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Balaruc-les-Bains
City in Occitanie, France
Overview
Balaruc-les-Bains is a charming spa town on the banks of the Étang de Thau in southern France. Renowned for its thermal baths, peaceful waterfront, and lively local markets, it draws visitors seeking relaxation and authentic French culture. The city offers a laid-back atmosphere ideal for wellness retreats and strolls along scenic promenades.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
France
Metropolitan Region
Occitanie
Population
7,136
Time Zone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
43.44°, 3.68°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
86
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,987
Local Cost
$1,330
Local Income
$1,950
Cashless
80
English
40
Temperature
15.1°C
Summer Avg
23.5°C
Winter Avg
7.5°C
Record High
41.1°C
Record Low
-6.5°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
574 mm
Internet Speed
308 Mbps
Upload
145 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
14
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
2
Parks
8
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
256.0
Airport
MPL
Distance
28 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 60 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.
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