City with a strong Mediterranean identity Mèze is a city of Herault founded by the Phoenicians in the sixth century BC Oldest Editor's Thau, it was once a great fishing pole and agriculture before become a stronghold of oyster farming and tourism.
Mèze is located thirty kilometers from Montpellier and only 7 kilometers from Sète, between vineyards and the Thau lagoon. Its pleasant Mediterranean climate and rich heritage make it a popular city for tourists passing through. Local cuisine, rich and tasty, is also part of its tourist attractions. Shellfish-based food and other marine products is favored, including the fragmentary, pie stuffed octopus and squid, or the macaronade.
Small paradise of Languedoc-Roussillon, Mèze is definitely a must for those wishing to spend a pleasant holiday on the Mediterranean Sea.
Ancient city, Mèze has a rich heritage that reflects this important story. Nature and architecture are combined perfectly to make the city desirable and inevitable.
In the old center of the city, monuments abound. One can in particular discover remains of walls and the Girard castle built in the late seventeenth century. Today it houses art exhibitions and offers its park to the public. But the most essential site is surely the Saint-Hilaire church built in the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries. Southern Gothic type, it has been redesigned several times and presents various buttresses.
Exhibition was held in the chapel of the Penitents overlooks the ramparts on the edge of the Thau lagoon. Built in the early twelfth century, it was restored in the seventeenth century.
Romanesque style, the Saint-Martin-de-Caux church was built in the twelfth century on a sacred place dating from antiquity. Gallo-Roman ruins were discovered, including tombs and marble statues.
Located on the shores of the Mediterranean, Mèze has a fishing harbor and a lively marina. Cafes and other restaurants can admire the blue waters and the various boats.
A paleontological museum, Dinosaur plain, invites visitors to discover a working envelope reconstitution accessible to young people. The opportunity to learn a little more about the history of places.
Always buzzing, the city of Mèze no shortage of entertainment and major events. Throughout the year, the streets of the city ablaze and light up.
Throughout the year, a traditional market takes place Mèze on Thursday morning. Saturday morning, a flea market takes place on the esplanade, while summer, night markets take place every Thursday from 20h to midnight.
Mèze vintners festival in January, with Saint Vincent, a day devoted entirely to wine estates nearby.
Interfaith Festival of Sacred Music moved in March, at the Saint-Hilaire church, offering various concerts.
Grand Event Mèze, the flower parade takes place on 1 and 8 May, each year. On this occasion, a parade of floats and groups invaded the streets, and an output of totemic animals of the city takes place.
For a week in June, Culture takes place in the world. City Mèze puts another country in the world to honor and proposes to discover its traditions, its history or its topicality through concerts, workshops or projections.
Fair young and environmental book, read the Pond settles early June with shows and exhibitions.
In July, celebrates Mèze fishermen with St. Peter and the Thau festival highlights the music world. At the same time, the Bouletchou festival takes place for to honor the heritage of Mèze. Exhibitions, parades and traditional ball are scheduled.
Lively, August sees the celebration of the oyster or the local party with a torchlight or jousting tournaments and bocce.
Vtt : la Rando du Bœuf
- On 23 june 2024
- Stade du Sesquier
- VTThau, with the support of the Ville de Mèze, the Département de l ? Hérault and the logistical backing of Hérault Sport, presents its Rando du B ? uf. - A new family trail of 12 km ? 85 D +, with departures between 9 and 10 a.m. and a 34 km 340 D + trail, plus an optional "expert" loop of 8 km 230 D +, with departures between 8 and 9 a.m., will delight mountain bike and VTTAE enthusiasts. - Helmets must be worn, minors must be accompanied by an adult, and a brasucade will be served at the finish. - Opening times : - 8am to 9am ? Start of the Grand Course - 9 am to 10 am ? Family trail starts - Registration : - 13 € - 15 € on site - 5 € for children under 12
L'Écologie Populaire
- On 18 july 2024
- FREE - how to register on our website : http://domainederestinclieres.herault.fr - Animation : Popular ecology (Nourishing trees) - 18/07/2024 from 6pm to 11pm - During the Festival de Thau - Mèze - from 7 years old - No registration required - Hosting association : lafi bala - 07 81 61 20 81 - lafibala@lafibala.org - Animation-stand visualization workshop on current ecology, ongoing struggles, unresolved issues ? - Meeting place : Festival de Thau, Mèze - This activity is offered as part of the "Hérault Nature" program of environmental activities and discovery, a partnership between the Département de l'Hérault and the COOPERE 34 network. The Hérault is yours for the taking ! - Don't want to miss out on any of the Maison départementale de l'Environnement events ? Domaine de Restinclières : subscribe to our newsletter in just a few clicks : https://domainederestinclieres.herault.fr/1081-inscription-a-la-newsletter.htm - Discover the Domaine de Restinclières - Prades -le-Lez : - the advantages of the domaine de restinclieres : - - 240 hectares of sensitive natural areas (ENS) - - Open 7 days a week - - Free parking - - Playground - - Picnic areas - - Various hiking and walking trails - - Free access to all facilities - - Year-round entertainment
Le Secret des Zones Humides
- On 19 july 2024
- FREE - how to register on our website : http://domainederestinclieres.herault.fr - Animation : The secret of wetlands - 19/07/2024 from 6pm to 11pm - During the Festival de Thau - Mèze - from 5 years old - No registration required - Hosting association : ARDAM - 04 67 51 00 53 - Wetlands are everywhere in our territory. They are brimming with riches and represent a real solution to global warming. On this stand, we'll be introducing you to the wonderful powers of wetlands. - Meeting point : Festival de Thau, Mèze - This event is part of the "Hérault Nature" program of environmental activities and discovery, a partnership between the Département de l'Hérault and the COOPERE 34 network. The Hérault is yours for the taking ! - Don't want to miss out on any of the Maison départementale de l'Environnement events ? Domaine de Restinclières : subscribe to our newsletter in just a few clicks : https://domainederestinclieres.herault.fr/1081-inscription-a-la-newsletter.htm - Discover the Domaine de Restinclières - Prades -le-Lez : - the advantages of the domaine de restinclieres : - - 240 hectares of sensitive natural areas (ENS) - - Open 7 days a week - - Free parking - - Playground - - Picnic areas - - Various hiking and walking trails - - Free access to all facilities - - Year-round entertainment
Identifiez et Dessinez les Animaux de la Lagune !
