Anse de Grande Saline
Anse de Grande Saline
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Watch out prudes, this beach is not for the shy: nude sunbathing is the norm at this beach.
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IcedMacchiato
New Jersey147 contributions
Mar 2020
After visiting St. Jean, Flamands, Lorient, and Govenuer I decided Saline was my favorite beach on St. Bart’s (Gov was second fav). No facilities and a nice calm ambiance. Pack a bag of stuff and take it with you. No beach bars or restaurants walkable so it’s best to pack a little picnic. It’s a nice long strand of beach to walk and was never too crowded. The walk uphill then downhill from the parking lot is a nice little exercise and helps give the beach a somewhat remote feel. If in St. Bart’s it’s a great beach to spend a quiet peaceful afternoon and just watch the waves and hills.
Written March 22, 2020
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Chris M
Hopewell, NJ98 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Do not be deterred by some of the reviews indicating a difficult walk. It is not the case. It’s an easy 5-10 minute walk from the parking lot to the beach. Once there, it is probably the most beautiful beach on the island. Perfect sand and water. Not a single building in site. We visited in October and the waves were medium sized, good for body surfing.
As indicated throughout the reviews, there are no facilities here. Nor is there really any shade. So come prepared
As indicated throughout the reviews, there are no facilities here. Nor is there really any shade. So come prepared
Written October 12, 2023
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dmartha
Virginia195 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
This is a lovely beach which stretches for quite a ways- it is easy to walk on. however, the walk from the parking area to the beach can be tricky for those with mobility issues. You need to walk up hill for part of the walk in each direction. One hill has sand that covers rocks which means it is much more comfortable to have shoes on and the other hell is loose sand. My husband has knee issues and found it difficult to come back down on the part that had the rocks under the sand. However, the water is easier to swim in than at some of the other beaches. There is not as strong of an undertow here as another beaches. Families, couples and friends all populate the beach. If you walk all the way down to the end of the beach, going to the left after you arrive at the beach, you will find an area where most people are without bathing suits at all. It is a quiet Section of beac. The water is a beautiful turquoise here and sell but our yachts often anchor in the water. There is an AED located at the entrance to the beach. The restaurant, Grain del sel, is located right before the parking lot. Very casual and convenient for before or after the beach.
Written March 4, 2020
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edwinking
Italy246 contributions
Jan 2022 • Solo
This is a white sand beach, beautiful view, miles long, the biggest credit is less peoples.
You need to walk from the carpark about 10 minute, walk on the small sand dune up and down. Worth it. Remember to bring your parasol.
You need to walk from the carpark about 10 minute, walk on the small sand dune up and down. Worth it. Remember to bring your parasol.
Written January 15, 2022
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Christopher
New York City, NY207 contributions
Dec 2019
Like most of the great spots in St Barts, Anse de Grande Saline takes a little bit of work to get to but not as much as Colombier. Plenty of room on the beach to spread out away from others. The sand is super soft and the water is perfect. No facilities so bring food, water and whatever you desire. We had a driver named Yankee that took us around. Spent 2hrs here, 2 hrs at Colombier, lunch, then an hour at Shellona and some shopping, then hopped back on the ferry to Anguilla. St Barts is a special place.
Written January 20, 2020
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kika33120
Bordeaux, France138 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Magnificent authentic beach in a quiet, no-fuss area with translucent and warm water
Accessible by a small sand path which goes up a little for around ten minutes
Not accessible for people with reduced mobility or strollers
No shade at the edge of a palm tree possible
Accessible by a small sand path which goes up a little for around ten minutes
Not accessible for people with reduced mobility or strollers
No shade at the edge of a palm tree possible
Written March 30, 2024
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Reslysten54
Vienna, VA2,699 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
The beach is wide with soft white sand, the water turquoise, and in spite of that there's plenty of space. It is near perfect, but the total lack of any facilities such as toilets, showers, and shady vegetation makes me deduct points.
There is an informal nude section at the end, to the left as you enter. No signs, no fences, just social acceptance.
There is an informal nude section at the end, to the left as you enter. No signs, no fences, just social acceptance.
