Grande-Motte (La), La Grande-Motte

On the sands of the Gulf of Aigues-Mortes, the architect Jean Balladur created not only an entirely new seaside resort but a very distinctive town. The buildings in this resort are characterized by multi-colored pyramids and undulating curves. If the modernism often appears superficial and kitsch, this has not stood in the way of its success. Over thirty years later, the town welcomes around a 100,000 holiday-makers every year despite its steep prices. To keep them amused, the town offers an enormous range of facilities, including numerous golf courses, a casino, marinas and then, in the unlikely case that one has any spare time left, there are always the beaches.