Camping Les Tamaris

Perhaps unsurprisingly, you’re in a good spot for watersports here, with kitesurfing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, sailing and scuba diving among the options out at sea or on the lake. It’s also worth taking a walk around the saltwater lakes to see what kind of birds are in residence – at certain times of year you may spot flamingoes. For a more cultural day out, head over to Sète, 15 minutes’ drive from the site, to peruse the art galleries – Espace Georges Brassens is highly recommended, as is the Paul Valéry Museum, which also has some fab views from its hillside gardens. While you’re here, see if you can catch a show or concert at the open-air Théâtre de la Mer Jean Vilar. Half an hour’s drive away, the elegant city of Montpellier makes another excellent place for a day out. There are some fab restaurants and museums here, and the car-free historic centre is great for wandering around in, or touring by tram (they were designed by Christian Lacroix, darling – ooh la la).