Camping holidays in Hérault
Would you like to enjoy the unique experiences offered by campsites? Do you love discovering animals, plants and extraordinary landscapes? Camping holidays in the Hérault are for you. This part of Languedoc-Roussillon is home to some of the most beautiful natural areas in France. Étang de Thau, Plage des Aresquiers, Massif de la Gardiole, Gorges de l'Hérault... The Altéa campsite with swimming pool, a 3-star estate on the Mediterranean coast at Vic-la-Gardiole, is ideally situated close to all these places of interest and numerous activities.
Thau Lagoon
A holiday in the Hérault without a visit to the Etang du Thau is simply inconceivable. The lagoon is 19km long and 5km wide, making it the largest in the Occitanie region. More than 100 species of animal live in its waters. 80% of France's breeding birds and 82% of its wintering birds are found here. 400 plant species (aquatic and terrestrial flora) populate its area. It is a 27-minute drive from the Altéa campsite.
The Aresquiers wood
Les Aresquiers is an area of 179 hectares covered in pine forests (holm oaks, kermes oaks, Aleppo pines and maritime pines). The area is ideal for a variety of activities, including hiking, birdwatching and water sports (kayaking, surfing, windsurfing, etc.). Les Aresquiers is also famous for its beach. Of the campsites in the Hérault, the waterside Altéa campsite is the closest (4.7 km apart).
The beaches of the Hérault
The Hérault, the southern part of the Languedoc region, lies on the shores of the Mediterranean, hence its many heavenly beaches. In Vic-La-Gardiole itself, you'll find the pretty Aresquiers beach, ideal for water sports. The Grande Conque beach, the most beautiful in Cap d'Agde with its grey-black sand. Also in Cap d'Agde (40 minutes from the campsite), you have the Richelieu beach, a paradise for children. In Sète, 20 minutes from the 3-star campsite, you have the Lazaret beach.
The Gardiole massif
Around ten kilometres from the Altéa campsite is the Gardiole massif. This limestone mountain is one of the most beautiful hiking routes in France. At the top, you have a magnificent view of the Ingril ponds and the picturesque villages of Languedoc-Roussillon. As unauthorised camping is prohibited, a mobile home holiday in Vic-la-Gardiole gives you the chance to explore its magnificent trails.
The Hérault Gorges
Lovers of water sports, rejoice! As well as being a magnificent place to discover, the Hérault gorges are a mecca for water-based activities. As well as swimming, climbing and canoeing, you can visit Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, listed as one of France's most beautiful villages. Or head to Saint-Jean-de-Fos, a medieval village famous for its glazed pottery. All this is about a 40-minute drive from the campsite, which has a heated swimming pool and is situated by the sea.
A successful holiday in the Hérault with a stay at camping Altéa
Altéa, the 3-star campsite near the sea in Vic-La-Gardiole, is the most recommended if you want to spend a few days holiday in the Hérault. It offers mobile homes, chalets, cottages and bare pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes.
Its heated, air-conditioned and hot-water-equipped accommodation sets Camping Altéa apart from other campsites in Languedoc-Roussillon. Fully-equipped kitchens, covered and furnished terraces, bathrooms and WCs are all available in a variety of accommodation: standard mobile homes, Comfort mobile homes, Premium cottages, unusual accommodation, etc.
The campsite has a sports hall, a multi-sports pitch, a play area with inflatable structures and a water park with a paddling pool and heated swimming pool. It offers fun activities and entertainment for children and adults. It is also one of the few campsites to offer a self-service library.
