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Grande Saline Beach

Anse de Grande Saline, St. Barthelemy
4.5 of 5 stars 46 Reviews
Type: Beaches, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Sunbathing, Swimming, Birdwatching
Traveller Description: Have been to Saline Beach many times. When the wind is calm, it's great. When it's windy, the water can be very rough and sand will beat you up. No... more »
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Sarasota, Florida
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I would say Grand Saline is the best beach. Very picturesque, clean. I love St. Barths! More

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Highland Village, Texas
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82 reviews 82 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Everyone said this was the nicest beach on St. Barth. It is a nice beach, yes there was nudity, but it is on the Atlantic side of the island so you get large waves and a lot of wind. On a calm day I can see the appeal, but you have to keep in mind that it is isolated and... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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63 reviews 63 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

The beach itself is big and beautiful. It is a little walk to get there. A friend was swimming there and broke a rib in the surf so beware. It is worth a visit but we prefer Le Gouverneur and Flemands. However some people think it is the best beach on the island. There has been discussion for some time... More

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Senior Contributor
24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

Incredible beach. Short "hike" from the car to a spectacular and special beach. Don't feel the water first -- just strip down and run right into the water. You won't regret it! More

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Antibes, France
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

This is how a beach should be - no facilities, beautiful sand and beautiful water. To get here is a hassle if you don't have a car/quad, but that doesn't matter as the hassle is worth this beautiful beach. More

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New York City, New York
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 February 2012

This is what the French wish the Riviera was. Soft, white sand, bathwater warm surf -- you can stand up to your neck and see your toes. Go early when the sun is coming up, and then take a break at noon. Have lunch at La Grand du Sel at the far end of the parking lot -- outstanding food... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012
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This beach is a cant miss on St Barths. It's not easy to get too as you have to walk over a series of rocks to reach the beach. But it's well worth it. Crystal cler waters and powder white sand. Amazing views of nearby islands. Yea there's nudists but so what every beach here has that. If you don't... More

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australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012

loved the big waves and long beach, lots of nudists around but you can find a nice quiet spot away from them. More

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North Carolina
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012

beautiful and quiet, short beach for walking. It is a 'come as you are' so might not be ideal for children. More

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Paris, France
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012

We plan on traveling to Barths on a regular basis and made our first trip this past year. Despite what you may read about regarding Barth's, Grande Saline Beach was THE highlight of our trip. The sand is fine and the water crystal clear and sublime. As usual we always prefer to visit an au naturel beach and this by... More

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