Publication date: 01/01/24
Destinations to visit from Port Napoléon, heading west
Blue coast, Camargue coast, Amethyst coast, Vermeille coast... From Port Napoléon, in Port-Saint-Louis du Rhône, to the Spanish border, there's no shortage of destinations. Let's explore the possible stages from west to east, from the nearest to the furthest from our marina.
Saintes-Maries de la Mer
Just 31 nautical miles away, Les Saintes-Maries de la Mer is our first destination. The town has a picturesque atmosphere and a rich cultural heritage. The Church of the Saintes Maries, dear to the hearts of sailors, is well worth a visit. With a stopover in Les Saintes-Maries de la Mer, you can enjoy a lively market, excellent seaside restaurants and bullfighting shows in the town's famous arena. If you're interested in cultural visits, we recommend a visit to the Camargue Museum or the Pont de Gau ornithological park. Finally, if you're a nature lover, you'll be delighted by the Camargue National Nature Park and its famous pink flamingos.
Le Grau-du-Roi, la Grande-Motte and Palavas-les-Flots
Respectively 47, 49 and 52 nautical miles from Port Napoléon, the towns of Le Grau-du-Roi, La Grande-Motte and Palavas-les-Flots should also appeal to you on a Mediterranean cruise. Between them, they offer a wide range of activities, from discovering twentieth-century architecture to markets, beaches and other natural sites such as the Maguelone peninsula or the Etang de l'Or. And if the weather doesn't cooperate, indoor activities such as the Seaquarium or the Maison méditerranéenne des vins (Mediterranean Wine House) are also available!
Sète
Also known as the "Venice of Languedoc", Sète is an atypical stopover. Just 62 nautical miles to the west of Port Napoléon, the town and its many canals offer boaters the chance to get away from it all. The Môle Saint-Louis and the Espace Georges Brassens are not to be missed. Higher up, the Belvédère du Mont Saint-Clair offers a panoramic view of the city and the Mediterranean in the background...
Cap d'Agde
You've probably already heard of Cap d'Agde as a famous Mediterranean seaside resort. But did you know that in addition to its magnificent beaches, there's also an impressive nature reserve to discover? Just 70 nautical miles from Port Napoléon, the Bagnas reserve and its rich biodiversity are definitely worth a visit. Fort Brescou, the fishing village of Grau d'Agde and the Brescou islands, opposite Cap d'Agde, will convince you that a stopover is well worth a while.
Gruissan
Located 88 nautical miles away, the town of Gruissan is also easily accessible by motorboat or sailboat from Port Napoléon. Here again, there's plenty to do: visit the Maison de la Méditerranée (Mediterranean House), discover the Barberousse Tower or explore the destination's original alleyways... Looking for more of a nature walk? Don't worry: you should also enjoy your stopover in Gruissan, thanks to the surrounding beaches and ponds.
Leucate
Just 95 nautical miles from Port-Saint-Louis du Rhône and Port Napoléon, Leucate is a charming stopover. From the town to its beaches, via the lake, the great Leucate cliffs and the Castillon state forest, the destination boasts an impressive diversity of landscapes. You're sure to remember your visit...
Would you like to go to Leucate and leave your boat there? Our Mediterranean dry-stack marina Port Adhoc Leucate offers 300 berths in Leucate, on racks and in a secure, high-quality environment. In just five minutes, your boat can be out or in the water!
Further south, the Port Adhoc team at Port Barcarès marina can also make one of its 1,800 moorings available to your boat. An opportunity to discover the town for a stopover, or to settle into this beautiful destination all year round.
Banyuls-sur-Mer and Collioure
Just over 100 nautical miles from Port Napoléon, Banyuls-sur-Mer and Collioure are two popular destinations for boaters. The landscapes and special atmosphere inspire many artists every day! Banyuls-sur-Mer offers an immersion in nature, with its Mediterranean Garden and an exceptional underwater exploration trail , in the heart of a marine reserve. The town of Collioure, on the other hand, boasts a historic past, narrow streets and emblematic sites. The Château Royal, for instance, is well worth a visit.
Destinations from Port Napoléon, heading east
From Port-Saint-Louis du Rhône and Port Napoléon, you can also choose to sail eastwards, perhaps as far as the Italian border. On the Côte d'Azur, you'll also find some great ports of call!
Carry-le-Rouet
There are 16 nautical miles between Port Napoléon, at Port-Saint-Louis du Rhône, and the town of Carry-le-Rouet. Located in the heart of the Côte Bleue Marine Park, Carry-le-Rouet enjoys a privileged location: in the heart of a calanque and surrounded by pine trees! Visitors can easily explore the entire town center on foot, for shopping or visiting a number of cultural sites. You can also get away from the city for a stroll along the coast, relax on the beach or explore the nearby calanques.
