The heart of Hérault on the Mediterranean coast
Historic assets on the Mediterranean
Hérault is located in the Occitanie region, in the south of France. With the beaches of the Mediterranean coast, quality vineyards and a rich historical heritage, this department is an ideal destination for a stay with family or friends.
On a coastline that is among the best preserved in the Mediterranean, two-thirds of which is untouched by construction, the natural areas have virtually all been acquired by the Conservatoire du Littoral et des Espaces Lacustres. The coast is made up of seaside resorts, 2 of which (La Grande Motte and Cap d’Agde) have been classified as “20th century heritage”.
Sea or river?
Between the fine sandy beaches of Cap d’Agde and the pebble beaches of the Gorges de l’Hérault, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to putting down your towel! Vary your pleasures between the seaside and the heart of the Hérault, just as exotic.
Getaway to Sète…
A pearl between the Mediterranean and the Etang de Thau! A singular world, where sand and earth, ponds and sea, vineyards and garrigue combine in a unique way. The beach, water sports, natural areas, lifestyle, heritage and cultural activities, relaxation and well-being. With its typical neighborhoods criss-crossed by canals, Sète is a seaside resort that has retained all its authenticity. If you’d like to get a glimpse of the soul of the Sètois, head for the harbors to enjoy a jousting spectacle!
From Carcasonne to Sète: the Canal du Midi…
Come and discover this historic canal, punctuated by barges, gourmet breaks and cultural visits. Linking Toulouse to the Mediterranean Sea, near Sète in Marseillan (at Les Onglous, where it empties into the Etang de Thau), the river has 63 beautiful oval locks and crosses the countryside from the Lauragais to the wine-growing hills of the Minervois, taking you all the way to the Mediterranean beaches…
