The beach resort, La Grande-Motte, is just an hour from Uzes, near Montpelier. At first glance, it’s like seeing a piece of contemporary furniture among French antiques.
A Visit to La Grande-Motte
By all descriptions, La Grande-Motte is a modern, planned vacation home community. I wasn’t expecting to see such a place in this part of France. Perhaps around Nice. But not so close to Montpelier, a city that is so splendid and classically elegant. Nevertheless, the manicured walkways, golf courses, and harbor at the holiday site are very appealing.
A sailing regatta was underway the day I was visiting. Many of the famous boaters of France were participating.
A walk around the property leads to the promenade with shops and restaurants.
Dejeuner offers a wide selection of local fare.
La Grande-Motte, which boasts seven miles of sandy beach, offers a wide choice of accommodations. In season, I understand the resort is filled to near capacity.
Who can resist a walk or bike ride along this beautiful shoreline?
One of the best features to me is the proximity to one of my favorite places — the Camargue. Catamaran tours and 4×4 “safaris” into the marshlands of the Camargue are once-in-a-lifetime adventures that make La Grande-Motte a stop on my tour list.
