Montpellier

Montpellier is young, sunny and open-minded. France’s first same-sex marriage took place here in May 2013 – and the city is still proud of it today.

The scene

Le Coxx is a modern gay bar behind old stone walls with a terrace and karaoke. At the flower market you can sit outside at Café de la Mer – for food during the day, and in the evening with an LGBT and young crowd.

When to go?

  • Early summer – Montpellier Pride: march and festival (check the date with the organisers).
  • Summer: the beaches of Palavas and Carnon are quick to reach.

Tours & activities in Montpellier

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Practical tips

  • The Écusson Old Town is car-free and ideal to explore on foot.
  • You can get to the sea by tram and bus.

Researched by our editors, as of October 2026. Please check event dates with the organisers each year.

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Places in Montpellier

Nightlife

BarLe CoxxGay bar · Montpellier ÉcussonOld stone walls, a modern bar, terrace and karaoke: Coxx in the historic centre is where you start the evening in Montpellier…

Wellness

SaunaKoncept SaunaGay sauna · Montpellier west of the old town (Figuerolles)Koncept is a sauna covering 350 m² on two levels west of the old town, with whirlpool, hammam, bar and a programme…SaunaOne SaunaGay sauna · Montpellier centre, near Gare Saint-RochOne Sauna is a gay sauna on three floors between Place de la Comédie and Saint-Roch station, open seven days a week…

Stay

HotelHôtel NovaMontpellier ÉcussonHôtel Nova is a simple, cheap hotel in the old town. One Sauna and the bar Le Coxx are just around the…HotelHotel Oceania Le Métropole MontpellierMontpellier Gare Saint-RochOceania Le Métropole is a four-star hotel by Saint-Roch station with an outdoor pool and garden. Place de la Comédie and the…Hotelibis Styles Montpellier Centre ComédieMontpellier Comédieibis Styles is on Rue Baudin right by Place de la Comédie. Club Le Moom is around five minutes away.HotelPullman Montpellier AntigoneMontpellier AntigoneThe Pullman is in the Antigone district and directly connected to the Polygone shopping centre. The rooftop pool and spa make it…

Food & Café

CaféLe Café de la MerCafé-bar · Montpellier ÉcussonA large terrace on Place du Marché aux Fleurs, from morning coffee until 2 or 3 am: Café de la Mer has…

FAQ: Montpellier

Which gay bars and clubs are there in Montpellier?

The Atlas currently lists 1 bars and clubs in Montpellier, including Le Coxx. Each listing has the address, opening hours and our take on the place.

Is there a gay sauna in Montpellier?

Yes, for example Koncept Sauna and One Sauna.

Which gay-friendly hotels are there in Montpellier?

Recommended options include Hotel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier, Hôtel Nova, ibis Styles Montpellier Centre Comédie and Pullman Montpellier Antigone.