The Alabaster Coast owes its name to the 140 km of chalk cliffs between the Seine and Somme estuaries. The most picturesque of them are the cliffs of Etretat: they surprise with their verticality and present a wild and somewhat austere beauty.

Jun 7, 2023 · Etretat is famous for its three natural arches and white chalk cliffs that tower high over the Atlantic Ocean in Normandie, France. These natural wonders are freely accessible, as is the white pebble beach.

Jun 16, 2024 · If you find yourself on the northern coast of France's Normandy, Etretrat and its beautiful cliffs are a must visit. As you stroll, you'll be mesmerized by the breathtaking views of the Alabaster Coast and the intricate rock formations that have inspired artists for centuries.

The white cliffs of Étretat are found on the Alabaster Coast of France. Facing the English Channel, this 80-mile stretch of striking coastline is sure to please. The natural beauty of these white cliffs that soar as high as 300 feet is unforgettable.

Aug 20, 2024 · The cliffs of Etretat are a stunning formation of white chalk cliffs that were formed under water millions of years ago. The cliffs are fragile, eroding away slowly due to forces of nature. They are composed of limestone that was formed …

Aug 1, 2018 · When friends ask me about these Etretat cliffs, I tell them they’re like the “white cliffs of Dover” in England—-white chalk cliffs taking a pounding from the cold waters of the English Channel. Étretat is located in Normandy, about 200 kilometres or 2.5 hours west of Paris.

Jan 1, 2025 · Discover Étretat, with its white chalk cliffs and pebble beaches, a spectacle not to be missed. Cliffs are most picturesque in Étretat: they surprise the visitor with their stunning verticality. Étretat also owes its fame to its famous 51m high needle and its large arch, which have inspired many painters and writers.

Nov 7, 2020 · We visited the under-explored beaches of Normandy in France, and discovered the world-famous white cliffs of Étretat. We listed its history and how to reach it.

Travel tips and photographic documentation of the beautiful, dramatic, and iconic cliffs of Étretat in Normandy, north-western France.

Mar 22, 2022 · This week you will join me in hiking the chalk cliffs of Etretat, a beautiful coastal town in the French region of Normandy. Here, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views, discover small pebbled beaches, and feel the sea breeze on your face.