaise Beach (Martinique island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.