Visit Etang de Canet-Saint-Nazaire
Canet-en-Roussillon 2.5 hrs
Discover the protected lagoon, home to flamingos and diverse birdlife.
Where to stay
Hotels in Canet
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At a glance
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
French and Catalan
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Canet Plage
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Paella Catalane
Tapas
Bouillabaisse
Crème Catalane
When to visit Canet
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan30
Cool, quiet
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Feb35
Cool, some sun
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Mar50
Mild, warming up
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Apr70
Pleasant, fewer crowds
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May80
Warm, sunny
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Jun90
Hot, busy
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Jul95
Very hot, peak crowds
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Aug95
Very hot, peak crowds
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Sept85
Warm, pleasant
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Oct65
Mild, cooler evenings
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Nov40
Cool, quiet
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Dec30
Cold, festive
Things to do in Canet
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Watersports at Canet Port
Port de Canet 2 hrs
Try paddleboarding, jet-skiing, or sailing from the marina.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Stroll the Promenade
Canet Plage 2 hrs
Walk along the lively beachfront promenade with shops and cafes.
Explore Perpignan Old Town
Perpignan 4 hrs
Wander through the historic streets of the former Kingdom of Majorca's capital.
Taste Roussillon Wines
Roussillon 3 hrs
Sample local wines at a vineyard in the surrounding Roussillon region.
Best in the evening
1 place
Enjoy a Seafood Dinner
Canet Plage 2 hrs
Savor fresh seafood and local Catalan specialties at a beachfront restaurant.
Any time of day
1 place
Relax on Canet Plage
Canet Plage 3 hrs
Enjoy the expansive sandy beach and Mediterranean sun.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Canet
Straight-line distance from the centre of Canet.
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