La Grande Motte
La Grande Motte,
like no other...
Few cities can boast an architectural identity as homogeneous as the captivating Grande Motte. Conceived as a work of art, in the imagination of Jean Balladur, visionary architect and creator of the Hôtel Le Quetzal, the Grande Motte is immediately identifiable at a glance, and this singularity contributes to its influence. But behind its symbolic façades, inspired by pre-Columbian pyramids, there is also – and above all – a city with a heart that beats throughout the year, a green, open and welcoming city, a sunny and dynamic city turned towards the Mediterranean and the thousand of nautical pleasures it offers. Come and discover La Grande Motte, a city like no other!
Nature City
Designated on the World Heritage List of the 20th century, the Grande Motte is not only visionary in its architecture, but also in its investment in ecology and respect for biodiversity. Green spaces, flower beds, lush vegetation, trees and shrubs are omnipresent within the territory and accentuate this very South American dimension desired by its designer.
- 70 % of the territory occupied by green spaces and natural areas
- A scientific project for the restoration of Mediterranean sea grass beds
• 25 km of pedistrian and cyclist routes. - A commitment to save Mediterranean turtles
Leisure City
Restaurants, thalassotherapy, golf, tennis, shows and entertainment at the new casino (concerts, plays, poker tournament) or simply the beach (7 km of fine sand at your disposal): at La Grande Motte, leisure is king, both sporting and cultural. The city is indeed the scene of must-see events, such as Les Nuits d’Or and their pyromelodic fires, Les Nuits de Scène and their open-air concerts, air shows, carnival and many other surprises. So many festive occasions and unique moments to share with family, friends… Or all together.
- Guide to leisure activity at la Grande motte : https://www.lagrandemotte.com/loisirs/
- The day-to-day agenda: https://www.lagrandemotte.com/au-jour-le-jour/
- Sport activities: https://www.lagrandemotte.com/activites-sportives/
Nautical City
- A Nautical Centre, the CEM (Centre d’Entraînement en Méditerranée) for learning about ocean racing, one of the very few ports in the process of being enlarged, a very active Yacht-Club, an international recognition for overseas catamarans,
- A varied offering of leisure and water sports: Kite Surf, Stand-Up Paddle, rowing, sailing, jet-ski etc.
- Major nautical events: International Multihull Boat Show…
Gastronomic city
At La Grande Motte, gourmets and lovers of good food are in for a treat. Traditional restaurants offering many specialities, beach restaurants, wine and tapas bars, creperies, ice cream parlours, etc. All culinary desires will be fulfilled in an invariably relaxed and smiling atmosphere.
To access the entire gastronomic and culinary offer of La Grande Motte.
