Sète

The city extends along a narrow strip of land between the Mediterranean Sea and Thau Lagoon, connected by numerous canals and waterways.

The port of Sète, established in 1666 by Louis XIV, developed as a vital Mediterranean trading center through the construction of the Canal du Midi.

The maritime traditions of Sète influence local customs, with water jousting tournaments taking place during summer festivals along the Royal Canal.

The train station provides direct connections to Paris, Marseille, and Barcelona, while local buses operate throughout the city and neighboring communes.

Fishermen practice traditional methods of catching sea bream in the Mediterranean waters using frames of wooden poles called 'capéchades'.

Location: Hérault

Location: canton of Sète-1

Location: canton of Sète-2

Location: arrondissement of Montpellier

Location: Communauté d'agglomération du Bassin de Thau

Elevation above the sea: 9 m

Shares border with: Frontignan, Bouzigues, Loupian, Marseillan, Mèze

Address: 34200 Sète, France 34200 Sète

Phone: +33499047000

Website: https://sete.fr

GPS coordinates: 43.40444,3.69667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:20