Salins Beach
Beautiful shingle beach shaded by huge pine trees north of Pampelonne beach
Located north of the infamous stretch known as Pampelonne beach and about 7km from the town of Saint-Tropez, Plage des Salins is a little slice of wilderness.
A shingle and shell covered beach, this is not the pristine combed beaches that we expect of St-Tropez, but rather a small rugged cove offering up natural delights with a touch of luxury from the local (and only) beach club.
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Setting & Location
Bordered by pines, this 600m long beach is slightly more exposed to the wind than Pampelonne, but it's also substantially less crowded even in high season. This beach is popular with families and is relatively peaceful and quiet.
There are two access roads with two free parking lots.
Water Safety & Clarity
There's a first-aid station with showers and a lifeguard on duty (June to September) on the northern end.
Beach Quality
The beach is definitely not the soft white sand of Pampelonne but it is still comfy enough to lay a towel on, or alternatively use the beach club loungers.
Watersports Nearby
Villas nearby
Villas in Saint-Tropez
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Tropez Villa
The Villa Tropez, a 5-star rated property, spans an area of 775 m² and is situated on a 13,000 m² estate in Saint-Tropez.
Price: €63,495
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Paola Villa
Superb Villa for Rent 300m from the Beaches of Saint-Tropez
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Bella Vista Villa, Sainte-Maxime
Come and discover this magnificent villa near Saint Tropez, with a panoramic view over the entire Gulf.
Price: €8,701
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Sérénité Villa, Grimaud
Luxury villa for rent with sea view in Grimaud
Price: €7,500
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La Bohème Villa, La Croix-Valmer
Villa for rent for 8 people, just minutes away from Gigaro beaches
Price: €3,898
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Joudi Villa, Grimaud
Luxury villa for 10 people with tennis court, swimming pool, putting green
Hotels nearby
Hotels in Saint-Tropez
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Pan dei Palais Boutique Hotel
Near the Place des Lices in the old town of St Tropez, a finely carved wooden door invites you to enter the Pan Deï Palais hotel, a Garden of Eden.
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Byblos Hotel
This luxury hotel is situated between the Citadel and the Place des Lices and embodies the relaxed yet sophisticated lifestyle of St Tropez and the Cote d'Azur.
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Saint Amour La Tartane Hotel
Nestled in a park just a few minutes from the vibrant heart of Saint-Tropez, this hotel is a stunning residence with boundless charm.
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La Bastide de Saint Tropez Hotel
Enjoy the ultimate elegance of typical Tropezienne residence in the heart of heavenly and exotic 2 acre park, where each guest is welcome and considered as a host.
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Le Pre de la Mer Hotel
This four-star hotel is ideally located and offers a luxurious and serene setting for your holiday in Saint Tropez.
Price: €4,240
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Sezz Spa Hotel
Relax in a luxury and contemporary design hotel in a lush wooded park near the beaches of Pampelonne and the town of Saint-Tropez.
Price: €6,405
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Pampelonne
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Cap Camarat Plongee Diving School, Ramatuelle
Cap Marat diving centre is located under the Cape Camarat lighthouse and 100 metres from the famous Pampelonne beach.
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Sunforce Watersports, Ramatuelle
Sun Force is located on the famous Pampelonne beach. Its owner, Pierre Tourneq, has been running this business for over 30 years, surrounded by a fully qualified team.
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Tiki Pep's Watersports, Ramatuelle
Open from April to November, Tiki Pep's is located on the small Escalet port within the Kon Tiki beach club.
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European Diving School, Ramatuelle
Excellent diving centre located in Saint Tropez offers diving in one of the most fascinating and diverse areas of Europe.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Pampelonne
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Bagatelle Beach Club
After their success in the United States, Brazil and St Barth, the owners of Le Bagatelle transferred the concept on the famous Pampelonne beach.
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Indie Beach Club
This beach restaurant welcomes you with simplicity and kindness for quiet, relaxation and sunbathing.
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Le Kikouiou Restaurant, Ramatuelle
This little restaurant overlooking the local vineyards, with no indoor dining facilities offers a fresh and delicious food and good wines.
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Plage Tropicana Beach Club
This beach restaurant is a unique place of simplicity and authenticity which will provide you a relaxing break.
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Le Club 55 Beach Club
There are dozens of restaurants along the beach, but for decades Club 55 has been the place to be.
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Nikki Beach Beach Club
Perhaps the most famous of all St Tropez beach clubs is Nikki beach. Renowned for hosting the likes of Paris Hilton, it is definitely the hip and trendy place to party on Pampelonne beach. There are famous DJs and a restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine.
