This high-angle, aerial shot captures a turbulent section of the ocean off the coast of Étretat, France. The scene is dominated by dark, greenish-grey seawater, upon which white, frothy waves break and swirl. Multiple dark, irregular rock formations are visible, some partially submerged and others breaking the surface, particularly concentrated in the central and lower-right portions of the frame. Several of these rocks display patches of a darker, reddish-brown growth, likely seaweed or algae. White foam from breaking waves interacts with and surrounds these rocky outcrops, creating intricate patterns across the water's surface. A prominent diagonal line of a breaking wave with white foam extends across the upper left section. The overall lighting is diffuse, indicative of an overcast sky. No individuals, vessels, or man-made objects are present.

Photographer documents Étretat's dramati

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Fri, Jun 5, 2026, 06:32 PM

15d ago

Étretat, France

49.70700, 0.19400

This high-angle, aerial shot captures a turbulent section of the ocean off the coast of Étretat, France. The scene is dominated by dark, greenish-grey seawater, upon which white, frothy waves break an…read more

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