Messidor
Naturist campground in Bouches-du-Rhône, France
Messidor is a clothing-optional campground in Bouches-du-Rhône, France. Average air temperatures peak in July at 25°C (76°F), and the best time to visit is July to August. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Le Vallon des Oiseaux (30 km (18 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Messidor
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Rain |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C | 48 mm |
| February | 6°C | 38 mm |
| March | 9°C | 40 mm |
| April | 12°C | 47 mm |
| May | 17°C | 47 mm |
| June | 22°C | 29 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 13 mm |
| August (best) | 24°C | 21 mm |
| September | 20°C | 50 mm |
| October | 15°C | 75 mm |
| November | 10°C | 94 mm |
| December | 6°C | 54 mm |
Visiting
- Website: messidor.fr
- Coordinates: 43.64417, 5.45658 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in France?
- First visit? Read what to expect at a naturist resort or club.
Naturist places near Messidor
- 1Le Vallon des Oiseaux naturist campground · Alpes-de-Haute-ProvenceClothing optional
- 2Les Olives clothing-optional hotel · Var · best December to OctoberClothing optional
- 3Verdon Provence naturist campground · Alpes-de-Haute-ProvenceNaturist only
- 4Les Lauzons naturist campground · Alpes-de-Haute-ProvenceClothing optional
- 5Plage naturiste des Pierres Tombées nude beach · Bouches-du-Rhône · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 6Queyrons nude beach · Bouches-du-Rhône · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 7Plage naturiste de Bonnieu nude beach · Bouches-du-Rhône · best June to SeptemberNaturist onlySea 22°C in August
- 8Plage de l’Arène nude beach · Bouches-du-Rhône · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
Status labels: Official · Naturist only · Clothing optional · Tolerated · Customary · Listed · Prohibited · Closed. Statuses come from open data and are not yet verified in person.
Frequently asked questions
Is Messidor clothing optional?
Messidor is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a site, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. NudistMap has not yet verified this status in person. You can check what applies in France before you go.
When is the best time to visit Messidor?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are July to August. July averages 25°C (76°F) and January 5°C (42°F).
What other naturist places are near Messidor?
The closest are Le Vallon des Oiseaux (30 km (18 mi)), Les Olives (39 km (24 mi)) and Verdon Provence (42 km (26 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.