South of France (le Midi), France

Occitanie Beaches

Occitanie is a region in the south of France known for its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and delicious cuisine. One of the most popular tourist destinations in the region is Cap d'Agde, a seaside resort town that is home to one of the most famous nudist beaches in the world. The beach at Cap d'Agde is a clothing-optional area where visitors can sunbathe and swim in the Mediterranean Sea without the constraints of traditional beach attire.

The town also offers a variety of other activities and attractions, including shopping, dining, and water sports.

For more information, please refer to our guide.

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Top Beaches in Occitanie

Beach Paulilles
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TOP-TIER BEACH
Occitanie
Beach Paulilles

Beach Paulilles, situated in Port-Vendres, France, is a picturesque coastal spot renowned for its natural beauty and historical significance. Extendin...

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Chalets Beach
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Occitanie
Chalets Beach

Chalets Beach is a beautiful coastal spot known for its sandy beaches and safe, gently deepening waters. The beach is particularly suitable for childr...

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La Plage Centrale
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Occitanie
La Plage Centrale

La Plage Centrale is a prominent beach located in the charming town of Argelès-sur-Mer, nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees in sout...

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Plage de l'Espiguette
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TOP-TIER BEACH
Occitanie
Plage de l'Espiguette

Plage de l'Espiguette is a remarkable beach in Le Grau-du-Roi, located in the Gulf of Lion. It's renowned for its stunning 10-kilometer stretch of san...

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Plage de l’Hôtel de Ville
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TOP-TIER BEACH
Occitanie
Plage de l’Hôtel de Ville

Plage de l’Hôtel de Ville is a well-known beach located in the coastal town of Palavas-les-Flots, France. It has been a beloved destination since the ...

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Plage de Valras
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Occitanie
Plage de Valras

Plage de Valras, also known as Valras-Plage, is a picturesque beach situated in the HĂ©rault department within the Languedoc-Roussillon region of Franc...

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Plage du Grand Travers
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Occitanie
Plage du Grand Travers

Plage du Grand Travers is a notable beach situated in the city of La Grande-Motte in the HĂ©rault department of France. This beach stands out due to it...

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Plage le Petit Travers
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TOP-TIER BEACH
Occitanie
Plage le Petit Travers

Plage le Petit Travers, located in Mauguio Carnon, HĂ©rault, France, is a picturesque beach known for its natural beauty and family-friendly environmen...

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Plage Rive Gauche
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Occitanie
Plage Rive Gauche

Plage Rive Gauche is a picturesque beach situated in Le Grau-du-Roi, a commune in the Gard department within the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France...

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Platja de Cotlliure
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Occitanie
Platja de Cotlliure

Platja de Cotlliure is a picturesque beach located in a vibrant seaside town. The area surrounding the beach is bustling with a variety of shops, inde...

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Sunset Beach
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Occitanie
Sunset Beach

Sunset Beach is a beautiful and expansive beach located in La Grande Motte, a popular tourist destination built in the 1970s. It is known for its supe...

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Barcarès
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Occitanie
Barcarès

Le Barcarès, a seaside resort, is home to the Plage Barcarès, a beach that is located just 50 meters away from another long sandy beach. The resort of...

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Beach Aresquiés
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Occitanie
Beach Aresquiés

Beach Aresquiés, situated in the seaside resort of Frontignan, France, is the easternmost beach in the region. The beach is divided into two sections:...

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Cap d’Agde
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Occitanie
Cap d’Agde

Cap d'Agde is a seaside resort located in the Hérault department in southern France. The main beach in Cap d'Agde, Plage de Rochelongue, is a l...

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Carnon Plage
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Occitanie
Carnon Plage

Carnon Plage is a popular beach located near Montpellier. It is known for its fine sand and warm sea, making it a suitable location for families with ...

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Espiguette Naturist Beach
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Occitanie
Espiguette Naturist Beach

Espiguette Naturist Beach is a popular destination known for its expansive sandy shores. The beach stretches on endlessly, offering visitors the oppor...

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Franqui Beach
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Occitanie
Franqui Beach

Franqui Beach, located in Leucate, Aude, France, is a large sandy expanse famed for its clear waters and stunning views. The beach, which is nestled n...

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La Plage Centrale de Canet en Roussillon
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Occitanie
La Plage Centrale de Canet en Roussillon

La Plage Centrale de Canet en Roussillon, frequently known as Plage Centrale, is a prominent beach situated in the French town of Canet-en-Roussillon....

