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Sights and landmarks in Bouzigues

22 sights worth seeing in Bouzigues: landmarks, galleries, monuments and viewpoints.

Ranked with the travel guide's picks and well-known places first.

Pavillon Sévigné, Bouzigues
Photo: Mirek237, CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

Sights and landmarks in Bouzigues

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    Musée de l'Étang de Thau

    Interesting museum all about life in and on the Étang de Thau in all its forms. The first part of the exhibition charts the history of the shellfish industry in Bouzigues from the 19th century to present, including many artefacts from fishermen past and present. If the subsequent aquarium of étang marine life, complete with cooking suggestions for each of the species displayed, seems a bit farcical, you will enjoy the third part of the visit much more. This is a rather in-depth look at the biology of the étang, with a focus on conservation and finding a balance which works for wildlife, the fishing industry and tourists equally. The museum is kid-friendly, and most of the information panels contain translations in English and German.

    Open Feb–Nov, generally Tue–Sun 10:00–12:00 and 14:00–18:00, with some seasonal variationAdults €5, children €3.50, under 8 years free

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    Fishing port and marina

    Port de pêche et port de plaisance

    The town's delightful little harbour should be the focus of your visit. Traditional wooden fishing boats are moored alongside flashier-looking yachts and all sorts of pleasurecraft. There are four different jetties to walk down, each with its own character and slightly different view. Take a wander past the colourful shack on the easternmost quay nearest the plage des Pyramides; you might see the boat repairman in his blue overalls pottering about on the various crafts under his care, not really working as such, but looking, listening, musing at what needs doing, and often pausing to greet passersby.

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    Ferme Zoo

    Cute little petting zoo that is home to all sorts of cuddly critters - goats, pigs, donkeys, deer, cows, emus, llamas - and their equally friendly keepers. Onsite, there are a picnic area and children's playground.

    July-Augː Tue–Sun 10ː00–19ː00; Sept-Junː Wed, Sat, Sun, bank holidays 14ː00–18ː00. On rainy days, phone to verify openingAdults and children over 11 €6, children aged 2-11 €4, under 2 free. Free cup of feed for every child; additional cups €0.50. Cash only

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    Musée du Sapeur-Pompier

    Firefighters' Museum

    A hidden gem of an attraction run by volunteers who are themselves firefighters. The museum is home to a great many objects associated with the Pompiers (helmets, uniforms, fire engines) from 1780 to the present day.

    Guided tours in French, upon arrangementFree; donations welcome

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    Old Bouzigues

    Discover the pretty backstreets and squares of the old town, admiring the colourful buildings which press in on either side. Try not to miss the old on chemin des Aiguilles, or the charming little on the south side of the town church, rue Jean Jaurès. The (Église Saint-Jacques le Majeur, daily 10:00–19:00. Free.) merits a look inside, as it is the final resting place of the feudal lords of Bouzigues. Finally, if you're standing on, and wondering why half of the square is 2 m higher than the other half, it is because this was the original harbour; where people and traffic now pass through was once underwaterǃ Take care on some of the narrower streets, as some drive their vehicles recklessly fast.

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    Hommage à Joseph-Michel Mongolfier

    Joseph-Michel Mongolfier est mort en 1810 à Balaruc, cette fresque lui rend hommage

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    Pavillon Sévigné

    Rue Romaine

    Built 1753

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    Promenade Georges Brassens

    Balaruc, cabane de Lolo Spinosi avec Brassens et Dali

  9. SeeRuins

    Basilique gallo-romaine de Balaruc-les-Bains

    Heritage listed

  10. SeeMonument

    Port de Plaisance de Bouzigues

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    Aire de Loupian Sud

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    Athéna

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    La Trémie

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    La cabane de Lolo

    La cabane de Lolo Spinosi, trompe l'oeil réaliste

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    Le Monde

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    Médiathèque Olympe de Gouges

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    Métapher Musique I

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    Notre-Dame-des-Eaux

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    Point de vue

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    Point de vue sur le lac

  21. SeeHistoric site

    Promenade des Remparts

  22. SeePublic art

    Stèle

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Bouzigues (CC BY-SA 4.0). Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Place data from Overture Maps.