Plage Maguelone
Nude beach in Hérault, France · also known as Plage de Maguelone
Plage Maguelone is a clothing-optional beach in Hérault, France. The sea is warmest in August at about 22°C (72°F) and coolest in February (12°C (53°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 25°C (76°F), and the best time to visit is June to August. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Plage naturiste de l'Espiguette (21 km (13 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Plage Maguelone
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C | 12°C | 52 mm |
| February | 7°C | 12°C | 39 mm |
| March | 10°C | 12°C | 48 mm |
| April | 13°C | 14°C | 59 mm |
| May | 17°C | 16°C | 49 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 19°C | 30 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 21°C | 20 mm |
| August (best) | 24°C | 22°C | 25 mm |
| September | 20°C | 20°C | 51 mm |
| October | 16°C | 18°C | 82 mm |
| November | 11°C | 16°C | 73 mm |
| December | 8°C | 14°C | 46 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: MAGUELONE EST - LE PREVOST
- Coordinates: 43.51469, 3.90180 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in France?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Naturist places near Plage Maguelone
- 1Plage naturiste de l'Espiguette nude beach · Gard · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 2Plage Jalabert nude beach · Hérault · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 3Terre de Soleil naturist campground · Hérault · best July to AugustClothing optional
- 4La Source Saint-Pierre naturist campground · Hérault · best July to AugustClothing optional
- 5Baie des cochons naturist park or area · Hérault · best July to AugustClothing optional
- 6Plage naturiste Cap d'Agde nude beach · Hérault · best June to AugustOfficialSea 22°C in August
- 7Village Naturiste Cap d'Agde nudist resort · Hérault · best November to SeptemberNaturist only
- 8Club Nature et Soleil de Sardan naturist campground · GardNaturist only
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 Plage Maguelone clothing optional?
Plage Maguelone is listed as "clothing optional" according to Hérault Tourisme (ADT 34): Top des plages naturistes de l'Hérault. Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. You can check what applies in France before you go.
When is the best time to visit Plage Maguelone?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to August. July averages 25°C (76°F) and January 7°C (45°F).
How warm is the water at Plage Maguelone?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 12°C (53°F) to 22°C (72°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Plage Maguelone?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (MAGUELONE EST - LE PREVOST) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Plage Maguelone?
The closest are Plage naturiste de l'Espiguette (21 km (13 mi)), Plage Jalabert (30 km (18 mi)) and Terre de Soleil (32 km (20 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Hérault Tourisme (ADT 34): Top des plages naturistes de l'Hérault (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.