Meze: The Seafood Capital in Herault
Meze is a bountiful town in the Herault region of southern France. Many of the tourists who go to Sete and Montpellier pass by here first before continuing their journey. Prior to having its tourism potential recognized, it used to be a sleepy fishing town with abundant agricultural resources. It is most popularly known in the region for its delectable seafood cuisines, including pie-stuffed squid and oyster dishes.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit this town is during the month of July when it celebrates three events. These are the Bouletchou festival showcasing Meze’s rich heritage, Thau music festival, and St. Peter’s festival. Expect Meze accommodations to be full during this time, so book your reservation ahead of time.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Visitors can go to Etang de Thau to witness the shellfish and oyster farming in this seafood capital. Hotel De La Pyramide, a Mediterranean-inspired Meze accommodation on Lake Thau, offers easy access to this seafood hub. Kids will also surely love exploring the Dinosaur Museum, which features real dinosaur eggs excavated from the region. Hôtel La Côte Bleue is close to this tourist spot as well to Casino Balaruc-Les-Bains and the Sea Theatre.