Antibes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, South of France (le Midi), France

Plage de Ponteil

Sand
Lifeguard
Family friendly
Accessible

Plage de Ponteil, located on the French Riviera's western coast in Antibes, is a paradise for beach-goers. The white sandy shore, supervised by lifeguards, offers a safe and accessible place for families to play and swim in the shallow waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Visitors can participate in various water sports or rent kayaks and pedal boards to enjoy a fun-filled day. From Plage de Ponteil, one can take in stunning views of the old town and the rising Alps, while sipping on a drink from one of the beach bars. For a more gourmet experience, the famous Royal Beach restaurant serves delectable Italian cuisine. The beach is well-equipped with showers, loungers, toilets, and even free wifi. Finding a spot in the nearby parking lot is easy and affordable.

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What to do at Plage de Ponteil?

Amenities

Plage de Ponteil amenities include parking, toilet, Wi-Fi, shower and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Plage de Ponteil include Royal Beach Lounge, Pam Pam, Hélios Plage, ROYAL BEACH - plage privée de l'hôtel Royal Antibes, L'Ôstral Rooftop, Drinkers Club, The Duke, Melting Pot and Le Village.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Plage de Ponteil include Le 59 - Restaurant, Le Bistrot de la plage, Kaaké ® Street Food Libanais | Lebanese Street Food, Le Royal Café, Sapori d'Italia, Moonshine, Bistro Chez Jules and Restaurant L'Institution.

Plage de Ponteil Photos

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Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach has a beautiful view, clear water, and good facilities. However, some visitors complain that it can get very crowded and that the water is not always clean due to trash and sea weed.

Where to Stay near Plage de Ponteil?

Visitors to Plage de Ponteil in Antibes often stay in the nearby areas of Antibes town or Juan-les-Pins, both of which offer a variety of accommodation options ranging from luxury hotels to charming guesthouses. These locations not only provide easy access to the beach but also allow tourists to explore the rich history and vibrant nightlife of the French Riviera.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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What to do near Plage de Ponteil?

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Antibes: 2 hour walking tour in the old town

Antibes: Picasso Museum Drawing Tour Led by Local Artist

Visit Saint Paul de Vence, Antibes, and Cannes: 7-Hour Tour

Cannes or Antibes: Nice, Eze, Monaco, & Monte Carlo Day Trip

Private tour on a sailboat - Swim and paddle - Antibes Cape

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Private tour to Monaco & Eze from Cannes, Nice, Antibes

Antibes: make your art souvenir with a Local Artist

Antibes Walking Tour + little tasting and souvenir

From Nice & Antibes: Monaco & Eze Tour with Hotel Pickup

Transparent Stand Up Paddle Rental (two-seater)

Cannes Boat Rental with Skipper – Lérins Island Escape Tour

Antibes Like a Local: A Chic & Seek Shopping Adventure

Antibes: Personal Travel & Vacation Photographer

Aperitive at sunset on sailboat-Swim and paddle-Antibes Cape

Cannes : Sunrise Jet Ski ride 3h & Gourmet Breakfast

Golfe-Juan: Discover the Art of Sailing on a Scenic Cruise

From Nice: French Riviera in One Day

From Nice: The Best of the French Riviera Full Day Tour

Where is Plage de Ponteil?

Latitude: 43.5733 / Longitude: 7.1253

Plage de Ponteil is located in Antibes. The following map of Plage de Ponteil shows the exact location.

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Plage de Ponteil: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025

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It's shaping up to be a pleasant beach day at Plage de Ponteil. The air temperature will reach a high of 27 °C. The sea is inviting at 25.6 °C, with gentle waves. Expect some clouds in the sky. The wind will be light. The UV index will be high at 7.25, so be sure to apply sunscreen.

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