Veules-les-Roses

Veules-les-Roses is a seaside village on the Alabaster Coast in Seine-Maritime, named one of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. It takes its name from the Veules River, the shortest river in France at just 1.1 km long, which flows through the village into the English Channel. The village is known for its thatched cottages, watercress beds, and a sandy beach set between chalk cliffs.

Veules-les-Roses is accessible by car from Dieppe (15 km east) or from Fécamp (20 km west). There is no train station in the village — the nearest is at Dieppe or Saint-Valery-en-Caux. Bus services are limited, so a car is recommended.

The village is small and best explored on foot. The river path runs through the center, passing watercress beds and old watermills. Parking is available at the edge of the village.

• The Veules River — walk its banks from source to sea (1.1 km)

• The thatched cottages (chaumières) typical of the region

• Plage de Veules-les-Roses — a sandy beach with cliffs and beach huts

• Église Saint-Martin — a 12th-century church with a separate bell tower

• The old watermills along the river

• Walk the river path from the source to the beach

• Swim at the beach in summer

• Walk the cliff-top path for coastal views

• Visit the Saturday morning market

Seafood restaurants near the beach serve fresh fish and mussels. Crêperies and tea rooms are found along the main street. A few bistros offer traditional Normandy cuisine.

Cafés along the river and near the beach serve coffee, cider, and local drinks. The village has a calm, relaxed drinking scene.

Accommodation in Veules-les-Roses consists mainly of chambres d'hôtes and gîtes in the characterful old houses. There are a few small hotels. More options are available in Dieppe.

Local products include watercress (grown in the village), seafood, and Norman specialties. Artisan shops sell pottery and local crafts.

• Dieppe — 15 km east, the historic port town
• Saint-Valery-en-Caux — 15 km west, another seaside resort
• Fécamp — 20 km west, with the Bénédictine Palace
• Étretat — 40 km west, famous for its cliff arches
• Rouen — 70 km south