Departure spots in Camargue

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Lake Thau, the Rhone to Sete Canal

Leaving from Colombiers

• Short Week : Marseillan and back.
• 1 week : Aigues-Mortes and back.
• 2 weeks : Beaucaire and back.

Your ports of call

• A curiosity by taking the Thau basin towards Marseillan or Sete, you will sail past oyster farms and will experience the life of the fishermen for a time.
• Sete, the fishermen's district awaits you between the sea and the lake. You can taste the local fish, the oysters and the mussels of lake Thau.
• Impressive for its beauty : Aigues-Mortes, surrounded by imposing 13th-century ramparts, will greet you at the gates of Camargue.
• At the heart of the Rhone delta, you will discover an astonishing display of flora and fauna. Toward St-Gilles you will share the passoin of the passing bull and horse-herds.
• From Beaucaire and its old castle, retrace the footsteps of Alphonse Daudet and enjoy a stunning panoramic view of the Rhone valley.
• The seaside resorts of Palavas, La Grande Motte,Cap d'Agde, and Carnon will give you the opprotunity to partake of the joys of the beach. For your nights out on the town, you will also enjoy the lively atmosphere of their marinas.
• The picturesque fishing port of Grau du Roi awaits you for a gastronomical stopover. The lavish seafood dishes, Pistou soup and Bourride are among the local specialities that are an absolute must.