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True luxury is actually being there
All the pleasures of the seaside ....................................................................................................................................
Moving to the rhythm of the cities ................................................................................................................................
Roaming through authentic lands ...............................................................................................................................
Join in the grand mountain spectacle...........................................................................................................................
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True luxury is going back in time
UNESCO sites on the History trails ............................................................................................................................
Traditions to experience directly ....................................................................................................................................
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True luxury is educating yourself more
Festivals of culture ............................................................................................................................................................
Which muse will excite you? ..........................................................................................................................................
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True luxury means tasting everything
Wines invite you on a truly exciting trip within Languedoc-Roussillon..................................................................
Top gastronomy, for all tastes .......................................................................................................................................
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True luxury is to sleep anywhere you fancy and eat anywhere, but not just anything
Quality, Sud de France ....................................................................................................................................................
Cercle Prestige for exclusive trips ...............................................................................................................................
Unusual holidays… to experience live! .......................................................................................................................
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True luxury means pampering yourself
Full-on nature ....................................................................................................................................................................
From the spring to the sea: waters of youth in Languedoc-Roussillon ...............................................................
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Languedoc-Roussillon
All the pleasures
of the seaside
Languedoc-Roussillon is 200 kilometres of sandy beaches from the
Spanish border to the gates of Provence! So it is easy to find your spot
on the edge of the Mediterranean. You’ll be spoilt for choice on a coast
that stretches out in a string of beaches, lagoons, coves and little
fishing ports...
At the very east of the arc of the Gulf
of Lion: the Petite Camargue, with its
landscapes of rice fields and canals,
where pink flamingos mingle with the
bulls and horses. There’s a breath of
freedom here, and it’s the ideal place
for a family trip. You’ll see salt workers
on your way, collecting the salt dried
by the mistral, or mounted herders,
guiding the bulls along with the tips
of their tridents. Save time for a swim
on the beaches of the Gulf of AiguesMortes, after visiting Saint-Louis’
celebrated walled city. In Grau-duRoi, you must see the famous
Espiguette: there’s a spot waiting for
you on this vast stretch of fine sand,
isolated by the dunes. Then you
simply follow the sand into the
dist ance to reach the famous
“pyramides” of La Grande-Motte.
Between the lagoons and the sea,
earth and water describe a mosaic of
sand, salt marshes and pinewoods. If
you come by boat, no problem: stop
over in Port-Camargue - one of the
largest marinas in Europe - or at one
of the 27 ports in LanguedocRoussillon, with 30,000 berths for
pleasure craft. You will also sail past
maritime towns, as suggested by
their names, like Palavas-les-Flots and
Sète, that “singular island” where
nautical jousting has become a fete.
In the town of Georges Brassens and
Paul Valéry, where even the cemetery
is marine, the lovely walk along the
seafront is also a gastronomical
invitation to the beach restaurants in
the summer, to taste oysters fresh
from the sea, eel stew or a fish platter.
A natural
cinema set
For those who love active holidays by
the sea, don’t miss Cap d'Agde, the
European capital of naturism, its
14 kilometres of fine sand, its
underwater trail, Leisure Island and
amusement parks for young and old
(including Aqualand). This doesn’t
stop you from enjoying the many
protected wildlife areas in LanguedocRoussillon, with virgin coastline,
particularly between Frontignan and
Maguelone, with its ancient cathedral
standing like a look-out post over the
water. At the mouth of the Orb
river, the Orpellières estate, with its
string of sand dune beaches and
saltbushes is among the most
True luxury is actually being there
beautiful sites along the coast. In
Gruissan, the beach dotted with
wooden chalets is also a real, lifesized cinema set (as witnessed in the
film by director Jean-Jacques Beineix,
“Betty Blue” (“37.2 le matin” in
French). In this fishing village, a family
sea resort, some like to linger on the
beach until the early hours of the
morning in April, to admire the natural,
romantic sight of the red moon
setting. Because, whatever the
season, the Mediterranean blue and
the sunshine light up the coast with a
thousand colours; it is this light on the
côte Vermeille (vermillion coast)
which enthrals tourists just as it did
Matisse and Picasso in the past, in
Cerbère, Port-Vendres, Banyuls and
obviously Collioure, the cradle of
fauvism. The ideal place to find quiet
coves with golden sand, surrounded
by vertiginous cliffs, at the foot of the
Pyrenees. The perfect place for a
picnic and a swim, with a basket of
Collioure anchovies and the wine of
Banyuls.
