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Mediterranean Lighthouse
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Tobias
May 26, 2020
Cycling
The Phare de la Méditerranée was once used as a water tower, but today you can not only drink there, but also enjoy excellent food - at a height of 45 metres there is a revolving restaurant from which you can overlook the entire area.
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Olivier
September 19, 2026
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The Phare de la Méditerranée is one of the emblematic monuments of Palavas-les-Flots, but its history is surprising to say the least: it has never been a lighthouse. At this location, the Redoute de Ballestras once stood, a military structure built in the 18th century to defend the port. After its defensive function was abandoned, the redoubt was integrated into several facilities intended to supply Palavas with drinking water. In 1943, a large concrete water tower was built around the existing structures and operated until 1997.
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Andreas Sommer
February 26, 2025
Cycling
Visit the restaurant or bar on the top floors of the tower. (Entry fee: €3)
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