**"Étretat, France: Explore the Elephant Cliff + Monet's Inspirational Coastline

**The Ultimate Guide to Étretat's Elephant Cliff** 📍 **Transportation** - 2.5-hour direct drive from Paris - Or take a train to Le Havre station + 20-minute taxi ride 🌊 **Three Must-See Wonders** 1️⃣ **Great Elephant Cliff** (La Falaise d'Amont) 2️⃣ **Little Elephant Cliff** (La Manneporte) 3️⃣ **Aval Arch** (Stunning at sunrise) 🚶 **Classic Hiking Routes** ▫️ Coastal Loop Trail (3 hours/5km) ▫️ Cliff-top Golf Course Viewpoint 📸 **Best Photo Spots** ✔️ Elephant Cliff Beach at low tide ✔️ Jardins d'Étretat (Cliffside Gardens) 🍽️ **Seafood Feast Recommendations** ▪️ Old Port Restaurant La Marie Antoinette ▪️ Must-try: Normandy oysters + cider 💡 **Practical Tips** ☑️ Check tide times! Beach access only at low tide ☑️ Wear non-slip shoes! Cliff paths are steep ☑️ Pair with a day trip to Le Havre/Honfleur The coastal wonder immortalized by Monet—where white cliffs meet eternal waves! 🌊