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Agde
On the Occitanie Rail Tour
Discover Agde
Located near the Mont Saint-Loup volcanic hill, Agde is also known as the “black pearl”. At the crossroads between the Hérault river and the Canal du Midi, Agde the Antique still boasts a picturesque town centre. You will see some fine evidence of the town's past, dating back to the time of ancient Greek trading posts.
A totally different world beckons in Cap d'Agde. The seaside resort, which has embraced the festive life and modernity since the 1970s, is a major tourist hub on the Mediterranean coast.
Must-see
Agde is notable for its rich historic heritage and for its famous seaside resort: a night lifer's paradise. Discover its highlights:
In Agde, you'll enjoy:
- Paddle-boarding or kayaking to discover the volcanic cliffs of Cap d'Agde.
- Sharing unforgettable moments at Aqualand Agde, Europe's largest water park.
- Embarking, in Agde, on a lunch cruise on a barge on the Canal du Midi.
- Plunging deep into the heart of the Grau d'Agde fish market for a peak behind the scenes of the fishing industry.
- Admiring the seabed around Fort du Brescou island on board the aquavision catamaran Cap Nemo.