The Verdisses nature reserve, located between Agde and Vias, is a 650-hectare wet coastal plain bordered by the Canal du Midi, the Mediterranean and the Hérault river. It is unique for its hydraulic network, which includes numerous roubines and artesian wells that feed the land and encourage exceptional biodiversity. The area boasts a rich fauna, with remarkable species such as the European pond terrapin, a small freshwater turtle, and the European bee-eater, a bird with colourful plumage.
In 2013, a Périmètre de Protection des Espaces Agricoles et Naturels Périurbains (PAEN) was launched, with the aim of preserving the natural heritage, managing water resources and reintroducing environmentally-friendly farming.
Discover this natural area by taking the ‘Le tour des verdisses’ walk, a 12km loop starting from Agde.
