Sainte-Maxime · LE GOLFE / DISCOVER
A memorable name, a bookish connection and the sea ahead: Plage des Éléphants adds a little imagination to Sainte-Maxime’s coastline. The tourist office links this landscape to Jean de Brunhoff’s Babar’s Travels. Our idea: enjoy the shore and share the story, without expecting an empty beach in summer.
THE LE GOLFE VIEW
“IMAGINATION MEETS THE SHORE.”
FIND YOUR RHYTHM
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The tourist office links the beach to Jean de Brunhoff’s Babar’s Travels, published in 1932. The author stayed in this area and the scenery is said to have inspired the journey of Babar and Céleste. Share the story without assuming the associated house is open for visits.
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The official listing places the beach at 30–55 Avenue du Croiseur-Léger-Le-Malin, along the coast east of the centre. Check your route and use authorised parking. Our summer advice: arrive early and leave time for the journey and parking; the map identifies the area, not an available space.
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The beach is listed as unpatrolled. Check local notices and sea conditions before entering the water, and choose a different beach if your group wants lifeguard cover. A peaceful view from your towel does not establish suitable conditions for every swimmer.
BEYOND THE FIRST LOOK
Bring shade, water and a way to take your rubbish away. Beach establishments are listed nearby: confirm their opening and book separately if you want a meal. Our suggestion: make the market and old town another stop, allowing for travel between the two.
THE USEFUL DISTINCTION
PLAN YOUR VISIT
LOCATION & DIRECTIONS
Plage des Éléphants · Sainte-Maxime
30–55 Avenue du Croiseur-Léger-Le-Malin, 83120 Sainte-MaximeArea reference
Official beach-area reference, not a car park. Listed as unpatrolled; check daily conditions.
Location reference : Plage des Éléphants. Checked on .
Location source and access information ↗Suggested destination : 30–55 avenue du Croiseur-Léger-Le-Malin, 83120 Sainte-Maxime, France
The marker identifies an area or a visit reference; it does not guarantee an entrance or vehicle access. Check the access notes above.
Choose your starting point and travel mode in Google Maps. Check the final approach on site.
The official tourist listing describes it as unpatrolled. Check posted information and daily conditions before swimming.
Yes: the tourist office connects the landscape with Jean de Brunhoff’s Babar’s Travels, published in 1932. The author stayed in this area.
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