Located at the end of the Promenade de la Croisette behind Port Pierre Canto, Bijou Plage is divided into several public and private areas. Part of the beach is reserved for people with reduced mobility. The magnificent Mediterranean landscape totally seduced us!
Here are our practical tips and photos for discovering the beach and its facilities.
This guide is completely independent, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.
Is Bijou Plage worth it?
Yes, this beach is well worth a visit, especially if you’re looking for facilities and services for people with reduced mobility. Bijou Plage includes a private beach, a public beach and a disabled beach. What’s more, it offers magnificent views over the bay and the Mediterranean coast.
In fact, we think it’s one of the best beaches in Cannes!
Type of beach
Sand or no sand?
The beach floor is made up of golden sand, but also of small chunks. Here, we observed a jetty that juts out into the sea, offering views over the Bay of Cannes.
Installations
We noted the presence of showers and toilets along the beach.
Monitoring
Bijou Plage is supervised during the high season to ensure the safety of bathers.
Conditions for swimming
Entering the water is very pleasant, as the slope is gentle and gradual. It makes you want to swim! Water quality is regulated.
Bijou Plage in Cannes: access
Where is Bijou Plage?
- In the town of Cannes to the east,
- At the end of the Promenade de la Croisette behind Port Pierre Canto,
- Access from downtown: 20min walk.
Access by car and parking
From downtown Cannes, take the Boulevard de la Croisette and go straight on for around 7 minutes to reach the end. We recommend parking in the Palm Beach parking lot at 158 Boulevard Eugène Gazagnaire. Free parking with superb sea views.
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- There is a lot of demand, book it early.
Access from the parking lot
Once parked, it’s a 5-minute walk to the beach from Parking Palm Beach. There are also parking spaces reserved for people with reduced mobility at the handiplage.
Public transport access
You can also get there by public transport from the city center. Bus line 8 to Quai Laubeuf stops here. Find out more here.
Special features
Dog
Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed on this beach.
Access for people with reduced mobility
The handiplage is very well equipped for people with reduced mobility. It features an access ramp, adapted showers and toilets, and other personalized services. Find out more here.
Access with children
The slope for entering the water is particularly suitable for children, as it is progressive. What’s more, Bijou Plage is located next to Port Pierre Canto and the Croisette yacht club. It is therefore possible to enjoy water sports activities. Find out more here.
Naturism
It is not possible to practice naturism on this beach.
Eating out
You’ll have 2 options for lunch or dinner on the beach. We observed kiosks offering fast food (sandwiches or salads). They face the sea.
Alternatively, you can try the Bijou Plage restaurant, set right on the sand. Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine in a unique setting!
If you’d like to eat out in Cannes’ hypercentre, check out our article on the city’s best restaurants!
Hotels
You’ll be just a few minutes’ walk from downtown Cannes. Here are our accommodation recommendations for an exceptional stay:
WHERE TO STAY IN Cannes
Option 1: Downtown
Enjoy the charm of the old town and all its restaurants.
We recommend..:
- Five Seas Hotel – prices, pictures and availability
- Hotel BW Le Mondial – prices, pictures and availability
Option 2: on the Croisette
Along the seafront promenade and beaches.
We recommend..:
- Hotel Le Carlton – prices, pictures and availability
- Hotel Martinez – prices, pictures and availability
Option 3: The Suquet and surrounding area
On the heights of the old town, with lots of charm.
- Hotel le Suquet – prices, pictures and availability
- Hotel Canopy by Hilton – see prices, pictures and availability