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Moving
to the rhythm of the cities
Montpellier, Nîmes, Perpignan, Narbonne, Béziers, Carcassonne, Mende…
shaped by centuries of history, the cities of Languedoc-Roussillon are now
resolutely facing the future while cherishing the heritage of their past. Stop
off and enjoy these Mediterranean cities, where, whether hectic or calm, life
is good, the sunshine is generous and the people are friendly. On the
programme: shopping, shows, visits to museums and other cultural sites,
tasting the local specialities or strolling along main streets with character,
interspersed with shady terraces.
7 km from the sea, midway between Spain and Italy, “lose”
yourself in Montpellier and find evidence of almost twelve
centuries of history: Mediaeval side streets, picturesque
monuments, town houses and royal palaces create its
exceptional identity.
An entirely pedestrian area, with lively designer shops and
multiple brand names, the Ecusson, the historical heart of
the city, is the ideal place to wander and explore. Many
artists, drawn by this quality of life, have added an extra
touch to the city. Contemporary dance has acquired
international renown here. Theatre, the music scene and
art find expression in a variety of exhibitions, festivals, small
shows or major productions at the Opéra, the Zenith and
Arena - a new modern complex scheduled to open in
September - or quite simply on a street corner, in one of
the trendy bars or restaurants in the city.
An ancient link
Make another leap from past to future in Nîmes. Among its
prestigious symbols: the ancient Roman arena and modern
Carré d’Art, designed by the famous architect Lord
Norman Foster, housing a library, media library and
contemporary art museum all under the same roof. It is
really worth the visit, before stopping at one of the
flourishing cafés and shops across the town, which spring
to life at the slightest ray of sunshine!
Then, set off to explore Mende, in the heart of Lozère,
between the Causses and the mountains. The ancient
capital of Gévaudan, classified as a city of art, is well
worth the detour, with its rich architectural heritage.
The Via Domitia, the ancient road between Spain and
Italy, is one of the historic links of these cities of
Languedoc-Roussillon. You can still see the old
cobblestones, as in Narbonne, founded by the Romans
in 118 BC, where a section has been preserved in the
heart of the town. Surrounded by garrigues and vines,
not far from a long sandy beach, the town, like its
neighbour, Béziers, has some exceptional sites. Some of
the treasures to explore are the Archbishop’s Palace
(Palais des Archevêques) and the Basilica of Saint Paul.
Or still yet in Béziers, Pierre-Paul Riquet’s city, built on
its rich and glorious past as a wine-growing eldorado with
rich Cathar history. Further inland, Carcassonne seems
to stand guard over its treasures. An exceptional site, its
fortified citadelle overlooks the region and carries you
back several centuries into the past.
At the end of an ancient Roman road you’ll arrive at
Perpignan, situated at the foot of the Pyrenees and a city
with a strong identity. It’s not by chance that Salvador Dali
described the Perpignan train station as being the centre of
the world. From the Palace of the Kings of Majorca (Palais
des Rois de Majorque) to Castillet, and the picturesque side
streets with their walls made of brick and river stones, a visit
to the town is a must, to discover its charms to the full.
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Languedoc-Roussillon
Roaming
through
authentic lands
Let yourself be carried away by the song of the cicadas in summer, a light breeze carrying the scent
of broom, rosemary and thyme. Far from the bustle of the city, the Languedoc-Roussillon countryside
offers forgotten sensations, where time seems to stand still and nature is exalted.
