Visit our Oyster Farm in Bouzigues

Dive into the world of Mediterranean oyster farming with Sebastian and Irene, your passionate oyster farmers

An authentic guided tour in the heart of the Thau Lagoon

Welcome to Le Cercle des Huîtres, our family oyster farm located in Bouzigues, the birthplace of oyster farming in the Thau Basin. We offer you an immersive and educational experience that plunges you into the fascinating daily life of Mediterranean oyster farming.

What makes our tour unique? Sebastian and Irene themselves are your guides. No hired guide, but your producers in person sharing their know-how, passion, and the secrets of an ancestral craft perpetuated with modernity and respect for the environment. For about 40 minutes, discover how our special Bouzigues oysters are born, grow, and refined, renowned for their iodized sweetness and characteristic hazelnut notes.

An authentic, friendly, and enriching experience that will delight the curious, food lovers, and all those who want to understand what lies behind their oyster platter.

Discover all the secrets of oyster farming in the Mediterranean

🌊 The oyster life cycle From natural reproduction to spat collection, understand how the adventure of our oysters begins in the waters of the Thau Lagoon.

 

🔨Production techniquesGluing, sorting, grading, exposure… discover the vocabulary and technical gestures that make the quality of our special oysters.

🌙Mediterranean tidal rhythmContrary to popular belief, the Mediterranean has tides! Learn how we artificially reproduce them to strengthen our oysters.

🌅Tour of the facilities Walk through our oyster farm, our cultivation tables, and observe our oysters at different growth stages, with a stunning view of the Thau Lagoon.

 

🦪 The specificity of Bouzigues Why do our oysters have such a particular taste? Discover the influence of the terroir, Mediterranean salt water, and our artisanal methods.

💬Exchanges and questionsTake advantage of this privileged moment to ask Sebastian and Irene all your questions. Their passion is contagious!

Production d'huîtres exondées sur l'étang de Thau à Bouzigues
Production d'huitres exondées à Bouzigues, étang de Thau
Production d'huitres exondées de Bouzigues
Production d'huitres exondées de Bouzigues

Choose the formula that suits you

Visit + Tasting

Discovery package

What’s included:

  • 40-minute guided tour with your oyster farmers
  • Commented tasting of our special Bouzigues oysters (hollow and/or flat)
  • Tasting tips and food and wine pairings
  • Convivial moment on our terrace facing the lagoon


Ideal for:
Discovering oyster farming and savoring the fruit of our producers’ work in an authentic setting.

Visit + Full Meal

Gourmet package

What’s included:

  • 40-minute guided tour with your oyster farmers
  • Complete meal highlighting seafood products
  • Regional wines available as an option
  • Lunch or dinner on our terrace facing the lagoon


Ideal for:
Extending the experience with a moment of sharing and gastronomy in a privileged setting.

Everything you need to know before your visit

📅Duration About 40 minutes guided tour, plus tasting or meal time depending on your package

🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒Number of participantsMinimum 10 people

👥Your guidesSebastian and Irene, passionate oyster farmers and owners of Le Cercle des Huîtres

🗣️LanguagesTours available in French, English, and Spanish

📍Meeting point Le Mas du Cercle des Huîtres 1001 Chemin de la Catonnière 34140 Bouzigues

Want to discover oyster production?

To organize your group visit, contact us by email or directly by phone.

Information to provide:

  • Desired date (+ alternative date)
  • Number of participants
  • Type of group (company, school, individuals, tour operator)
  • Desired package (visit + tasting or visit + meal)
  • Specific needs or special requests


We will respond within 48 hours with a detailed and personalized quote.

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Reservation request

The tasting is currently closed.
We will reopen in February.

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