French explorers first landed in New Zealand in the late 1700's with failed plans of colonizing. There influence can be found throughout the island. Titirangi hosts a few French Market with baguettes, cheese, pastries, crepes, savouries, chocolate, coffee and patés.

This beach is used mainly for boating as it is adjacent to the French Bay Yacht Club which has a large boat ramp. Beach goers are encouraged to wear shoes as there are many pacific oyster shells on the beach that can cut your feet. Ample parking is provided at the end of Valley Road and multiple public bus stops are nearby.

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

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• Swim Guide - Weather and water quality for French Bay and 8,000 other beaches.