Plage de Mateille, Mediterranean beach in Gruissan, France
Plage de Mateille is a Mediterranean beach in Gruissan stretching roughly 1.2 kilometers and featuring fine sand with the Étang de Mateille lagoon visible nearby. This natural lagoon shapes the character of the shoreline and the surrounding landscape.
The beach formed over centuries through sediment accumulation, creating a natural barrier between the lagoon and the sea. This geological process continues to shape the area's character today.
The northern section hosts a naturist area, showing the region's openness to this practice. You can observe how this use is woven into the beach's daily rhythm.
Free parking is available directly near the beach, and a lifeguard station operates at the western end during summer. Note that vehicles are permitted on the sand during certain periods, especially in June.
The beach permits vehicles to drive directly onto the sand during certain periods, particularly in June. This unusual practice sets it apart from most other Mediterranean beaches in the region.
Location: Gruissan
Address: Beach Mateille, France
GPS coordinates: 43.12656,3.13791
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:26
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