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Plage du Lazaret has BeachFinder Score: 90/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Plage du Lazaret
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Quick answer: Plage du Lazaret today
Plage du Lazaret is a BeachFinder spot in FR-MED, FR. Today, compare water temperature 27°C, wind 3 km/h · SW, uv 7.0, waves 0.3 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 90/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
27°C
Wind
3 km/h · SW
UV
7.0
Waves
0.3 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 11, 07:45 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 90/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 11, 07:45 PM
Water temp
27°C
Air temp
29°C
Feels like
32°C
UV index
7.0
Wind
3 km/h · SW
Gust 10 km/h
Waves
0.3 m
Current
0 km/h · S
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Plage du Lazaret
Plage du Lazaret stretches along the Hérault Mediterranean coast, a few kilometers east of Sète. This sandy stretch of coast is part of a succession of small beaches that dot the shoreline between the Thau lagoon and the open sea, characterized by shallow depths and a gradual bathymetry typical of this region of Languedoc. The area, dominated by coastal pine forests and remnants of old port facilities, retains the atmosphere of a coast still partially preserved from large tourist developments. The beach consists of fine, light sand, exposed to westerly winds and moderate Mediterranean swells. Unlike Plage de la Corniche, located just 0.5 km away and more frequented, Lazaret offers less direct access and retains a more discreet character. Plage de la Nau, 0.8 km away, marks one of the natural boundaries of the area, while Plage de la Fontaine (1 km) and Les Quilles (1.3 km) complete this string of small sandy coves. The shore remains relatively narrow, with a poorly developed backshore, giving the place a certain intimacy despite its proximity to its neighbors. No major facilities are reported on site: no documented toilets, showers, parking, or dining options. The beach is not Blue Flag certified and does not have surveillance. Access is not adapted for people with reduced mobility. The policy regarding dogs is not provided.
About this spot
The name « Lazaret » refers to the medical and maritime history of the Languedoc coast. Lazarettos, quarantine stations intended to isolate ships suspected of carrying plague or other epidemics, dotted the Mediterranean coastlines from the 16th to the 19th century. The one in Sète, established to control port traffic, left its mark on local toponymy. The beach bearing this name preserves the memory of this ancient sanitary function, while the area remains marked by traces of former port facilities and installations related to maritime trade that structured this Languedoc coast.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Plage du Lazaret today?
27°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Plage du Lazaret today?
3 km/h · SW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Plage du Lazaret?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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