Holiday rentals and lettings in Valras-Plage

If you are thinking of a nice seaside town to spend your next holidays, Valras-Plage is definitely a great choice. Enjoy a stay in this pretty seaside destination and pick a holiday rental at the beachfront or a bit more in the centre. Everything is within walking distance, so wherever you stay it will be easy to visit the main highlights in town.

Have you chosen your holiday rental in Valras-Plage? Most of them will give you nice sea views from the balcony or the terrace. Enjoy them as you have a nice al fresco dining or a lazy afternoon after lunch. Some lettings allow pets so if you are travelling with them, they can also enjoy the stay! Holiday rentals in Valras-Plage can accommodate from two to eight people in nice spaces decorated in soft colours with open floor layouts, all the amenities you need, a swimming pool and some of them have a little garden.

Valras-Plage is a modern seaside resort that used to be a fishing village within Hérault, in France. Nestled on the mouth of river Orb, the town preserves the essence of yesteryear with its traditional buildings from the early 1900s, the casino and the covered market. Tourists flock here every year to enjoy the beach, the numerous events, the marina, the casino, the wide range of water sports and of course, its cuisine!

Valras-Plage offers lots of activities for you to do during summer months. Its location in Occitane makes it a good place to go on day trips to neighbouring towns including Béziers, Montpellier and Narbonne. Its railway network allows you to move easily but if you have your own car you can drive from town to town. Valras-Plage offers not just beach time and water sports but preserved nature, nautical activities and, outdoor activities for the whole family.

Let the sea wash away your taste buds with some delicious Grusissane and Leucate oysters. Enjoy a tilliesétoise, a delicious pie filled with octopus and tomato. The stew with monkfish, veggies and alioli called bourride sétoise is very much appreciated in the region and if you pair it with an AOC wine it will taste even better! The petit pâté de Pézenas is a sweet and savoury golden pie filled with minced mutton that is usually paired with a rosé wine or a Frontignan Muscat.

The beaches and the banks of the river draw tourists to town every year. Between June and September, the beaches are packed with lots of activities and water sports including water skiing and kitesurfing. The beaches are a great attraction for those looking for sun, sand and the Mediterranean Sea. Valras Mouettes Beach is a very fine sandy beach with beautiful views of Valras-Plage. Orpellières is an untamed beach also called the Sea and Sun beach and it is part of a nature reserve with beautiful sand dunes. Casino Beach or Central Beach are also popular choices amongst locals and tourists alike to relax and enjoy sunny days by the shore.

This old church dates back from the early 1910s. Its traditional architecture is blended with the modern structures around it. The Notre-Dame du Perpétuel Secours church is a rare remarkable building that is part of its history and fishermen are very attached to it. Visit during the day and admire its structure, the colours of the interior and a beautiful simplicity. At night you will notice the delicate lighting and the Mexican pediment.

Sailing on a boat is a great activity to do with the whole family. Enjoy a thrilling experience as the skipper sails away and stops in nice bathing spots to enjoy a dip into the Mediterranean waters, do some snorkelling or some SUP. A whole day out with friends or family to experience Valras-Plage from another perspective.

Embark on a cruise along the Canal du Midi for a nice meal or just a ride. Enjoy the views of the landscapes. An idyllic way of cruising the canal is by an electric boat ride you can manage by yourself and go under the Articles of Libron. The electric boats have capacity for 7 people.

The Canal du Midi is also a fantastic route for those who love riding a bike. You can rent a bike and cycle along the canal at your own pace or you can choose different packs offered by several agencies, from three to nine days, with detailed instructions, routes, bike safety, tire punctures and the transfers to your accommodations is also included.

Wine lovers will be in heaven in the peculiar and unique cellar of Saint-Chinian, with a concept of wine turned into art. You can admire great works from renowned artists. The inner tanks of the cellar are covered with frescoes from Laura Chaplin or Eric Fleury. Enjoy a wine tasting and get the taste of Languedoc!