The best Étretat nightlife ranges from quiet evenings at cosy pubs to gambling fun. Étretat is a picturesque coastal town on Normandy’s Alabaster Coast known for its striking white cliffs. Throughout the year, the town offers a peaceful escape, and its nightlife tends to be quiet and wrap up early. Étretat becomes livelier in the summer with an influx of visitors drawn to its breath-taking scenery.
For evening entertainment, you can enjoy sunset sailing, catch a movie at a quaint local cinema or relax at a cosy pub in the centre of town. The waterfront Casino stays open late and if you’re looking for more vibrant nightlife or clubbing, Le Havre is just 30 minutes away.
Friendly, low-key pub
Ideal para: Vida noturna, Casais
Popular with tourists and locals, Le Yard is a low-key basement bar tucked away in the middle of town. In this welcoming pub, chatty bar staff serve generous cocktails, Guinness and Mort Subite on tap.
The vintage decor with mounted records, jazz memorabilia and cluttered vintage items befits the warm atmosphere. Enjoy a well-crafted drink from the carefully curated cocktail menu. To find Le Yard look for the bright red facade of renowned local restaurant Le Clos Lupin. The unassuming sign on the left points you downstairs to Le Yard.
Localização: 37 Rue Alphonse Karr, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Tuesday–Saturday from 8 pm to 2 am (closed on Mondays and Sundays)
Telefone: +33 (0)2 35 28 94 71
Le Yard
Popular dance club in Le Havre, 30 minutes from Étretat
Ideal para: Vida noturna, Casais
If you’re looking for a lively night out, Le Dream is a popular dance club in nearby Le Havre, just 30 minutes from Étretat. Le Dream is known for its high-energy vibe, electric DJ sets and dynamic light shows. Its futuristic interior features mirrored ceilings that reflect the energy of the dance floor below.
Le Dream draws a mix of locals, expats and visitors. Be aware that entry can be selective and they tend to turn away groups consisting solely of men. Be sure to check social media for free entrance specials, especially during the summer.
Abre: Thursday–Sunday from midnight to 6 am (closed on Monday–Wednesday)
Telefone: +33 (0)6 72 12 86 03
Le Dream
Community centre cinema
Ideal para: Vida noturna, Casais, Famílias
Salle Adolphe Boissaye is the community centre of Étretat, located on Rue Notre Damme. It is named after a 19th-century town mayor and has a small theatre space where it hosts local events including concerts and movie nights. Though it has a quaint, old-fashioned feel, it’s the only the only cinema in Étretat and can draw a healthy crowd.
Salle Adolphe Boissaye typically offers 2 film screenings every month on a Tuesday and a Saturday. Tickets are inexpensive and you can get discounts for groups and multi-entrance cards.
Localização: 41 Rue d’Iéna, 76600 Le Havre, France
Salle Adolphe Boissaye
Sunset sailing trip along the Alabaster Coast
Ideal para: Vida noturna, Foto
Sailing trips from Fécamp to Étretat offer an unforgettable way to explore the stunning Alabaster Coast of Normandy, known for its towering white chalk cliffs and dramatic natural arches. These excursions provide a unique vantage point to appreciate the cliffs’ beauty, especially around dusk when the golden light of the sun setting over the water adds a magical touch.
You can choose between speed boat tours for a faster, more thrilling ride or opt for a slower, leisurely trip aboard a restored sailing boat, once used for lobster fishing. For bookings and information on these tours, the Fécamp tourist office is a great resource.
Early evening sail from Fecamp to Etretat
Waterfront casino and bar open late
Ideal para: Vida noturna, Alimentação, Foto
The Casino JOA d’Étretat has a privileged spot on the waterfront, offering stunning views of the cliffs and the sunset. One of the few late-night venues in town, the casino has 60 slot machines alongside table games like blackjack and English roulette, as well as a restaurant and bar with a large, sheltered terrace offering spectacular views of the cliffs on either side.
Visitors come to the casino more for its cocktails and its view. Note that you’ll need to order at the bar and entry requires a European ID card or a passport.
Localização: 1 Rue Adolphe Boissaye, 76790 Étretat, France
Abre: Sunday–Thursday from 11 am to 2 am, Friday–Saturday from 11 am to 3 am
Telefone: +33 (0)2 35 27 00 54
Casino JOA d’Etretat
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