Hauts-de-France, France

Lens Beaches

Lens, located in Hauts-de-France in France, is surrounded by several unique beaches. Plage de Malo-les-Bains is known for its historical significance and windy conditions. Plage de Calais offers a diverse marine life and a dragon-shaped ride along the promenade. Le Touquet Plage is a resort town renowned for its elegance and family-friendly atmosphere. Plage de Quend is notable for its clean, warm water and beautiful sunsets.

Plage de Wissant is a picturesque beach adored for its expansive sandy landscape. A complete list of beaches in Lens can be found in our guide below.

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75.8km from Lens center

Plage de Malo-les-Bains is a historically significant beach located in Dunkirk, France. The beach played a pivotal role in World War II's Operation Dy...

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91.8km from Lens center

Plage de Calais is a notable beach situated in Calais, France. It is renowned for its soft sand and the diverse marine life it hosts, including jellyf...

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91.9km from Lens center

Plage de Quend is a beautiful beach located in France. It is known for its clean and warm water, making it a popular destination for beachgoers. The b...

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97.1km from Lens center

The Plage de Wissant is a picturesque beach situated on the Opal Coast in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais-Picardie region of France. It is particularly adored ...

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89.4km from Lens center

Plage du Crotoy is a charming seaside resort in the Picardy region of France, situated within the Somme department. This beach, located on the English...

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93.7km from Lens center

Plage de Boulogne is a popular beach located in a bay area, making it an ideal destination for families and children due to its calm waters. The beach...

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94.4km from Lens center

Plage de Wimereux is a beach situated in the seaside town of Wimereux, in Pas-de-Calais, France. It is a well-liked spot for family and friend gatheri...

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96.6km from Lens center

Beach Cap Blanc-Nez is situated in the village of Escalles and is part of the Grand Site National des 2 Caps, a classified Grand Site de France known ...

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94.4km from Lens center

Plage du Portel is a picturesque sandy beach located in the town of Le Portel, within the Pas-de-Calais department of the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region in...

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89.7km from Lens center

The Plage de Saint-Valery-sur-Somme is a quaint and picturesque beach located in the town of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, within the Somme department of th...

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91.6km from Lens center

Plage d'Hardelot, often referred to as Neufchâtel-Hardelot, is a large, picturesque beach located in France. Renowned for its soft, white sand and tra...

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89km from Lens center

Plage de Stella, a small seaside resort, is nestled in the northern region of France, within the municipality of Cucq. The resort was originally estab...

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93km from Lens center

Plage Hourdel is a beautiful and vast beach known for its stunning scenery and wildlife. The beach is a popular spot for seal watching, with seals oft...

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95.5km from Lens center

Plage dunes de la Slack is a picturesque beach situated in Wimereux, France, between Pointe aux Oies and Ambleteuse, near the mouth of the Slack. This...

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97.7km from Lens center

Plage d’Audresselles, Audresselles, is a picturesque beach nestled in the coastal village of Audresselles, situated in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region o...

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79.3km from Lens center

Plage du Braek is a beach located near the Dunkirk pier by the DFDS port. The beach is known for its great views and World War II concrete sea defence...

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92.5km from Lens center

Plage d’Ecault is a hidden gem located in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region of France, specifically in the municipality of Saint-Étienne-au-Mont. This bea...

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98.7km from Lens center

Grande Plage de Cayeux is a picturesque beach located in the commune of Cayeux-sur-Mer, within the Somme department of the Picardie region in France. ...

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Best Time to Visit Lens

The best time to visit Lens in Hauts-de-France in France is during the summer months of June to August. With warm and pleasant weather, this is the perfect time to enjoy swimming in the sea, relaxing on the beach, and engaging in various outdoor activities. The water temperature is ideal for a refreshing dip, and the sunny days provide ample opportunities for sunbathing and beachside picnics. Whether you're exploring the coastline or indulging in water sports, the summer months offer the best conditions for a memorable seaside vacation in Lens. Pack your swimsuit and sunscreen, and get ready to make the most of the beautiful coastal scenery.
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