Marseille
If you'd like to get to Marseille by boat, Port Napoléon in Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône is particularly well located. Just 25 nautical miles from Marseille, it's the ideal starting point for a short sail! When you stop off in downtown Marseille, you can discover the main sights on foot: the fish market on the quayside, Fort Saint-Jean, the Cathedral de la Major, the Panier district, the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilization... A visit to the islands of Frioul - Ratonneau, Pomègues and Tiboulen, opposite the city of Marseille, is also recommended for boaters.
La Ciotat
Just 40 nautical miles from Port Napoléon, La Ciotat is a town with a rich historical heritage, making it a particularly attractive stopover. Cultural visits, relaxing activities on the Grande plage (Great beach) or the Cyrnos beach, discovering the charming calanques of Saint-Pierre or Seynerolles... All the members of your crew should find something to suit their tastes in La Ciotat!
Bandol
The town of Bandol, 46 nautical miles from Port Napoléon, is a charming stopover easy to visit on foot. During your stopover, you can visit the town's weekly market, or explore the surrounding area along the coastal path. From land, you can access the Mediterranean Sea via several beaches, including those of Gorguette and Renécros. They're perfect for all kinds of water sports! Finally, opposite Bandol, you can disembark on the island of Bendor: a place renowned for its wine and spirits production.
Embiez Island
1 nautical mile further than Bandol, the Ile des Embiez is also one of France's most beautiful Mediterranean destinations. Situated in the heart of the Blue Coast Marine Park, it offers boaters the chance to discover magnificent, well-preserved natural landscapes. The Grand Rouveau lighthouse and salt marshes are just some of the highlights of your stay on the island, where you'll never be bored.
Toulon
From Port Napoléon, you can also consider a stopover in Toulon! Just 60 nautical miles from Port-Saint-Louis du Rhône, Toulon offers a wide range of activities. For instance, you can visit the Musée National de la Marine (National Maritime Museum), discover the Opera House - listed as a French historical monuments - or visit artists' galleries. Toulon is a historic and cultural stopover of choice on a Mediterranean cruise!
Hyères, the Giens peninsula and Porquerolles
Some 70 nautical miles from Port Napoléon, Hyères and the surrounding area should also appeal to you. This new stopover will enable you to explore even more beaches and coves, in the heart of the renowned Port-Cros National Park. In Hyères, on the Giens peninsula or on the island of Porquerolles, you can kayak, snorkel or hike, always in the heart of nature...
Fréjus and Saint-Raphaël
You'll need to sail 105 nautical miles to get to Fréjus and Saint-Raphaël. Don't worry about being disappointed by the trip: both towns are exceptional destinations, as much for idleness and gastronomy as for cultural sites. The Museum of Underwater Archaeology, for instance, welcomes boaters all year round.
Cannes and the Lérins Islands
Just 116 nautical miles from Port-Saint-Louis du Rhône and Port Napoléon, Cannes is particularly famous for its festival. With a stopover in the Mediterranean city, you can discover the city's grand hotels, stroll along the Chemin des Etoiles (Path of the Stars) and tread the Croisette yourself! The islands of Saint-Honorat and Sainte-Marguerite, commonly known as the Lérins Islands, are also within easy reach of Cannes, and are well worth a visit.
Antibes
Frequently referred to as the "Yachting Capital of the Mediterranean", Antibes offers a wide range of activities for boat enthusiasts. Just 123 nautical miles from Port Napoléon, you can explore the fortified town, visit the Picasso Museum or take a stroll along the coastal path, to discover marvellous views of the "Grande Bleue", the Mediterranean Sea.
Nice
At a distance of 130 nautical miles from Port Napoléon, Nice is one of the last French ports of call in the east of the country. Right on the Italian border, the destination abounds in attractions: a stroll through the Old Nice or along the Promenade des Anglais (the English Promenade), relaxation by the sea, a visit to the Matisse Museum, a stroll around the castle... No doubt you'll find something to keep you satisfied.
As you can see, Port Napoléon is one of our group's marinas and yachting harbours, ideally located for the most beautiful French port of call in the Mediterranean, from the Spanish to the Italian border! It welcomes all boaters wishing to store their units in the open air, ashore in a hangar or with a mooring afloat, and offers the very best services for yachting.
Visit our marina page at Port Napoléon now, and contact us if you have any queries. Whether you're looking to park your motorboat or sailboat for a short or long period, afloat or afloat, the Port Adhoc team will be happy to work with you to find the best solution.