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Camping at La Grande Motte, let yourself be seduced!

Coucher de soleil sur la station balnéaire de La Grande Motte
Coucher de soleil sur la station balnéaire de La Grande Motte

 

Located in the Hérault department, in the Occitanie region, La Grande Motte is a must-see destination on the French Mediterranean coast. Twenty kilometres from Montpellier, this modern seaside resort was built in the 1960s and boasts avant-garde architecture, fine sandy beaches and an exceptional natural setting. For outdoor enthusiasts, camping is an ideal way to discover this futuristic town while enjoying the sea, nature and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're with family, friends or as a couple, camping at La Grande Motte is a getaway that combines comfort, freedom and discovery.

 

Which are the best campsites for discovering La Grande Motte?

For those who want the full La Grande Motte experience, camping is an ideal option. Whether in a tent, mobile home or camper van, the local establishments offer a wide range of facilities: swimming pools, entertainment, direct access to the beach or cycle path... All just a few minutes from the main centres of interest. Camping in La Grande Motte or the surrounding area means enjoying nature without sacrificing comfort, in an environment where everything has been thought of to make your holiday a success. Here is our selection of campsites:

5-star campsite Capfun L'Or with rentals at la Grande Motte

Camping L'Or ***** in La Grande Motte is located just 900 metres from the fine sandy beaches, in a pleasant natural setting in the heart of a pine forest. Open from April to the end of September, it offers 317 pitches divided between two areas, one quiet and the other more lively with a large pool area. This friendly campsite offers fully-equipped mobile homes, pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes, a water park with sensational slides, a paddling pool for the little ones, and plenty of entertainment for all the family. Children's clubs, sports campgrounds, themed evenings and practical services complete the range of facilities on offer for a dynamic and relaxing holiday.

Camping L'Or **** in Grau du Roi
Camping L'Or **** in Grau du Roi© CampingFrance

Cheap campsite near La Grande Motte with water park

Camping L'Elysée *** in Le Grau-du-Roi is a 3-star establishment located just 1.5 km from the Mediterranean beaches and 11 km from La Grande-Motte. It has 697 pitches and is open from May to September. The campsite offers fully equipped mobile homes, an aquatic area with a large swimming pool, a heated paddling pool, waterslides and a solarium with deckchairs. A variety of activities are organised in high season for all the family. A free shuttle bus is available in July and August for easy access to the beach. The campsite also offers services such as a restaurant, snack bar, grocery shop, bike hire and Wi-Fi access. Pets are allowed at an additional cost, except for categories 1 and 2.

L'Elysée *** campsite in Grau du Roi
L'Elysée *** campsite in Grau du Roi© CampingFrance

Campsite Abri de Camargue by the sea

Camping Abri de Camargue **** in Le Grau-du-Roi is located just 1 km from the sandy beaches of Le Grau-du-Roi, in a 4-hectare park with plenty of shade. Open from April to the end of September, it offers 277 pitches, including 104 mobile homes and 34 bare pitches. The campsite offers top-quality facilities, including a heated swimming pool, a paddling pool and an outdoor fitness area, as well as sports grounds for volleyball, table tennis and pétanque. Entertainment is organised in the high season, including a mini club for children aged 4 to 12, sports activities and themed evenings. A free shuttle bus to the beach is available at. Pets are allowed, and the campsite offers services such as a grocery shop, bar, restaurant, launderette and Wi-Fi access at an additional cost.

Camping Maïana Resort at La Grande Motte

Camping Maïana Resort **** in La Grande Motte is located 450 metres from the beaches, in a 3-hectare wooded park. Open from April to October, it offers 228 pitches and modern, air-conditioned mobile homes to suit all budgets. The campsite has a heated swimming pool, a paddling pool, a multisports campground and a children's club (4-12 years). Varied entertainment, themed evenings and sports activities are organised in high season. Services include a grocery shop, restaurant, bike and scooter hire and Wi-Fi access. Pets are allowed (except in certain categories). The campsite is ideally located near the town centre and port of La Grande Motte.

If you want to extend your stay to discover the whole area, here are all the campsites in the Hérault.

Ready for a rich and rejuvenating immersion in La Grande Motte?

A seaside resort born of a bold vision

La Grande Motte is unlike any other resort on the French coast, and not by chance. Designed in the 1960s by the architect Jean Balladur, this seaside resort was the result of an ambitious project launched by the French government to develop the Languedoc-Roussillon coastline. Inspired by the pyramids of Latin America and modernism, the architecture of La Grande Motte is now classified as 20th-century architectural heritage, a label that recognises its unique character and aesthetic value. Strolling between its white geometric buildings, you discover a city conceived as a work of art, where every line and every space has been carefully designed.

 

Modern architecture inspired by Latin American pyramids
Modern architecture inspired by Latin American pyramids© iStock

A green and sustainable destination

La Grande Motte's architecture is a real eye-catcher, but so is its environmental approach. The town devotes almost 70% of its surface area to green spaces, offering a particularly pleasant living and holiday environment. Public gardens, pine groves, parks and shady promenades are everywhere, inviting visitors to relax and stroll. This commitment to nature has earned the town a number of awards, including the Ville Fleurie label with 3 Flowers, in recognition of the quality of its flowers and landscaping.

A paradise for cyclists and lovers of leisure activities

Want to discover the town in a different way? La Grande Motte has 25 kilometres of safe, well-maintained cycle paths winding between the sea, beaches, forests and residential areas. Ideal for families, these trails allow you to explore the resort at your own pace, stress-free and in complete freedom. Lovers of soft mobility will also appreciate the many walks along the seafront or around the lakes, where Mediterranean flora and fauna flourish complete tranquillity.

A town with quality labels and a commitment to quality

La Grande Motte has succeeded in combining tourism and quality of life, by actively committing itself to a policy of sustainable development and environmental protection. It proudly displays the European Blue Flag, a European label that guarantees the quality of its bathing water, the cleanliness of its beaches and the good management of its facilities. So it's in a healthy, clean and safe environment that holidaymakers can enjoy the Mediterranean in complete peace of mind.

 

The beaches of La Grande Motte, awarded the Blue Flag
The beaches of La Grande Motte, awarded the Blue Flag© iStock

In conclusion, an ideal destination for everyone

Between the sea, nature, architecture and respect for the environment, La Grande Motte ticks all the boxes for a rich and rejuvenating holiday. Whether you're looking for relaxation, sporting activities or cultural discoveries, this atypical seaside resort has everything to seduce you. And what better way to enjoy this experience in complete freedom than on a campsite? Pack your bags, La Grande Motte is waiting for you!

 

Sunset over La Grande Motte
Sunset over La Grande Motte © iStock

 

 

 

 

 

 

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