Seine Maritime Clara Ferrand Wildroad 1430The high tides in Seine-Maritime are the perfect occasion for an invigorating stroll on the beach or a fishing trip with family and friends. Imagine yourself, boots on, basket in hand, ready to explore the treasures unveiled by the receding sea… But before you set off, there are a few conditions to be met before you can take full advantage of this fascinating natural phenomenon in complete safety.
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Varengeville 2cdt76 V.rustuelLarge tides are mainly due to the attraction of the moon and the sun on the Earth’s marine expanses. In other words, to have a high tidal coefficient (on a scale of 20 to 120), the moon, earth and sun must be aligned. The phenomenon manifests itself at different times on Earth, due to the Earth’s rotation. They are also more or less accentuated according to the respective positions of the moon and sun in relation to the Earth.
The appointment is made twice a year, at the spring and autumnequinoxes (March and September). Sometimes they also appear in February, April, August or October. To make sure you don’t miss a thing, consult the tide calendar and plan your outing!
Seine Maritime Clara Ferrand Wildroad 1536When the English Channel retreats, it leaves behind impressive expanses of sandy beaches… A veritable playground for anglers. Under the rocks, in the damp sand or in the hollows of puddles, little periwinkles, shrimps, crabs and cockles are just waiting for you!
A small ecological gesture: remember to put the rocks back in their place to preserve the marine ecosystem.
They may not be record-breaking, but with coefficients ranging from 96 to 116, these high tides promise an impressive spectacle along the Seine-Maritimecoastline. It’s the perfect time to admire the sea in motion, breathe in the iodized air and, above all, go shellfishing! Here are the dates you won’t want to miss:
January 2025 :
February 2025:
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May 2025 :
To find out about all the high tide dates, click here !
2024 07 17 Cote Dalbatre Sma V.debels 399Want to try your hand? Discover some of the best places to pick up periwinkles, shrimps, spiders, crabs, whelks and other marine delicacies:
The sea rises faster than you think! To avoid finding yourself trapped or surrounded by the sea, make sure you :
Enjoy the high tides for a weekend!
Stay at Flower Camping La Chênaie, located in a remarkable setting 800 m from the beach and 6 km from Fécamp, or opt for a self-catering cottage near Le Havre: Le Clos Saint Bernard welcomes you to the peace and quiet of the countryside.
Take advantage of your getaway to relax in a soothing setting with a view of the sea, which you can even watch from the delightful Fenêtres-sur-Mer B&B jacuzzi.
