Beau Rivage lies at the entrance to the pretty village of Mèze, on the shores of the Thau Basin that flows into the Mediterranean via the Canal Royal of Sète. In a typical southern atmosphere, come and sample the pleasures of relaxing in the heart of nature. The Thau is well-known for its seafood, but also attracts water sport lovers. Activities include swimming, surfing, fishing and kite surfing. This campsite is partner with a local diving school for diving courses and exploratory dives. You are invited to visit colourful markets, festivities, folklore and Languedoc-style jousting.
Location
Sea
Practical informations
Mèze • train station 20 km • bus station 30 km • airport 30 km
Pets
pets allowed, max. 1, except for category 1 and 2, on leash, with vaccination papers, dog showers
Taxes
tourist tax (>13 years old) 0.4 pers./day in EUROS
Miscellaneous
motorhome service point
A9: exit n° 33 (Sète). Head towards Poussan, Bouzigues, Mèze via the D613 for 5 km. Before the roundabout at the entrance to Mèze, turn left (on the lakes side). A75/E11: exit n° 59, then direction Pézenas, Sète, Montagnac, Mèze. Leaving Mèze, take the roundabout on your right. • GPS l:E03°36'37" L:N43°25'49"
Nearby tourist sites of interest
sète 20 km • Montpellier 30 km • Saint Guilhem le Désert 50 km
Famous yearly events nearby
World music festival in Mèze 0.8 km • Mèze feast 0.8 km • Saint Louis feast in Sète 20 km
Local food specialities
stuffed mussels • Bouzigues oysters • Tielles sétoises
Nearby hiking/biking trails
oysters breeding farm in Mèze 2 km • Antic villa in Loupian 3 km • Valmagne abbey in Villeveyrac 6 km
Our region
To the east of this massif, between the mountains and the sea, you are invited to explore the rocky inlets and tiny fishing ports of the Vermeille Coast nestling between Collioure and the Spanish border. Travelling back up the coast discover the well known broad sandy beaches, such as la Grande Motte, Cap d'Agde and Canet Plage. Close by you may explore the charming historic centres of Arles and Nîmes, with their impressive Roman remains, the port of Sète, as well as the medieval sites of Carcassonne and St. Guilhem le Désert.
TO VISIT
Banyuls
A colourful palette of azure skies, green vineyards and the clear blue of the sea.
Sète
A colourful fishing port set between the scents of the sea and the mediterranean flora.
St Guilhem le Désert
A lovely village nestling in the heart of an exceptional rocky setting.
Sigean African Reserve
Splendid home to over 3800 animals.
Medieval city of Carcassonne and Cathar castles
TO DO
Walking
Numerous marked footpaths amongst exceptionally stunning flora and fauna.
Boat hire
On the Canal du Midi, linking the Mediterranean to the Atlantic.
Water Sports
Wind surfing, water skiing, sailing, etc.
TO SAMPLE
Wines of the Languedoc
Perhaps they cannot compete with the grands crus of Bordeaux or Burgundy, but are nevertheless very pleasant - Corbières, Minervois, Banyuls, etc.
Pézenas Pâtés
The speciality of Pézenas, near Beziers, is these small pies filled with roast pork.
La Tielle
A speciality from Sète; a round pastry stuffed with a mixture of octopus and tomatoes.
