Things to see and do
in Marseillan
Just 20 minutes from Finca l’Air Marin, discover a seaside resort in the Sète agglomerations during your stay at our Vias campsite. Marseillan has all the charms of a small seaside town. Let yourself be seduced by the natural beauty of the landscapes of the Thau lagoon and the gentle Mediterranean atmosphere of the port and beaches.
Camping Marseillan : Visit a traditional seaside village
Marseillan is a commune in the Hérault department in the south of France. This small commune of 7,800 inhabitants is mainly made up of its historic town center and small fishing port.
It boasts an impressive medieval street lined with quays on one side and houses on the other. The town center is located on a peninsula, surrounded by marshes and lagoons.
The port of Marseillan-plage, to the south, handles fishing and pleasure boat traffic. Finally, the Etang de Thau, near Bouzigues, which lies to the north of Marseillan, is one of Europe’s largest natural freshwater lakes (and a Ramsar site).
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Discover old Marseillan
Marseillan is surrounded by water, with lakes, marshes and beaches. The town center stands out from the coast, offering two totally distinct atmospheres. With its centuries-old traditional alleyways, Marseillan has all the hallmarks of a friendly southern village.
Here you’ll find many of the shops and restaurants typical of Languedoc-Roussillon seaside resorts. As you stroll through the historic center, you’ll notice the architecture of the old bourgeois houses, as well as thechurch of Saint Jean-Baptiste with its atypical square bell tower. One of Marseilles’ specialties is Noilly Prat vermouth, whose winery can be visited.
Marseillan plage: beaches and marina
Marseillan’s beaches stretch along the Mediterranean coast, following on from those of Cap d’Agde and Sète. There are 4 main beaches: Bagnas, Rieu, Honneur and Robinson. The first two are the ones furthest west of the port, more popular with local holidaymakers and closer to the naturist beaches of Cap d’Agde.
Close to the port, Plage d’Honneur is the liveliest, with several tourist facilities including restaurants and private beaches. Finally, at the eastern end of the seaside resort is Plage Robinson, a little wilder as you venture towards Sète.
The small marina at Marseillan plage links the Mediterranean Sea with the Etang de Thau. It’s the perfect place to enjoy water sports, take a boat trip or stroll along the quays and beaches.
seaside holiday
Focus: Thau lagoon
a protected nature reserve
Thau Lagoon
Bagnas Nature Reserve
Thau Lagoon
The Etang de Thau is a nature reserve located near the towns of Marseillan and Sète. It’s definitely a must-see if you’re looking for something to do near Sète. This lagoon was created between sea and land, and is an important natural habitat for many species. Covering an area of some 7,500 hectares, it is the largest body of water in Occitanie (formerly Languedoc Roussillon). The water in this area is rich in salt and algae, providing food for numerous species including seahorses, herons, egrets and ducks.
Together with the Bagnas nature reserve in the commune of Agde, these two wetlands contribute to the protection of flora and fauna. All around the Bassin de Thau, trails have been laid out to enable visitors to discover the species and landscapes by bike or on foot. It’s also an important area for oyster farming. You can sample these oysters near the ports of Mèze and Bouzigues, where this is the main activity. From Marseillan, guided boat tours are organized to navigate the freshwater.
Camping in Marseillan
If you want to discover all the tourist attractions of the Languedoc-Roussillon region, why not put down your bags at the l’Air Marin campsite in Vias? You can drive along the Mediterranean coast to discover the magnificent beaches of Marseillan and the surrounding area.
The campsite is just a 15-minute drive from Marseillan, offering the chance to explore nearby Montpellier, Béziers on the Canal du Midi and the historic city of Narbonne.
When you choose to stay at a campsite with a swimming pool in Marseillan plage, you’ll have a choice of accommodation, from a mobile home rental in Vias to a spacious camping pitch for your tent, caravan or camper van.
Surrounded by palm trees, you can enjoy a vacation in the heart of nature and relax in theaquatic area. The 4* Air Marin campsite has an indoor swimming pool, a slide for children, a wellness spa and a fitness room for adults.
When it comes to entertainment, you’ll never be bored! Our team will do its utmost to offer you as many activities as possible, as well as a wide range of evening events.
