“No sky in all France is bluer than that of Collioure ... Best bit: Boramar and Port-d’Avall beaches – the main ones in town. Both are sheltered and overseen by lifeguards in summer.

picking which town to visit first can be a tall order. To help you with your search, U.S. News considered sights, reputation and traveler sentiment to bring you the Best Beaches in France.

While Saint-Tropez and Cannes grab headlines with their glittering crowds, the French Riviera harbors numerous sophisticated beach towns where understated luxury and authentic coastal charm create ...

MailOnline Travel has picked a selection of the continent's dreamiest seaside towns, spanning from Greece to Sweden. Our 14-strong portfolio also includes an 'idyllic gem' on France's southern ...

Italy and France are among the most visited countries ... where you’ll happen upon a swath of sandy beach. The town is also noted for its castle, exquisite Baroque church and sea promenade.