Everywhere in the region, trails, gites and excursions offer
a taste of a unique environment, far from the pressures
of daily life. It is hard to resist the spell of these rocky, arid
or wooded landscapes - natural or tamed - hidden in the
depths of a valley, by a calm or raging river, on sunny
hillsides, linked by paths or charming minor roads. You
can discover all these landscapes either by car, by bike,
or even on foot. Roads, paths and trails pass alongside
vineyards, orchards, and wheat and rape fields. You might
come across an enclosure, where goats and sheep are
kept to produce their creamy cheeses. Whether with
a guide or on your own, the different options offer
opportunities to savour these lands of character, meeting
the people who make the wines, honey, olives and other
Mediterranean products. From the Rhône to the
Pyrenees, local areas express their true diversity: the Bleu
des Causses and pelardon cheeses and sweet onions of
the Cévennes, the olive oil of Nîmes, bullmeat from the
Camargue, peaches and nectarines from the Costières,
melons, almonds, apples and grapes, apricots, garriguette
sweet strawberries and potatoes from Roussillon. One
way to discover these is by travelling along the olive mill
route in the Eastern Pyrenees, or enjoying the pleasures
of relaxation, gastronomy and culture in Céret, during
the cherry festival. Or simply by losing yourself in the
vineyards of Languedoc and Roussillon, in Banyuls-surMer or the Corbières.
Harmony with nature
The wood “sings” in the cool of a starry night and the
stones give off the warmth of the day. Simple or luxurious,
the places to stay always opt for authenticity in these
captivating lands. Succomb to the charm of these old,
centuries’ old buildings, renovated farms or picturesque
residences, their stones steeped in history, surrounded by
gardens, vineyards, woods or garrigue scrubland. Magical
places, infused with harmony, poetry and tranquillity. The
stopping off points are a chance to discover restaurants
and other eating places, with local specialties accompanied
by the wines or fruit juices of the region. The flavour is
heightened by stories and legends from the past,
recounted with colour and good humour. Tales that are
recounted by a fireplace, or a fountain, in the village square
or on a sunny terrace.
In these lands, the link with nature is still very strong.
Donkey-trekking is available at some sites. Different rides
more or less physically challenging let you take in the
always sublime and varied landscapes. You can also meet
animals simply by visiting a farm in the Hérault, on a picnic
with friends or family. Donkeys, poultry, rabbits, pigs, sheep
and horses, set in a garrigue landscape right next to an
authentic dolmen.
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Join
in the grand
mountain spectacle
Lozère is the highest stage of this
natural amphitheatre constituted
by the mountain landscape of
Languedoc-Roussillon. Kit yourself
out with a good pair of walking shoes
(and a picnic basket) to find harmony
with a landscape of wide horizons
covered in meadowland, long low
stone walls, waterfalls cascading in
the shade of the pine or birch
woods... You are in Causses country,
these plateaux that lead up to
altitudes of an average of 1,000
metres. Here you can breathe
in the grand spect acle of the
mountains, before dipping down to
the orchards in the valleys, on tracks
that are mostly only used by walkers
and goats. In Margeride, nature
reigns supreme, full of surprises for all
the family. In Sainte-Lucie, near
Marvejols, don’t miss the Park which
houses a hundred wolves, with an
exhibition centre highlighting the
famous myth of the Beast of
Gévaudan. In Sainte-Julie you can
also get up close to European bison,
in the snow or in summer sunlight, in
a park devoted to this protected
species. Lozère is also Aubrac with
its “burons”, buildings where the
shepherds used to prepare the
rounds of cheese used in making the
delicious aligot. On foot, mountain
bike or cross-country skis in the
winter, wide spaces stretch out
before you on the natural “citadels“ of
Mount Lozère and Mount Aigoual
(1.567 metres in altitude). After the
effort, a little reward: between
Nasbinals and Saint-Chély d'Apcher,
you can also take a pleasure break
and get back into shape at la Chaldette
spa (hot spring lovers should also stop
off at Bagnols les Bains).