- On 19 july 2024
- FREE - how to register on our website : http://domainederestinclieres.herault.fr - Animation : Identify and draw the animals of the lagoon ! - 19/07/2024 from 6pm to 11pm - During the Festival de Thau - Mèze - ages 5 and up - No registration required - Hosting association : CPIE Bassin de Thau - 04 67 24 07 55 - s.perchec@cpiebassindethau.fr - Species of the pond. Learn to recognize the characteristics of the pond's animal and plant species by drawing them in pencil, watercolor and pastel. For all ages. - Meeting point : RDV on the Festival de Thau site, park in the festival parking lots - This event is part of the "Hérault Nature" program of environmental activities and discovery, a partnership between the Département de l'Hérault and the COOPERE 34 network. The Hérault is yours for the taking ! - Don't want to miss out on any of the Maison départementale de l'Environnement events ? Domaine de Restinclières : subscribe to our newsletter in just a few clicks : https://domainederestinclieres.herault.fr/1081-inscription-a-la-newsletter.htm - Discover the Domaine de Restinclières - Prades -le-Lez : - the advantages of the domaine de restinclieres : - - 240 hectares of sensitive natural areas (ENS) - - Open 7 days a week - - Free parking - - Playground - - Picnic areas - - Various hiking and walking trails - - Free access to all facilities - - Year-round entertainment
Se Soigner Avec les Plantes de Notre Territoire
- On 20 july 2024
- FREE - how to register on our website : http://domainederestinclieres.herault.fr - Animation : Treating yourself with plants from our region - 20/07/2024 from 6pm to 11pm - During the Festival de Thau - Mèze - open to the public - No registration required - Hosting association : Les Secrets de la Nature - ceciliatetard@gmail.com - 06 52 64 32 21 - Come and learn how to make recipes with local plants ! - Meeting point : RDV on the Festival de Thau site, park in the festival parking lots - This event is part of the "Hérault Nature" program of environmental activities and discovery, a partnership between the Département de l'Hérault and the COOPERE 34 network. The Hérault is yours for the taking ! - Don't want to miss out on any of the Maison départementale de l'Environnement events ? Domaine de Restinclières : subscribe to our newsletter in just a few clicks : https://domainederestinclieres.herault.fr/1081-inscription-a-la-newsletter.htm - Discover the Domaine de Restinclières - Prades -le-Lez : - the advantages of the domaine de restinclieres : - - 240 hectares of sensitive natural areas (ENS) - - Open 7 days a week - - Free parking - - Playground - - Picnic areas - - Various hiking and walking trails - - Free access to all facilities - - Year-round entertainment
Des Graines et des Insectes
- On 20 july 2024
- FREE - how to register on our website : http://domainederestinclieres.herault.fr - Animation : Seeds and insects - 20/07/2024 from 6pm to 11pm - During the Festival de Thau - Mèze - from 5 years old - No registration required - Hosting association : CPIE Bassin de Thau - 04 67 24 07 55 - s.perchec@cpiebassindethau.fr - Through various educational workshops, you'll learn how pollination works, and how insects play a part in this phenomenon. The seeds that are formed play an important role. Come and discover all their secrets ! - Meeting point : RDV on the Festival de Thau site, park in the festival parking lots - This event is part of the "Hérault Nature" program of environmental activities and discovery, a partnership between the Département de l'Hérault and the COOPERE 34 network. The Hérault is yours for the taking ! - Don't want to miss out on any of the Maison départementale de l'Environnement events ? Domaine de Restinclières : subscribe to our newsletter in just a few clicks : https://domainederestinclieres.herault.fr/1081-inscription-a-la-newsletter.htm - Discover the Domaine de Restinclières - Prades -le-Lez : - the advantages of the domaine de restinclieres : - - 240 hectares of sensitive natural areas (ENS) - - Open 7 days a week - - Free parking - - Playground - - Picnic areas - - Various hiking and walking trails - - Free access to all facilities - - Year-round entertainment
Les Estivales de Thau à Mèze
- On 8 august 2024
- Come and take part in the Estivales, wine and local produce discovery evenings. Various exhibitors will be delighted to present their specialties and local products. You'll find tielles, shellfish, cakes, chocolates, ice creams… In a musical atmosphere. Free admission
Balade Nature : Petit Monde de la Nuit à Mèze Avec le Cpie
- On 27 august 2024
- Brasserie La Plage (à côté)
- But what happens in nature after dark ? After a convivial picnic where we'll introduce you to the different nocturnal species of our territory, set off to discover a world where the day begins at dusk. - Presentation CPIE : The aim of the association is to develop and promote initiatives for the ecological transition of the region. - The richness of the association comes from its networking with members ½uvrant in varied and complementary fields such as environmental education and sustainable development (EEDD), culture, training, agriculture, shellfish farming, fishing, biodiversity, scientific mediation, or discovery through outdoor sports. - Practical information : - Bring weather-appropriate clothing and water. - PRM access : animation with some walking to get to various points - Possibility of bringing a picnic - Recommended for ages 9 and up "