Mèze is a commune in the Hérault department in southern France. Its inhabitants are called Mézois. Situated on the étang de Thau, Mèze s…Mèze is a commune in the Hérault department in southern France. Its inhabitants are called Mézois. Situated on the étang de Thau, Mèze shares with Bouzigues its historic role as the oyster capital of the area. Almost a third of its inhabitants depend on the fishing industry for their livelihood. In recent years, tourism and transport have become increasingly central to the local economy.