A destination between land and sea
The largest body of water in Occitania, the Etang de Thau is an unmissable tourist destination due to its geographical location and its sites, all emblematic in their own way. The Thau Basin, now called the "Thau Archipelago", is made up of 14 communes, each more typical than the last. From the seaside to the scrubland, you can visit and discover a multitude of settings and atmospheres, specific to the place where you will find yourself: a fishing village; a small port overlooking the pond; salt marshes; streets with colorful facades; a waterfront walk; a cultural heritage surrounded by nature... and many other fascinating elements that you will have to see at least once!
A natural heritage
Long preserved and little-known, the territory is full of natural treasures that you can admire during your stay.
Let's start with Balaruc and its promenade des Bains to get your legs up, while following in the footsteps of Georges Brassens.
Then, if you feel like it, why not take a walk in old salt marshes classified for their exceptional fauna or even a hike on the Massif de la Gardiole?
In fine weather, try an unusual discovery of the lagoon, aboard a boat or balancing on your paddle.
A territory of flavours
Food lover?
The Bassin de Thau is full of appellations and specialties to discover or rediscover without ever getting tired of them!
Typical meals ; fresh products such as shellfish or fish; local wines and muscats... Good things abound in this exceptional territory.
Bon vivants and fine gourmets will enjoy perfecting their palates during their stay here.
Enjoy your favorite dishes and take some home to share this little taste of the Mediterranean with your loved ones.
Truly Atissous products! Which means for us: a taste of coming back.
A historical patrimony
Immerse yourself in the history of the Thau Basin by visiting the monuments of our towns and villages and discover the origins of this ancient heritage.
Here's a quick overview:
The Sévigné Pavilion and the thermal water foot bath of Balaruc-les-Bains; the municipal museum of Frontignan; Saint Félix de Montceau Abbey in Gigean; the garden of the castle of Girard de Mèze; the Villa Loupian and its Roman mosaics; the fabulous Valmagne Abbey in Villeveyrac or why not our typical capitelles, visible in the Gardiole massif...
Without forgetting the Languedoc traditions, celebrated for a long time and appreciated by all.
Discover all the advice and suggestions from the tourist offices of the Thau archipelago.
