Viewpoint · France · Normandy
Étretat Cliffs
White chalk cliffs and natural arches on the Alabaster Coast.
Free to enter about 2 h
For storytellers
Why Étretat Cliffs matters
The cliffs at Étretat are a chalk wall pierced by natural arches that rise out of the sea like giant gateways. A footpath climbs each side, and from the top you can see the whole bay. They have inspired many painters, including Monet.
Talking points
- Paths climb both sides of the beach.
- Monet painted the cliffs.
- Watch the edge and stay on the path.
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Good to know: Stay well back from the cliff edge and check tide times before walking on the beach.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.