Portiragnes walks

A walk exploring the other side of the scenery, behind the beaches of Portiragnes. Along the Canal du Midi, meet the barges and discover the dedicated port on the edge of the marshes. A winter stopover for migratory birds, from the top of the small dunes, overlooking the beach. Walk along the dykes surrounded by salt marshes.

A short walk along the Canal du Midi and its locks, via the Voie Verte. A fairly shaded route, then a short stretch through the vineyards as you skirt around Portiragnes, following the banks of the Grande Maïre. At the end of the route, you pass through the Portiragnes Marshes and the Lac de la Grande Maïre.

On the outskirts of Béziers, in the Villeneuve-lès-Béziers area, the vineyards stretch along the banks of the Canal du Midi. The Oenorando will take you on a journey of discovery through the landscapes and the mosaic of grape varieties, within the Pays d’Oc and Coteaux de Béziers PGI areas, which benefit from maritime influences on terroirs of rounded pebbles caressed by the local breeze.

Set off on a hike through the heart of the Orb Delta vineyards to discover Sérignan and its Roman history. Along the route, you’ll enjoy views of the vineyards and the sea, as well as the town’s exceptional heritage, including its collegiate church, winegrowers’ houses and contemporary art museum.

A circular route to explore the (channelled) Hérault estuary, the marshes and polders with their canals, the beach and the Tamarissière bunker site. Best avoided in hot weather as there is no shade along the route.

Located on the right bank of the Hérault, La Tamarissière resembles a small, peaceful seaside village. It owes its name to the tamarisk trees planted at the end of the 18th century to combat the silting up of the Hérault estuary. Surrounded by beaches, a vast pine forest and the Verdisses nature reserve, discover unspoilt nature on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. From the basalt rocks of the jetty to the sandy dune paths and the damp ground amid lush vegetation, take a stroll through this setting of contrasts.

This route will allow you to discover or rediscover the riches of the Agde region (historic town centre, river, beaches, marinas, cliffs, Mont Saint Martin and Mont Saint Loup, Bagnas Nature Reserve, Canal du Midi, etc.). It is not particularly difficult, apart from the distance, and can be covered in several days (see practical information).

Walk on the outskirts of Béziers between nature and the city. Visit some of the city's remarkable points of interest. Always follow the water, in the shade if you choose the protected bank, passing through the locks (+ 2 footbridges) or along the Orb. The route is very easy as it mainly follows footpaths, with short sections shared with cars (be careful), and is accessible to children. It takes just over an hour at a brisk pace, or two hours at a leisurely pace.

Itinéraire empruntant la nouvelle piste cyclable avec un retour par la rive droite de l'Hérault.

A walk to explore this small town on the banks of the Hérault. The start of the walk is on the other side of the river and is easily accessible. It’s worth combining this visit with another fairly short walk nearby: The beach, the Hérault and the marshes at La Tamarissière.

A walk beneath the plane trees, amongst beaches, vineyards and locks, from the Canal du Midi to the Canal de l’Hérault. Explore La Tamarissière, where nature, oyster farming and culture come together – come and discover Agde, its historic monuments and its history.

It is along the banks of the Hérault, which rises in Mont Aigoual in the heart of the Cévennes, that the charm works its magic.. The murmur of the river, the contrasting colours of the river, the sky and the flamboyant Château Laurens, the Cathedral of Saint-Étienne built from lava stones from the ancient volcano of Mont Saint-Loup, the charm of the boats sailing on the river... nothing will leave you indifferent.You are here in Agde, "Agathé Tyché" or "Good Fortune". This ancient Greek city, founded in the 5th century BC and a thriving commercial port until the 18th century, will surprise you with its unusual houses built from black volcanic stone. To discover Le Grau d'Agde, a pretty fishing village, follow the Hérault river, which ends its course by joining the "beautiful blue sea" of the Mediterranean.

This route starts at the nine locks of Fonseranes and takes you on a journey of discovery through the riches of Béziers, along the Canal du Midi and the Orb river.

Ancient volcano located between Agde and Cap d'Agde. Beautiful 360° panorama. Wide path lined with pine trees. This hike may be prohibited depending on the fire risk level. Remember to check the map.

