Top 5 must-sees in Gruissan

Gruissan, a town punctuated by fine sand and natural landscapes, is brimming with must-see places when you visit. We've put together a selection of 5 not-to-be-missed places to visit on your trip to Gruissan!

1 - Stilt cottages

We start this TOP with the iconic Chalets sur pilotis de Gruissan. There are no fewer than 1,400 cottages located along the Gruissan beach. These cabins were used by fishermen for their work. They stored their fishing gear and some even slept in them. These cottages became famous thanks to the film "37°2 le matin". It's a unique place not to be missed during your stay in Gruissan.
Calm and conviviality are the rhythm of these chalets on stilts

2 - The Barbarossa Tower

One of the must-sees when visiting Gruissan is, of course, the Tour Barberousse. This listed building is all that's left of an ancient castle.
Perched 35 m above sea level, it's a great place to take a stroll until you reach the heights of the Tour. You'll find an unbeatable panorama and a magnificent view of the whole town, the pond, the port and the salt marshes.
Arrived at the level of the tower, it's the perfect moment to admire and immortalize the landscape that this place offers you.

3 - Le Salin de l'île Saint-Martin

Are you visiting Gruissan? Don't miss the opportunity to discover the salt pans on Île Saint-Martin. This is where Gruissan sea salt is extracted. Right in the heart of the Narbonnaise Regional Nature Park, spread over more than 400 hectares, you'll have the chance to see this natural spectacle.

Take advantage of this exceptional setting to discover salt cultivation and oyster farming. Take a stroll around this unique site, with guided tours available on foot or by electric scooter.

4 - The port of Gruissan

Gruissan is Occitanie's only working port village...

Gruissan's marina is one of the town's must-see spots. It is considered one of the major maritime bases in the Mediterranean, with a capacity of 1,650 yachts. The port has also been awarded the "clean ports" and "blue flag" labels, and is developing sustainable development projects such as the Gruissan eco-station. Numerous shops liven up the port of Gruissan.

It's a must-see when you come to the town!

5 - The Massif de la Clape

Not far from the village of Gruissan lies the Massif de la Clape. This beautiful and relaxing place will amaze you with the beauty of its landscapes. It's the perfect place to take a breath of fresh air and recharge your batteries. The Massif de la Clape is a protected area covering almost 15,000 hectares, with a highest point at 214 m.

It's the perfect sport for nature lovers. On the beautiful paths of the Massif de la Clape, lovely walks or mountain bike rides can be enjoyed.