Magnan & Lenval Beaches, Nice
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Magnan Beach, Nice - by Thomas Ravnholt on Google
Description
The Magnan & Lenval Beaches are two pebble public beaches on the seafront of Nice, a little west from the centre of the bay lined by the Promenade des Anglais. Both are equipped with showers and toilets and the Magnan Beach has lifeguards on duty from June to September whilst the Lenval Beach is tobacco-free.
Access & Transport
The Lenval Beach is right across the road from the Lenval hospital and Magnan is immediately to its east. The best transport options are the tram with "Lenval Hôpital" on Line 2 and the bus: "Lenval / Promenade" and "Magnan / Promenade" (12, 32, A) on the Promenade des Anglais. There are parking options in the neighbourhood such as Parking Indigo Nice Laval and Parking Indigo Nice Magnan Note that none of these beaches is equipped for handicap access but the Plage du Centenaire and the Plage du Carras are.
Instructions & Recommendations
It's the beach and the sun can be strong in the southeast of France so don't forget the usual protective equipment (hat/cap, "green" sunblock, sunglasses, slippers) and some water. Other nearby activities include the Fine Arts Museum and the Villa Masséna Museum
Environmental & Social
Reasonable infrastructure and low carbon footprint. No negative social impact
Conclusion
Those two beaches (that can be considered one, really) are a good option for anybody looking to swim or lie in the sun in a slightly less crowded environment compared to the options directly across the center of town (near the Jardin Albert Ier) and not willing to pay for the comfort and amenities of a private beach. If you are looking for soft sand, no luck though - the closest might be in Villefranche sur Mer.
Key positive
Free and centrally located
Key negative
Crowded in the summer
Sand is not very attractive
Suitability
Kids / family friendly but there can be some short waves depending on the wind conditions. Not accessible for visitors with reduced mobility
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 20m
est. visit time:2h
Sunrise / early morningOk
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightNo
Night – aft. midnightNo