Montpellier
municipales 2026

Montpellier
municipales 2026

The citizen media for the 2026 municipal elections in Montpellier


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N'importe qui

Head of list: Rémi Gaillard

Sans étiquetteAnimalisteAnti-système

Rémi Gaillard is a comedian, video maker, and activist from Montpellier, world-famous for his pranks and his slogan: “It's by doing whatever that one becomes whoever” ("C'est en faisant n'importe quoi qu'on devient n'importe qui").

An atypical and anti-system figure, he had already run in the 2020 municipal elections at the head of a citizen and environmentalist list, creating a surprise by garnering nearly 9.6% of the votes in the first round.

For 2026, he announces his return to the political arena with the desire to offer an alternative outside traditional parties, focused on common sense, the protection of living things, and a more direct democracy.

An Iconoclastic and Citizen Vision

Rémi Gaillard's political project is articulated around a critique of "professional politicians" and the technocratic management of the city.

Priority Axes

Although his program for 2026 is still under construction, his historical commitments and first statements outline several priorities:

  • Animal Cause: Making Montpellier an exemplary city in terms of animal protection (shelters, ban on circuses with animals, greening).
  • Solidarity: Concrete actions for the homeless and the most destitute, often highlighted in his activist actions.
  • Public Space: A more playful, freer city, with a critique of excessive concreting.
  • Direct Democracy: Giving a voice back to citizens against party logics.

His approach aims to be pragmatic and disruptive, seeking to mobilize the abstentionist electorate and those disappointed by classic politics.

The program

gestion de l'eauenvironnementsportsanté

Natural Swimming Pool on the Lez

Rémi Gaillard proposes installing natural floating swimming pools on the Lez river, accessible to residents in the summer.

  • Natural filtration: Water filtered by plants and UV systems.
  • Cool island: A natural breathing space in the heart of the city.
  • Reversible: Floating wooden structures that respect the river's ecosystem.
  • Transparency: Real-time water quality monitoring.
transport et mobilités

Intelligent Traffic Management with AI

Rémi Gaillard proposes using artificial intelligence to fluidify traffic in Montpellier by making traffic lights intelligent.

  • Real-time adaptation: Adjusting traffic light cycles based on actual vehicle flow.
  • Priority for public transport: Specific optimization for buses and trams.
  • Pollution reduction: Fewer stops and starts lead to lower emissions.
  • Transparency: A real-time public map of traffic status.
déchetsenvironnement

Goal: Zero Waste and Resource

Rémi Gaillard proposes a radical waste reduction policy to transform Montpellier into an exemplary circular economy city.

  • Support for Repair: Promoting resource centers and repair workshops.
  • Generalized Composting: Facilitating source separation of bio-waste for all residents.
  • Zero Single-Use Plastic: Supporting shopkeepers and events in switching to sustainable alternatives.
  • Education: Specific school programs to embed waste reduction habits from a young age.
bien être animalenvironnementcultureenfance et éducation

Lunaret: A Living Reserve and a Zoologram

Rémi Gaillard proposes to transform the Lunaret Zoo into a unique living park in Europe, featuring a "Zoologram" (holographic animals) and a wild animal care center.

environnementchangement climatiqueculture

Verdanson: Floodable Park and Open-Air Museum

Rémi Gaillard proposes to transform the Verdanson canal into a floodable park and an open-air street art museum.

Key Points:

  1. Renaturation of the urban corridor: Replace concrete with natural elements (pebbles, soil, riverside plants) to allow water to penetrate the ground, recreate shade, and bring freshness to the city center.
  2. Flood-resilient design: The park will be designed to accommodate the Verdanson's unpredictable floods, with lower sections accepting water while the main pathway remains accessible.
  3. Enhanced accessibility: Create gentle access points every 150-250 meters (stairs-seating, ramps) to connect the streets to the canal bed.
  4. Open-air street art museum: Officially recognize and foster the existing street art on the Verdanson's walls, with free expression areas, rotating artists, and monumental frescoes with soft lighting.
  5. Immediate benefits for residents: Provide a cool oasis in the city center, a free shaded promenade in summer, and a more natural flood management.
  6. Credible and fundable project: Avoids expropriation, can be realized in sections, and is eligible for various climate and European funding programs.
cultureenfance et éducation

Montpellier: Capital of Culture through Actions

Rémi Gaillard proposes making Montpellier a "Capital of Culture through Actions," focusing on free artistic expression, child involvement, and heritage promotion.

  • Memo-lograms: Immersive urban paths with historical figures telling the city's story.
  • Rooftop Corum: Transforming the Corum's roof into an open-air cinema or stage.
  • Verdanson Street-art: Official open-air graffiti gallery with rotating artists.
  • Municipal Orchestra: Free instruments and music lessons for all children.
  • LEGO Montpellier: Schools rebuilding neighborhoods in LEGO for public display.
  • 100% Culture LED Boards: Using municipal screens solely for local event promotion.
sportculturetransport et mobilités

The Louis Nicollin Stade-Parc: A Living Space 365 Days a Year

Rémi Gaillard proposes the creation of the Louis Nicollin Stade-Parc, a unique multi-functional facility in France, designed to be a true daily living space integrating sports, culture, and nature.

An Innovative and Ecological Concept

  1. Public Rooftop Park: A landscaped panoramic promenade accessible to all, offering viewpoints over the city and the sea.
  2. Bioclimatic Design: A semi-buried stadium for natural protection against wind and heat, featuring a photovoltaic canopy for energy autonomy.
  3. Retractable Roof: Allowing year-round use for concerts and major events regardless of the weather.
  4. Louis Nicollin Museum: A permanent space dedicated to the unique collection of Louis Nicollin, retracing the history of MHSC.
  5. House of Sports: An indoor sports center (table tennis, futsal, 3x3 basketball) open all year round under the stands.
  6. Controlled Financing: Construction funded by the club and private investors (naming), without using taxpayer money.

This project aims to provide Montpellier residents with a new "cool island," a strong cultural hub, and a high-level sports infrastructure.

environnementchangement climatiquetransport et mobilités

Transforming a City Entrance into a Forest Road

Rémi Gaillard proposes to transform the avenue de Toulouse into a "Forest Road" by removing one traffic lane to create a continuous plant canopy.

  • Unpaving: Replacing unnecessary asphalt with soil.
  • Continuous Canopy: Massive tree planting for natural shade and lower temperatures.
  • Green Corridor: Connecting Parc Montcalm to the city through nature.
  • Urban Aesthetics: Radically changing the city entrance from "all-car" to "all-green."
sécuritésolidaritéÉmancipation et justice sociale

Security, Protection, Prevention: A Human Priority

Rémi Gaillard proposes a safety approach based on human presence, useful technology, and concrete solidarity.

Key points:

  1. Emergency Terminals: Installation of emergency call boxes connected to the Urban Supervision Center for immediate assistance.
  2. Adaptive Lighting: Enhancing public lighting to improve safety while optimizing energy use.
  3. Night Mediation: Deploying mediators to soothe public spaces and prevent conflicts.
  4. Targeted Municipal Police: A community-oriented, visible, and accessible police force.
  5. Victim Protection: Creating new emergency shelters for victims of violence and supporting their path to autonomy.
  6. Dignity and Solidarity: Specific measures to ensure the dignity of homeless people and combat exclusion.

Latest news

Municipal Elections 2026 in Montpellier: Rémi Gaillard Re-enters the Electoral Battle

2026-02-02

Comedian and activist Rémi Gaillard announces his candidacy for the 2026 municipal elections, six years after a notable first attempt.