Lansargues is a commune of the Hérault, in the region Occitanie, 7 km southwest of Lunel.
Its territory of 18 km² is located between the foothills of the Cévennes in the north and the banks of the gold pond, south, vast water plan of 3000 hectares and separated from the Mediterranean by a dune cord.
In the heart of Little Camargue, the locality was occupied from ancient times, but the village, in the north of the territory, developed in the Middle Ages, then depending on Baronnie de Lunel.
The southern part of the municipality was long covered with vineyards, arboriculture and market gardening that took over the twentieth century. As for the lands close to the gold pond, marshy, their landscape obviously evokes the Camargue.
Count now nearly 3200 inhabitants, Lansargues highlights its heritage, its singular environment and its attachment to Camargue traditions (manades, taurines races). A stage of interest near other major sites and coastal stations.
In terms of the heritage and urban landscape, the village of Lansargues has retained a historic center with undeniable charm, with old alleys sometimes covered with porches, and several sites and buildings of interest.
This is the case of his church dedicated to Saint-Martin, of Romanesque origin, but which was very affected during the wars of religion. Rewormed summarily, it was enlarged to accommodate the faithful of the adjacent parishes (Gothic chapel north of the nave then chapel south, addition of stands). Ultimately the bishop of Montpellier ordered the edification of a new church in 1701. This was completed around 1740, in a classic style, the new bell tower sitting on the bases of the medieval bell tower. It should be noted that it became owned by the municipality only in 1970, inhabitants who collectively bought it back to the revolution. It houses a stone altarpiece and the Roman carved decor has been taken over the original building.
To be seen again, the town hall that has been daring on the basis of the former Baltard halls, the town hall place itself having been repeatedly reworked.
The old cooperative cellar, which was one of the most important in the region, also deserves a look, the second building inscribed in the inventory besides the church being the arenas: they were arranged in the early twentieth century In the very center of the village, after the sale of a house and its dependencies which included a rectangular courtyard. An oval trail, forums and lockers completed the equipment. Shaded, enclosed in the city, these arenas welcome spring bulls and traditional Camargue events in the autumn. Information at +33 4 67 86 72 05.
Finally, still in terms of heritage, the picturesque huts located on the lands bordering the pond of gold exist since the 17th century. Remanied or rebuilt since then, these huts that were mainly used by fishermen are now places of accreditation or shelters dedicated to the hunters.
On the cultural level, the Library of the Commune offers many animations throughout the year: meetings, dedications, readings, exhibitions. Information at +33 4 67 86 70 81.
Sport side, a part of tennis is conceivable by reserving a short at the local club (contact at +33 6 10 33 11 28).
Camargue requires, equestrian sport is also in the spotlight in the municipality, for horse walks or riding courses. The combinations of Roncevaux are available (attach on +33 6 08 46 13 41), the stable of the clausade (contact at +33 6 16 90 07 93) and the stables of Lansargues (information at +33 4 67 86 36 72).
For pedestrian hikes, the plain south of the village and the surroundings of the pond are particularly pleasant. We can follow the banks of the canal that connected the village and the wineries to the pond, to transport the wine production, but also to discover the carpillon site, close to the canal, where walkers and fishermen are at the party around this Verdoyant water plane.
For fishermen, inquire about regulation on +33 6 83 52 96 61.
For hikers, maps and information on trails and loops available in the town and surroundings at +33 4 67 71 01 37.
Finally, for the pleasures of swimming or relaxing, the swimming pool of Lansargues has swimming pools, fun equipment (gooseneck, whirlpool, swimming against current) and a wooden outside beach. Information at +33 4 67 12 80 51.
The market takes place all year round on Tuesdays and Thursdays on Saint-Jean Square and highlights local terroir scents.
In July, on the occasion of the National Day, the torchlight retirement, fireworks and musical evening on the Saint-Jean square on the 13 in the evening, and the 14, aperitif on the square, animations and races Camarguaises.
In July again, every Saturday night, concerted on the square.
During the week of August 15, traditional animations loyal to Camarguaus culture (Abrivados, Bandidos, Ferrade, lunches in the meadows, blessing horses and Camargue race), musical animations and concert at the church.
