Plage du Débarquement
Between memory and natural beauty
A large beach ideal for holidays with children and well known in our destination, Débarquement Beach is fully equipped, supervised from June to September (opening hours vary depending on the season) and accessible by free shuttle bus from mid-June to mid-September.
Renowned for its vast expanse of fine sand and calm, shallow waters, the Débarquement Beach has retained its authentic charm while also serving as an ideal starting point for exploring the coast and joining the coastal path to Gigaro. It offers a rare balance between historical memory and Mediterranean beauty (surrounded by umbrella pines and bordered by turquoise waters).
You can easily spend the whole day here: morning coffee with your feet in the water when the beach is all yours, sunbathing and shopping in the morning, lunch at one of the beach restaurants, water sports in the afternoon, ice cream at 4 p.m… Pure bliss!
A little more history: this beach takes its name from one of the most significant events in history: the Provence Landings on 15 August 1944. It was here, on the coast of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, that Allied troops (mainly American and French) landed to liberate the south of France a few weeks after the Normandy Landings. Commemorative steles and explanatory panels now mark this founding episode of regained freedom.
A true symbol of the true nature of La Croix Valmer: the meeting point between people, nature and collective memory.
Practical information: lifeguard station, showers, toilets, blue flag, disabled access, free shuttles/parking fee (depending on season)
Services : shops, restaurants, watersports activities (parachute, pedal boat, buoys…), pier for boat connections to the islands of Port Cros, Porquerolles and Le Levant
Dogs are allowed on all beaches from 10.00 pm to 7.00 am on a lead, but are not allowed in the bathing area
Supervised beach
Swimming is supervised by lifeguards from June to September (in 2023 : from 03/06 to 24/09). Please respect the flag signs for the safety and serenity of all : Swimming is supervised and does not present any particular danger. Swimming is supervised but dangerous. Swimming is prohibited.
Beach restaurants
Feeling really hungry? Peckish? A foodie? Wine lover? Fancy a tasting or a sharing a platter… You will find a wonderful choice of cuisine among our bars and restaurants : traditional, Italian cuisine, grills, gastronomic restaurants,take-aways. You can dine with a sea view in renowned establishments with starred chefs… Depending on what you fancy, from breakfast to dinner, an aperitif or drinks afterwork. Bon appetit and enjoy!
Shuttle
From June to September, take advantage of the free shuttle service that will allow you to travel between the village and the beaches : Débarquement, Gigaro, Sylvabelle, Heraclée… without worrying about traffic or parking! They are free and run non-stop from 8am to 8pm, 7 days/7.
Parking
From June 1st to September 30th, parking by the sea is charged from 9.00 am to 7.00 pm. No need to look for coins, wait at the metre : use the Paybyphone app.