Written January 25, 2020
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bolts
Austin, TX345 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Beautiful beach but our least favorite on the island. The waves are strong, no real shade from trees to hide from and nothing to see snorkelling.
We preferred St Jean and Columbier by far.
Parking is plentiful compared to other beaches.
We preferred St Jean and Columbier by far.
Parking is plentiful compared to other beaches.
Written May 18, 2022
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Stephanie P
Jefferson City, MO924 contributions
Jan 2020
We enjoyed the afternoon here at Saline Beach. It is long enough to go for a walk, the sand is soft with no rocks, seaweed, or hard shells. It is also flat, and the water has gentle waves that are the right amount to enjoy without feeling overpowered in the bay. Park your car, and then you will have a short hike - first it is flat, then up a rocky incline and back down. Take a cooler, chairs, etc. as there is nothing there but people. Not crowded when we went - some people were topless, others nude, others completely normal swimsuits - anything goes. It was very relaxing and peaceful.
Written January 19, 2020
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duvanb
Calhoun, GA13 contributions
Excellent beach for sunning and seeing crystal clear water. For American's not used to topless and nude sunbathing it takes a moment to adjust. Once there you will fit in no matter what you're wearing (or lack thereof). It is a short hike to this beach. You typically will find more locals at this beach than anywhere else on the island. The beach never seems crowded even on holidays!
Written August 23, 2003
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Good evening, my wife and I are very interested in our first visit to the Caribbean, while we have been to Bermuda and Asia many times, this would be our first visit to the Islands. We are extremely interested in your help to set up a perfect match. We love nudism but also enjoy dressing formally on occasion. First, if you do not mind, some questions:
1. How close are you to the beach, it does not seem like you are directly on the water?
2. How difficult is it to travel to your location, do you know if there is any direct flights from Boston?
3. What is the shopping like in the area, can we walk there?
4. We would be traveling with arrival on 30/July, departure on the 5th/Aug, depending on things, we might consider making the departure on the 6th?
5. Could you tell us what units might be available for these dates, and what is the rate for each, considering two adults? Please specify in US$.
6. What is the cost to rent a car for a few days, we probably would not want one for the entire stay?
7. What would you require for a deposit and when would balance be due?
8. We know this is clothing optional, and have been AANR members for years, so understand the proper use of cameras, but my wife is into photography and loves pictures, using common sense, and care about taking pictures, is this a problem at your location?
9. What is the best process for doing reservations?
10. What is in the local area to see, with or without clothing?
Anything else you can forward us would be very much appreciated and assist us in our planning.
Sincerely,
Written March 15, 2017
Hello To bathe naked go only to the beach of Grande Salines near Lorient st barth my wife being West Indian and refusing to remove her swimsuit it is the perfect 80% textile beach but we could my wife in a swimsuit and me naked to walk along the beach without any problem with textiles because everyone is kind and respectful of others more than naturists who do not accept my wife in a swimsuit one day my wife told me today you were all alone naked in the middle of the others in swimsuits and nobody was shocked beautiful lesson of respect and cohabitation
Written July 24, 2020
Hello,
We have been to St. Martin four times LOL and love it and going back in July.
Question - what day trip to you take to St. Barths? Can you recommend anyone that sails over there?
Did they take you snorkeling anyplace?
Trying to decide if we want to stay on St. Barths for a few days or just do a day sail.
Any info would be helpful.
Thanks in advance.
Written June 7, 2016
I would totally go and stay in St Barth's for a few days. It's magical. So relaxed.
We stayed at the Saint Christopher Hotel and loved it. You should rent a vehicle when you are there so you can get around the island. The Saline Beach was our favorite.
Let me know if there is anything else you would like to know.
Cheers,
Karen
Written June 9, 2016
I am a long time (April) visitor to St Barts. (20+ years) This April Saline Beach was virtually unusable and Governor's beach was also in rough shape because of immense amounts of seaweed. We have never previously encountered this problem. Does the island have any plan to remove the seaweed or is the plan to let nature take its course?
Written July 24, 2015
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