Nightlife nearby
Bars & Clubs in Pampelonne
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Nikki Beach Beach Club
Perhaps the most famous of all St Tropez beach clubs is Nikki beach. Renowned for hosting the likes of Paris Hilton, it is definitely the hip and trendy place to party on Pampelonne beach. There are famous DJs and a restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine.
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Stefano Forever Bar & Nightclub, Pampelonne
Located in the heart of the Bay of Pampelonne on the beach is one of the most mythical and legendary locations in the world, made popular by an international clientèle, Stefano Forever has now become an essential St Tropez rendez-vous.
Sights nearby
Sights in Saint-Tropez
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Le Chateau de la Moutte
Le Chateau de la Moutte is a 19th century manor house nestled in a palm tree park with woods and vines, which represents an incredible element of Saint Tropez’s natural heritage.
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La Citadelle
As you climb uphill past all the restaurant lined streets, you get to the impressive 17th century Citadel overlooking the village of Saint-Tropez.
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Musee d'Histoire Maritime
Recently renovated, this modern museum is located in the dungeon of the village's Citadel, allowing visitors to discover the true identity of Saint-Tropez as a maritime city through its last 500 years of history.
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Chapelle Sainte-Anne, Ramatuelle
La Chapelle Sainte-Anne was built in 1618 to thank God for sparing Saint-Tropez from the plague. Located on the hill of Mont Pécoulet, this simple building boasts a traditional Provençal style and is surrounded by cypress and pine trees.
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Place des Lices
A great place to go for a walk under the shadows of the 100-year old plane trees, it seems like time has stopped at the Place des Lices. Here you can still watch the locals play a game of boules every morning, before going for a Pastis at the time of apéritif.
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Chapelle de la Misericorde
La Chapelle de la Miséricorde, referred as the Black Penitent Brotherhood Chapel was built in the 17th century and is located Rue Gambetta, in the former quarter of the seamen's families.
Golf-clubs nearby
Golf Courses in Saint-Tropez
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Royal Mougins Golf Course
Founded in 1993, the Royal Mougins Golf Club is a course of exceptional quality. Designed by world-famous American architect, the late Robert von Hagge, the par 71, 18-hole course extends for 6,004 m through a lush, wooded vale.
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Cannes-Mougins Golf Country Course
The Cannes-Mougins Golf Club provides all features you are expecting from a modern golf within an historical environment. The Cannes Country Club was founded in 1923 by a group of illustrious gentlemen such as Aga Khan, Prince Pierre of Monaco and Baron Edouard de Rothschild.
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Blue Green l'Esterel Golf Course, Saint Raphael
The golf course is situated near the famous Riviera resort of Saint Raphael on the outskirts of Cap Esterel.
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Golf Course De Roquebrune Resort, Roquebrune-Sur-Argens
Enjoy the best of both worlds at this stunning golf course, with the sparkling waters of the Riviera on one side and the wild Maure mountains on the other.
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Valescure Golf Course, Saint Raphael
The course was designed by the renowned architect Harry Colt.
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Blue Green Sainte-Maxime Golf Course, Sainte Maxime
This friendly and relaxed golf club boasts fabulous views of the Provencal countryside on one side and the sparkling waters of the Riviera on the other.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Saint-Tropez
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Saint Tropez, Golfe de Saint Tropez
The most glamorous town in the Var is undoubtedly Saint-Tropez. In early spring the tourists start to flock to this old fishing village to catch a glimpse of a movie star, shop at the beautiful boutiques, sip a pastis at one of the cafés on the port or just people watch and enjoy the towns flamboyant residents.
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Sainte-Maxime
Sheltered from the winds by hills that rise behind the coast, the popular beach resort of Sainte Maxime sits on the coast between Frejus and Saint Tropez.
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Ramatuelle
A village clinging to a hill side, visible from afar, a cluster of houses that are grouped in a dense fortification. Known as a "village perché", it is a striking feature of the Provence landscape. Close to the Mediterranean sea, on the peninsula of St. Tropez, you find two such villages: Ramatuelle and Gassin.
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Port Grimaud
Port-Grimaud is a purpose built Venetian-style Provençal village that looks as if it has been there for centuries. In the sixties Alsatian-born architect François Spoerry bought a large piece of swamp by the coast and over four years created one of the most successful property developments in France.
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Gassin, Golfe de Saint Tropez
Located on a steep hill, Gassin is known as one of "the most beautiful villages in France" and has an unrivalled panoramic view of the Golfe de St. Tropez.
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La Croix Valmer
La Croix-Valmer is a small town located in the hills above the coast, just to the west of Saint Tropez, to the side of the Maures mountains between Cavalaire-sur-Mer and Ramatuelle. Known for its vineyards the village has also remarkable natural heritage, a great asset for tourism.
Beach Bars & Beachclubs in Saint-Tropez
The only beach club is Les Salins which has beach chairs and parasols for rent.