Marseillan is a pretty little town on the southern end of the Bassin de Thau in the Languedoc region of France. Once upon a time it was a flourishing fishing centre, but it now lies all but forgotten, ignored by the majority of tourists who flock to the beaches of the newer, purpose-built resort of Marseillan-Plage. We love to visit Marseillan, though, and like the fact that it is never too crowded, even in the height of summer.
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The town centre
The town itself is very picturesque with its ancient buildings and attractive wall art. Many of the houses date from the 12th century and there has been virtually no new building in the heart of the town since the 1600s. There are several eye-catching artists’ studios in the back streets. On Tuesdays, the town comes alive with a vibrant and eclectic street market.
The port
The evocative old port dates from Roman times. One of our favourite things to do on a rare day off is to have lunch in one of the seafood restaurants which line the port. For Mark (I’m allergic, unfortunately!), a seafood platter, made up of oysters, mussels and prawns cultivated in the Bassin de Thau, is a real treat, especially when it’s washed down with a bottle of local Picpoul.
It’s easy to while away a few hours people watching and soaking up the atmosphere in this laid-back town. A visit to the Noilly Prat distillery is a must, too!
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