An easy walk with beautiful views. Along the way, you can discover the fauna, flora and landscapes of the Florensac hinterland.

Between vineyards, meadows and salt marshes, set off to explore the Bagnas Nature Reserve and the heritage of the Agde region.On foot from the Cap d'Agde Tourist Office reception area or by parking in the car park before the entrance to the naturist village, this route takes you to the Bagnas Nature Reserve, towards the former Maraval Estate with views of Mont Saint-Loup.Access to the Bagnas National Nature Reserve is regulated in order to preserve the environment and the tranquillity of the species. The reserve is managed by ADENA, an association dedicated to nature conservation and awareness, which specialises in Mediterranean coastal wetlands. As such, it invites you to discover this route, in and around the reserve, which you can explore on foot or by bike, to freely observe the natural and heritage riches of this area.

Set off to conquer Mont Saint-Loup! Like adventurers, discover the sumptuous panoramas and historical remains of this ancient volcano at the southern end of the Auvergne hills, 113 metres above sea level.As you pass through the fragrant pine forests, discover the different colours that stand out in these varied panoramas, like an artist's palette: the different shades of blue of the Mediterranean Sea, the green expanses of the Cap d'Agde golf course and the Bagnas reserve, the brilliance of the Étang de Thau, the black of the basalt lands and that of the Tour des Anglais. Enough to bring back wonderful memories!

Head to the "volcanic lands"! A complete change of scenery is guaranteed in the heart of the basalt coastline of Cap d'Agde.Discover the black sand beach of Grande Conque and the volcanic cliffs that overlook the blue and translucent waters of the Mediterranean Sea.Ready for a photo? From the breathtaking 360° view of the seafront, discover the richness of this coastline located in the heart of the Natura 2000 marine protected area. In your lens: the Mediterranean Sea, Sète, Fort Brescou, Port du Cap d'Agde, the Pyrenees mountain range, and the hinterland with the Monts de l'Espinouse, enough to make you fall in love!

Explore almost all of Cap d'Agde on this 10-kilometre route. You can enjoy landscapes such as the beaches of Rochelongue and Richelieu, the Palais des Congrès, the Aqualand water park, Mont Saint-Loup and the Cap d'Agde golf course.

Fancy strolling along the marina and sandy beaches? This tour is for you!During this walk, you'll have time to window shop, enjoy an ice cream, and stroll leisurely towards the Mail de Rochelongue. On foot, by bike, scooter, mini train or even a "rosalie" (four-seater bicycle), discover the unspoilt nature of this dune cordon, home to preserved flora and fauna. Enjoy the view of Richelieu and Rochelongue beaches, with the magnificent Fort Brescou standing out in the distance!

A lovely hike of about ten kilometres, featuring varied seaside landscapes. The first part is along the coast and beaches. The second part is a little more hilly, with the ascent of Mont Saint-Loup, which offers a breathtaking view of Cap d'Agde. The third part is in the town of Cap d'Agde and along the harbour. This hike may be prohibited depending on the fire risk level. Remember to check the map.

This circular route around Tourbes is not particularly difficult and offers varied landscapes, mostly in the undergrowth. Take care when crossing the D39. The entire hike is marked in yellow. The beautiful village of Tourbes is well worth a visit.

A quick family walk offering magnificent views of the chasm. This route is easy and provides quick access to the chasm. The path goes round the chasm and another one (with steps) even allows you to climb down into it.

At the gates of Saint-Pierre-la-Mer, this hike leads to the Gouffre de l'Œil Doux via the small hamlet of Saint-Pierre. Heath, pine trees and vineyards form the backdrop to this circuit, which retains its wild character despite running along the edge of the seaside resort in its final section. The magnificent view of the sea, the Canigou and the Albères mountains will quickly make you forget how close you are.

This unique hike offers beautiful views through the heaths and at the foot of the La Clape cliffs in good weather. However, it does present a number of challenges: stony paths, rocky trails that sometimes tend to close in, two ditches to cross, a stone wall to climb at one point, then descend with caution, before returning to more pleasant paths and tracks at the end of the route. Finally, this is an unmarked route for which the use of the Visorando app or a GPS is recommended.