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Nudist Beaches in Occitanie

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Best Time to Visit Occitanie

The best time to visit Occitanie in France is during the summer months from June to August. The Mediterranean climate is at its best during this time, with plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures perfect for swimming in the sea and spending time on the beach. You can also enjoy a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling and water sports. September and October are also good months to visit, with the weather still warm but with fewer crowds. However, if you’re looking for a quieter atmosphere and don’t mind cooler temperatures, the winter months can also be a good time to explore the region’s cities and towns.

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Ax-les-Thermes
Ax-les-Thermes Beaches
Banyuls-sur-Mer
Banyuls-sur-Mer Beaches
Caunes-Minervois
Caunes-Minervois Beaches
Perpignan
Perpignan Beaches
Vias
Vias Beaches
Azille
Azille Beaches
Canet-en-Roussillon
Canet-en-Roussillon Beaches
Montpellier
Montpellier Beaches
Valras-Plage
Valras-Plage Beaches
Agde
Agde Beaches
Port-Vendres
Port-Vendres Beaches
Lamalou-les-Bains
Lamalou-les-Bains Beaches
Uzès
Uzès Beaches
Leucate
Leucate Beaches
BĂ©ziers
BĂ©ziers Beaches
Marseillan
Marseillan Beaches
Frontignan
Frontignan Beaches
Saint-Cyprien
Saint-Cyprien Beaches
PĂ©rols
PĂ©rols Beaches
Carcassonne
Carcassonne Beaches
Castres
Castres Beaches
Sète
Sète Beaches
Vic-la-Gardiole
Vic-la-Gardiole Beaches
Lunel
Lunel Beaches
Lagrasse
Lagrasse Beaches
Calvisson
Calvisson Beaches
Sigean
Sigean Beaches
Barjac
Barjac Beaches
Les Angles
Les Angles Beaches
CĂ©ret
CĂ©ret Beaches
Aigues-Mortes
Aigues-Mortes Beaches
Le Grau-du-Roi
Le Grau-du-Roi Beaches
Laroque-des-Albères
Laroque-des-Albères Beaches
Lézignan-Corbières
Lézignan-Corbières Beaches
Limoux
Limoux Beaches
Beaucaire
Beaucaire Beaches
Millau
Millau Beaches
Saint-Gilles
Saint-Gilles Beaches
Lattes
Lattes Beaches
Palavas-les-Flots
Palavas-les-Flots Beaches
Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie
Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie Beaches
Portiragnes
Portiragnes Beaches
Villeneuve-lès-Avignon
Villeneuve-lès-Avignon Beaches
Gruissan
Gruissan Beaches
Mauguio
Mauguio Beaches
Mèze
Mèze Beaches
Le Barcarès
Le Barcarès Beaches
Sorède
Sorède Beaches
Narbonne-Plage
Narbonne-Plage Beaches
Nîmes
Nîmes Beaches
Balaruc-les-Bains
Balaruc-les-Bains Beaches
SĂ©rignan
SĂ©rignan Beaches
Roquemaure
Roquemaure Beaches
Sainte-Marie-la-Mer
Sainte-Marie-la-Mer Beaches
Quillan
Quillan Beaches
Narbonne
Narbonne Beaches
Anduze
Anduze Beaches
PĂ©zenas
PĂ©zenas Beaches
Amélie-les-Bains-Palalda
Amélie-les-Bains-Palalda Beaches
Port-la-Nouvelle
Port-la-Nouvelle Beaches
Saint-Denis
Saint-Denis Beaches
Vernet-les-Bains
Vernet-les-Bains Beaches
Torreilles
Torreilles Beaches
Cerbère
Cerbère Beaches
Argelès-sur-Mer
Argelès-sur-Mer Beaches
Collioure
Collioure Beaches
Font-Romeu
Font-Romeu Beaches

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More Beaches in Occitanie

La Plagette Beach
La Plagette Beach
Leucate Plage
Leucate Plage
Narbonne Plage
Narbonne Plage
Ouille Beach
Ouille Beach
Plage de Cerbère
Plage de Cerbère
Plage de Rochelongue
Plage de Rochelongue
Plage Portiragnes
Plage Portiragnes
Plage Richelieu
Plage Richelieu
RossellĂł Beach
RossellĂł Beach
Beach Mateille
Beach Mateille
La Plagette
La Plagette
Marseillan Plage
Marseillan Plage
Nudist Beach Port Leucate
Nudist Beach Port Leucate
Plage Baleine
Plage Baleine
Plage de Banyuls
Plage de Banyuls
Plage de la Fontaine
Plage de la Fontaine
Plage de la Marende
Plage de la Marende
Plage de Vias
Plage de Vias
Plage du Bosquet
Plage du Bosquet
Plage du Grand Large
Plage du Grand Large
Plage du Lydia
Plage du Lydia
Plage Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone
Plage Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone
Platja de l'Art
Platja de l'Art
Baleine
Baleine