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The Top 20 Lakes around Montpellier

Looking to visit the best lakes around Montpellier? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Montpellier’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: November 29, 2025

Between the Étang du Méjean and the Étang de l'Arnel

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A beautiful stretch of cycle path between the two lakes "Étang du Méjean" and "Étang de l'Arnel". If you're lucky, you might even spot a few flamingos in the shallow waters of the lakes.

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Salines de Villeneuve Nature Reserve

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In every season a wonderful way through the vastness of the former salt pans with their countless canals and lakes, which are an ideal breeding and feeding area for waterfowl …

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Lovely view of the Étang de Pérols

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Here, there is a small bench to rest on, enjoying a lovely view of the Pérols pond and a flowerbed for a welcome break.

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Vic Pond

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The Vic pond is one of the treasures of the Camargue. Surrounded by vast expanses of marshes, green meadows and reed beds, it is home to incredible biodiversity. You can observe pink flamingos, herons and horses galloping freely.

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Along the Étang de Vic (Rhône–Sète Canal)

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Hello. I cycled the section between Palavas and Frontignan-Plage yesterday.
There are no more construction sites/obstructions.

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Lake Cécélès

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To see but be careful because the Lake is paying in season for cars and people wishing to cool off ... some private paths also in the surroundings ...

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Promenade Georges Brassens – Laurent Spinosi

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This pedestrian walk, accessible to cyclists (at a moderate pace), allows you to enjoy beautiful views of Sète and the pond.
A few frescoes illustrating the life of Georges Brassens …

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Bouzigues oyster farms and views of the Étang de Thau

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Bouzigues is a must for oyster lovers. Restaurant after restaurant are lined up along the pier. Here you should make sure that you go to a restaurant whose operator is …

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Along the Étang de l'Or

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easy walk on a car-free path, where we meet some fishermen and boats going up the lake.

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Stunning view of the Thau Lagoon and Sète

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Excellent view of the pond opposite Sète. The 60-kilometer cycle loop around the basin allows you to explore the largest pond in Occitanie up close.

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The Top 20 Lakes around Montpellier

Between the Étang du Méjean and the Étang de l'Arnel

Salines de Villeneuve Nature Reserve

Lovely view of the Étang de Pérols

Vic Pond

Along the Étang de Vic (Rhône–Sète Canal)

Lake Cécélès

Promenade Georges Brassens – Laurent Spinosi

Bouzigues oyster farms and views of the Étang de Thau

Along the Étang de l'Or

Stunning view of the Thau Lagoon and Sète

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