Harbour

Port de Carnon

4.2Mauguio, FranceLanguedoc-Roussillon
Maximum length
25 m
VHF channel
9
Maximum draught
2.5 m

Marina of 848 berths on the Languedoc coast, between the Étang de l'Or and the Mediterranean, in the commune of Mauguio.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Entrance between two jetties oriented south, straightforward approach from open sea. Swell sets in on strong SE winds. Maximum draught 2.5 metres. Fuel berth at the marina. Call the harbour office on VHF 9.

Practical

848 berths managed by the SPL Occitanie Ports. Diesel and petrol available. Water and electricity on pontoons. Shops and restaurants along the quays. Direct beach access on both sides of the harbour entrance.

Ashore

Étang de l'Or bird reserve 1 km to the north, flamingos and herons. Cycle path along the coast to La Grande-Motte 4 km east and Palavas-les-Flots 4 km west. Beach steps from the marina.

History

Carnon was built from the 1960s as part of the Racine plan, the state coastal development scheme that also created La Grande-Motte and Le Cap d'Agde.

Key facts

Type
Harbour
Coordinates
43.54475, 3.97397 (43°32.69'N 3°58.44'E)
Town
Mauguio
Country
France
Maximum draught
2.5 m
Maximum length
25 m
VHF channel
9
Boaters' rating
4.2/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Port de Carnon lies at 43°32.69'N 3°58.44'E, that is 43.54475, 3.97397 in decimal degrees. Call the harbour on VHF channel 9 before entering.

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Frequently asked questions

What boat length does Port de Carnon accept?

Port de Carnon accepts boats up to 25 m.

Which VHF channel for Port de Carnon?

Port de Carnon answers on VHF channel 9.

How do boaters rate Port de Carnon?

Port de Carnon is rated 4.2/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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