Escaping
into spectacular
scenery
Southern Languedoc-Roussillon is
where you find the most famous
summit, the “sacred mountain” as it’s
known in these parts: Mount Canigou
(2785 metres) is barely 50 kilometres
from the blue waters of the
Mediterranean. It is a place of
pilgrimage for any self-respecting
hiker, and the point of departure to
discover this part of the Pyrenean
chain with its tumultuous relief,
stretching from the rift basins of
Capcir and Cerdagne, and the valleys
of the Conflent and Vallespir. Nature
is so abundant that there is
something to please everyone. Like
an excursion to the superb Carança
gorges and a visit to the Canalettes
caves, in Villefranche-de-Conflent.
Escape into spectacular scenery that
you can reach by car... or even by
train! Between Villefranche-deConflent and Latour de Carol, the
picturesque hundred-year-old “yellow
train of the Pyrenees” crosses
precipices and rivers, thanks to
its 650 engineering structures.
Guaranteed to win your heart as you
reach the highest railway station in
France, Bolquère, at 1592 metres
altitude.
Over to the west, the Pic Carlit (2921
metres) overlooks a series of lakes and
torrents, including Bouillouses lake
and Lanous pond, stretching across
2500 metres, at 2150 metres
altitude! Landscapes that are unique
in Europe, and which are obviously a
magnificent sports ground in winter
with snow-covered trails, notably in
the ski resorts Les Angles and FontRomeu.
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Languedoc-Roussillon
UNESCO sites
on the History
trails
Follow the traces of the different cultures that have traversed the
Languedoc-Roussillon, through the rich diversity of sites and monuments,
five of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Pont du Gard, the
Fortified City of Carcassonne, the Canal du Midi, the Fortifications of
Saint James Vauban and the Route of Santiago de Compostela.
With many cultural riches marking
an epoch; travelling the roads of
Languedoc-Roussillon, is like walking
along the trails of history. You can
follow the trail of the Roman chariots,
for instance and their deep ruts can
still be seen in parts of the ancient Via
Domitia at the site of Ambrussum. But
the greatest testimony of the Roman
Empire is to be found near Uzès : the
Pont du Gard, spanning the Gardon
since the first century of this era. In the
museum at the foot of the monument
you will find out that this structure 275 m long and 40 m high - is part of
the aqueduct that used to supply
drinking water to the town of
Nemausus (Nîmes). Travelling through
the region, you will see how the
Roman era has left other reminders.
Like, for example, the Oppidum at
Ensérune, near Béziers. At the centre
of the site: an attractive museum
displays numerous thousand-year-old
vestiges, while all around lies one of
the panoramas of the Languedoc plain
and... the Canal du Midi. This is
perhaps your unique opportunity to
hop on a barge at Colombiers and just
follow the current on the “river road”
True luxury is going back in time
linking the Atlantic Ocean and the
Mediterranean. You’ll get a glimpse of
the Herculean task accomplished
during the 17th century by visiting
Fonséranes, situated on the outskirts
of Béziers, where Pierre-Paul Riquet
created a work of eight oval shaped
locks and nine gates which allows
users to achieve a difference in level
of some 21.50 meters over a stretch
of more than 300 metres.
The Cathar Castles
Th e j o u r n e y t h r o u g h t i m e i n
Languedoc-Roussillon obviously
travels along the roads of the
castles in the Land of the Cathars,
in Aude. Visiting these fortresses
perched on the hilltops, takes you
right back to the Middle Ages. The
most imposing castle is Peyrepertuse,
composed of three successive
walls which reach a height of nearly
300 metres. On your way, be sure
not to miss the four Lastour castles:
Cabaret, Tour Régine, Surdespine
and Quertinheux. So many ideal
family trips to touch the clouds...
and History itself. The nearby
fortified city of Carcassonne,
honoured by Unesco, also dates
back to the Middle Ages. The
impressive citadel overlooks the
plains of the Minervois and
Carcassès, casting a look at the
Black Mountains and the sinuous
contours of the Corbières in the
distance. Further to the south, you
can make out the line of the
Pyrenees, where Vauban built the
fortifications of Villefranche-deConflent and the citadel of
Mont-Louis, listed as world heritage
sites since 2008.
