The must-see seaside resorts of the South of France
Narbonne-Plage
Narbonne-Plage offers a vast sandy beach bordered by the Clape massif, ideal for combining swimming and hiking in a preserved natural setting. This family resort remains very popular for its peaceful atmosphere and numerous outdoor activities.
La Grande-Motte
Famous for its pyramid-shaped architecture inspired by pre-Columbian civilisations, La Grande-Motte is a modern and lively resort. It has comprehensive facilities for water sports and vast sandy beaches lined with palm trees.
Le Grau-du-Roi and Port-Camargue
Le Grau-du-Roi and its neighbouring resort Port-Camargue offer a typical southern French atmosphere with family-friendly beaches, Camargue traditions and nature. Here you can see flamingos and horses roaming free around the salt marshes and nature reserves.
Vias-Plage, Valras-Plage and Sérignan, in Hérault
In the Hérault, Vias-Plage, Valras-Plage and Sérignan are friendly resorts that are very popular with families. Their shallow, well-supervised beaches, summer entertainment and numerous playgrounds make them safe and lively places to stay. Vias is also known for its village atmosphere and lively local market. Sérignan, meanwhile, charms visitors with its natural surroundings, cycle paths and ideal location between the sea and the countryside.
Argelès-sur-Mer, Saint-Cyprien and Canet-en-Roussillon
In the south of the region, in the Pyrénées-Orientales, these three resorts offer a clever mix of Catalan traditions, long beaches and water sports. Argelès-sur-Mer is particularly popular for its many high-quality campsites and its seaside promenade. Saint-Cyprien has a lively marina and a seafront golf course. Canet-en-Roussillon combines seaside life with a festive atmosphere.
Collioure and Port-Vendres
For lovers of authenticity, the villages of Collioure and Port-Vendres, on the Mediterranean coast, offer unique charm with their coves, hiking trails and rich cultural heritage. Their small beaches nestled at the foot of the cliffs are ideal for relaxing away from the crowds.
A variety of beaches, between nature and entertainment
From the wild beach of Les Aresquiers in Frontignan to the more developed beaches of Cap d'Agde, the Occitan coastline offers a beautiful diversity. In Leucate, the vast beaches bordering the lagoon attract kitesurfers, while Gruissan offers an original setting with its chalets on stilts.
Sérignan and Vendres are quieter and have retained their natural character with dunes and unspoilt areas, particularly around the Orpellières estate. These areas are popular with holidaymakers looking for peace and quiet or walks by the sea.
These seaside resorts also offer a wide range of campsites right by the water, with high-quality services that are very popular with families and holidaymakers looking for comfort.
What's more, many Occitan campsites offer direct access to the beach, an added bonus for your camping holiday.
Water sports and water parks at campsites in the south
Water sports enthusiasts will be in their element: Saint-Cyprien, Leucate and Cap d'Agde are among the most famous spots for kitesurfing, paddleboarding and jet skiing. Many water sports centres also offer catamaran, kayak and diving trips to explore the seabed.
For family fun, several campsites have large water parks with wave pools, slides, lazy rivers and play areas for children. Ideal for cooling off and having fun, even without leaving the campsite.
4- and 5-star campsites by the sea
The coastline offers a wide range of high-end accommodation, particularly in the former Languedoc-Roussillon region:
The La Côte des Roses**** campsite in Narbonne-Plage offers a pleasant setting between the sea and the Clape massif, with a water park and lots of family entertainment. The Le Clos Virgile**** campsite in Sérignan is located 500 metres from a natural beach and offers comprehensive facilities that are ideal for families. In Marseillan, the Les Méditerranées – Nouvelle Floride***** campsite offers direct access to the beach and a well-maintained setting. The Blue Bayou***** in Vendres focuses on designer accommodation and luxury services.
The Les Sablons**** campsite in Portiragnes offers direct access to the beach, a large water park and a high-end family atmosphere.
In the Midi-Pyrénées region, Argelès-sur-Mer is home to the La Sirène***** campsite, renowned for its high-end lodges and comprehensive facilities. In Barcarès, the Camping Les Tamaris***** offers a VIP area with private jacuzzis.
Focus on the Sérignan Plage campsite
With direct access to a long sandy beach, Camping Le Sérignan Plage***** is one of the most beautiful campsites on the Occitan coast. It combines high-end comfort with unspoilt natural surroundings. There is an outdoor spa and a water park for families, as well as a wide range of premium mobile homes. All this in a peaceful and elegant setting, just a stone's throw from cycle paths and the Orpellières nature reserve.
Rent a mobile home with a sea view: comfort and a change of scenery
To make the most of the coastline, some campsites in Occitanie offer mobile homes with sea views. This is the case at the 5-star Les Criques de Porteils campsite in Port-Vendres, nestled between coves and vineyards, and at the 3-star Les Flots Bleus campsite in Vias, right by the beach, with some mobile homes facing the Mediterranean Sea.
These rentals are often equipped with spacious terraces and offer the ideal setting for enjoying sunrises and sunsets over the Mediterranean, while benefiting from the campsites' full range of services.