Etretat Cliffs is ranked #9 out of 18 things to do in ... as well as on the beach to check out the striking ... World War II's successful Operation Overlord took place on the coast of France.

The Local asked readers for their top tips for places to visit along the French coast and we were overwhelmed with suggestions for beautiful beaches, off-the-beaten-track villages and lively resorts.

France is one of the best countries to visit for its beaches. Here, find the 17 most beautiful French beaches to visit on your next trip. These Beaches in France Will Make You Book a Flight ...

The pebbled beach at Falaises, on France's Normandy coast, is known as Etretat Plage and its offshore needles and dramatic cliffs inspired the impressionist painters Boudin, Monet and Manet.

Our experts' pick of the top 10 beach and seaside holidays in France for 2016, including the best spots for families, watersports and relaxation, in destinations such as Provence, Normandy ...

The white Etretat Cliffs—France's answer to England's Dover Cliffs—are just a quick bus ride from the LeHavre, France, port, says one reader who entered our cruise contest.

Etretat is one of 12 local resorts where authorities have set up library beach-huts this summer. Open from July 7 until Aug 26, each of the wooden huts has been filled with 1,000 books.