Cycling along the lagoon

On the lagoon side, the Thau Archipelago reveals a more intimate and unspoilt side. The cycle routes wind their way along the edge of the Thau lagoon, close to the oyster farms, fishing villages and reed beds, with the ever-changing reflections of the lagoon as a backdrop. Suitable for all abilities and interests, this water-based side of the region invites you to slow down and take the time to discover an exceptional natural and cultural heritage. Find our lagoon-side routes here, along with the Accueil Vélo-certified businesses dotted along the way. And for those more drawn to the sea, the ‘Cycling by the Sea’ page awaits you.

Cycling by the sea

A walk around the Étang de Thau

An iconic 57-kilometre route that circles the Thau lagoon in its entirety, starting from Sète and following almost exclusively cycle paths and greenways. Between the Sète coastline and its coves, the oyster beds stretching as far as the eye can see, the fishing village of Bouzigues and the Pointe des Onglous where the Canal du Midi meets the lagoon, every kilometre offers a new landscape and a good reason to stop.

The Angle Cove

Starting from Balaruc-le-Vieux, this 9.6 km round-trip walk follows the Thau lagoon along the old railway line, now converted into a cycle path, through a wild wetland area home to flamingos, egrets, herons and white stilted birds. A route accessible to all, which reveals the Crique de l’Angle and its unspoilt landscapes as you walk, before arriving at a viewpoint overlooking the oyster-farming village of Bouzigues.

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Loop No. 26

Starting from Marseillan, this loop of over 60 km, reserved for experienced cyclists, takes you through the vineyards and authentic villages of the Pézenas region, with superb views of the Thau lagoon and the mountains of the Haut-Languedoc. From the majestic Valmagne Abbey to the narrow streets of Pézenas, the town of Molière, and the return journey along the greenway, this is one of the richest and most varied routes in the Thau Archipelago.

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The 3-Museum Tour

Starting from Loupian, this route takes you on a journey of discovery through the cultural and natural heritage of the Thau basin, all the way to Balaruc-les-Bains. From the Gallo-Roman archaeological site of Villa Loupian, the Thau Lagoon Ethnographic Museum in Bouzigues and the Ancient Mediterranean Garden, every stop invites you to linger, not forgetting a gourmet break to sample the oysters farmed in the lagoon’s waters.

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GO FURTHER

In the Thau Archipelago, art isn’t confined to museums: it’s woven into the landscapes, villages, harbours and everyday streets. With the Mediterranean Art Walks, contemporary artworks interact with heritage, nature and local history to offer a different way of exploring the region. To see the Thau Archipelago in a new light, follow these routes where each artwork offers a fresh perspective on your surroundings.