Campsite
Etang de Thau
In the south of Languedoc-Roussillon lies the Etang de Thau, a must-see site in the Hérault. This seawater lagoon is particularly suitable for tourism, and is easily accessible from the Domaine Sainte Véziane 4*, our campsite near Vias. Between the many possibilities for walks in this protected natural area, and the various leisure activities available, the Etang de Thau and its surroundings are full of tourist attractions not to be missed during your stay.
Visit the Etang de Thau
The Etang de Thau, also known as the Bassin de Thau, is the largest body of water in Occitanie. Located on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, it covers an area of over 70 km², or almost 7,000 ha. Visitors particularly appreciate the variety ofsporting and water sports activities on offer.
Kitesurfing, sailing, diving and paddle boarding are all available. For the less adventurous, kayak or boat excursions allow you to explore the Etang de Thau and its nooks and crannies, islets and oyster farms, as well as the small fishing ports of Bouzigues, Marseillan and Mèze. The Etang de Thau is undoubtedly one of the must-see sites in the Hérault!
And while some are adventurous enough to fly over it, others like to explore it via its banks. On foot, mountain bike, quad bike or horseback, there’s no shortage of means of transport around this gigantic, emblematic Hérault basin, separated from the Mediterranean by only a thin strip of sand. This unspoilt natural environment is less than 30 minutes from the Etang de Thau campsite, and offers the chance to admire hundreds of animal and plant species.
This exceptional ecological diversity is just one of the Hérault region’s many must-see tourist attractions during your next stay at Domaine Sainte Véziane.
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What to see around Etang de Thau?
The immediate vicinity of the Etang de Thau is literally teeming with festive and cultural towns, such as Sète. In this port city, also known as the “Little Venice of Languedoc”, music festivals and days of discovery of Hérault gastronomy follow one another throughout the summer season.
It’s an opportunity to discover or rediscover renowned products, such as Languedoc wines and Bouzigues oysters. Twenty kilometers to the west of the Etang de Thau campsite lies the commune of Vias, renowned for its Fabrikus World, France’s largest indoor fairground.
As the crossing point of the Canal du Midi to Béziers, many visitors also come to stroll through the historic old town, or laze on the sandy beaches of Vias-Plage.
Finally, Montpellier, capital of the Hérault region, is just over an hour’s drive from the Etang de Thau. This thousand-year-old city of preserved architecture is also a wine-growing town.
Rich in period fountains, monuments and museums, Montpellier has modernized without losing the medieval charm that characterizes its historic heritage.
Where to stay camping in Etang de Thau?
Domaine Sainte Véziane’s Etang de Thau campsite is located along the Canal du Midi in Bessan, 15 minutes from the Mediterranean coast. Ideally situated halfway between the coast and the Hérault hinterland, only twenty kilometers separate it from the heart of the Thau lagoon.
Comfort and originality are the hallmarks of this unusual campsite. For example, you can rent a comfortable mobile home at this year-round campsite in the Hérault region, or rent a chalet or complete baby equipment. The Domaine Sainte Véziane campsite also accepts pets!
Last but not least, the campsite offers a host of 4-star services to make your life easier during your stay at the Etang de Thau campsite. An aquatic area, suitable for adults and children alike, and a wide range of activities thanks to the numerous sports facilities await you. You’ll never be bored on vacation at Domaine Sainte Véziane!
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