Mourillon beaches (Toulon): tips + photos

The Mourillon Beaches are one of Toulon’s most emblematic landmarks. Easy to access, perfectly landscaped and bordered by a pleasant promenade, they offer the ideal setting for bathing, relaxing or enjoying a day on the Mediterranean. With its sandy coves, playgrounds, waterside restaurants and family atmosphere, it’s a favorite spot for Toulon locals and travelers alike.
Here are some useful tips for planning your visit to the Plages du Mourillon in Toulon.

This guide is completely independent, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.

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Are the Mourillon beaches worth it?

Beach type: sandy, supervised…

Access to Plages du Mourillon, Toulon

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Are the Mourillon beaches worth it?

Yes, the Plages du Mourillon are well worth a visit during your stay in Toulon. Situated to the east of the town center, they form one of the region’s most pleasant seaside resorts, with several landscaped coves, safe bathing areas and a friendly atmosphere all year round. We appreciated the diversity of the spaces: family beaches, quieter areas, playgrounds, shady lawns… All well thought-out and perfectly maintained. If you’re looking for an accessible, easy-to-reach place to combine swimming, relaxation and dining, the Plages du Mourillon is one of Toulon’s best beaches and one of the port city’s must-see attractions.

Beach type: sandy, supervised…

Sand or no sand?

The beach floor is made of Claire-colored fine sand, ideal for comfortable seating or for children’s beach games.

Swimming conditions and supervision

Swimming here is generally calm and safe, thanks to the protected coves. In summer, the beaches are supervised by lifeguards. The water is often clear, and we noticed that the entry slope is gradual, ideal for children and inexperienced swimmers. In easterly winds, a few waves may appear, but overall conditions remain favorable for swimming.

Plages du Mourillon, Toulon - surveillance

Installations

We’ve found that the Plages du Mourillon boasts a full range of facilities. Here you’ll find showers, sanitary facilities, lockers for valuables, deckchair and parasol hire, playgrounds, beach volleyball courts, shaded areas, waterside shops and restaurants.

Green spaces are also available for picnics and quiet relaxation. The facilities are one of the site’s strong points, suitable for all visitor profiles.

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Where are the Plages du Mourillon?

Les Plages du Mourillon is located to the east of Toulon, in the Mourillon district, about 10 minutes by car from the city center and accessible from the seafront via avenue Grignan and littoral Frédéric-Mistral.

Access by car and parking

There are several free parking lots dotted around the beaches. In high season, these parking lots fill up quickly during the day, especially at weekends. We therefore recommend arriving early in the morning or late in the afternoon, as this will make parking much easier.

Plages du Mourillon, Toulon - parking lot

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Access from the parking lot

From the parking lots directly on the beach, access is immediate: just cross the pedestrian promenade.

Access from downtown Toulon

If you’re coming on foot from the city center, the route is along the coastline, a pleasant 30-minute stroll.

Public transport access

The beaches are easily accessible by bus. Mistral lines serve several stops at the foot of the beaches (“Plages du Mourillon”, “Mourillon”). The journey from downtown takes about 10 to 15 minutes.

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Dog

Dogs are not allowed on the Mourillon bathing beaches in season. However, they are allowed on a leash on the promenade and in certain set-back green spaces.

Mourillon beaches, Toulon - view from above

Reduced mobility access

Les Plages du Mourillon is accessible to people with reduced mobility and has been awarded the national ” Tourism and Disability ” label. Here’s what you’ll find:

4 public toilets accessible to PRM,
Numerous reserved parking spaces,
An access ramp on the Plage du Lido,
A special conveyor belt for easy access to Plage de la Source
The free provision of 4 adapted bathing chairs(Tiralos) from June to September on Plage de la Source.
However, there are no special facilities for the mentally, hearing or visually impaired.
Find out more here.

Plages du Mourillon, Toulon - disabled access

With children

This is one of Toulon’s best beaches for bringing children. The beaches are supervised in summer, the water is shallow, there are plenty of play areas and the facilities are very practical. If you’re traveling with the family, you’ll find a safe and comfortable environment.

Plages du Mourillon, Toulon - children's playground

Naturism

It is not possible to practice naturism on this beach.

Eating out

The restaurant offer is varied and very accessible: beach bars, restaurants, ice-cream parlors, snack bars… Several establishments remain open all year round. It’s ideal for combining swimming, a simple meal or dinner by the sea with a view of the Mediterranean.