If you enjoyed Carcassonne,
you’ll love the Medieval city of
Villefranche de Conflent, one of the
Most Beautiful Villages of France,
where the architect of Louis XIV
built the fortifications. The fortress
in Mont-Louis, built to defend the
new border with Spain after the
signing of the Treaty of the
Pyrenees in 1659, is at the
strategic crossroads of three
valleys (Têt, Aude and Cerdagne).
It is also a stage in the journey
along the history trails of the region.
Traditions
to experience directly
Biou” or flying ox, in the Cévennes, the “Pailhasses” in
Cournonterral in the Hérault, or the Witches Fete in the
Eastern Pyrenees, the myth of the “Drac” or dragons, in
Beaucaire in the Gard and other stories that date back
to the beginning of time, throughout the LanguedocRoussillon.
The land
and the people
The calvalcade ends in good humour in the heart of the
village of Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste in Roussillon. Locals and
visitors, some of them “stained” with ashes, according to
the tradition of the Bear Fete, mingle in the laughter of the
lanes or on the terraces, overlooked by the Pyrenees. From
Montpellier to Perpignan, via Nîmes and Carcassonne, the
influence of customs and legends is present in everyday
life, through an event, a story, a speciality or folklore, that is
always vivid and picturesque. It’s an experience with
fascinating origins, to share and consume without
moderation! Summer is a time that particularly lends itself
to this type of event. Ferias and Camargue races liven up
the towns and villages, while the seafront is right at the
heart of amazing fetes. The fishermen of Gruissan in Aude,
splendidly perpetuate a 17th century fete on the day of
Saint-Pierre. After all, the offerings are made to guarantee
the success of the fishing season! Not to be missed either
are the water jousting tournaments on the canals of Sète,
Agde, Palavas-les-flots and Grau-du-roi, recounting the
“combats” of the Middle Ages between teams of married
men and young, single men.
Pretty much everywhere, traditions come back to life though
the seasons: the Sanch procession in Perpignan, fete
of Saint-Roch in Montpellier, the fires of Saint-Jean in
Catalonia. In the Eastern Pyrenees, the July festival is the
occasion for dancing the sardane, highlighting one of the
most picturesque of local traditions.
Legends can also be a little scary, much to the pleasure of
the young … and the old! On the programme: the Beast of
Gévaudan or the feast of Gargantua in Lozère, the “Volo
At the corner of a lane, along a pathway, on a sign, monument
or residence, inscriptions evoke the presence of famous men
and women of Languedoc-Roussillon. From the likes of
Matisse to Trenet, through Paul Valéry and Brassens,
colourful figures have left their mark on the region. Painters,
singers, writers and other historical figures ingeniously
stimulated the territory. People like Vauban (1633-1707) in
the Roussillon region or Pierre Paul Riquet (1604-1680), an
engineer born in Béziers who dedicated his whole life to
creating the Canal du Midi. Those living in the region have
been cradled in their childhood by the stories, fables and
poetry of figures such as Alphonse Daudet (1840-1897)
born in Nîmes, whose birthplace can still be visited. People
have been influenced by a whole generation of painters such
as Frédéric Bazille (1841-1870), originally from Montpellier
and now recognized as one of the pioneers of impressionism.
Molière also left his mark thanks to his many plays and shows
staged throughout the region from 1647 to 1657. You can
still see traces of his life and work left in several towns
especially in Pézenas, where an exceptional show recounts
to audiences the life of the most famous French playwright
and stage actor. A trip through Languedoc-Roussillon is an
opportunity to cross paths with some of these well-known
figures, gone today, or even with more modern living figures
such as Gérard Depardieu, Juliette Greco, Olivia Ruiz or
Pierre Richard.
Follow on the heels of history
and experience for yourself some
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Languedoc-Roussillon
Festivals
of culture
Culture in the region is expressed in every domain: digital arts, photography, dance, classical music,
modern music, theatre, cinema…
On the theatre side, with three
national theatres (Narbonne, Sète,
Alès) and a string of dynamic
theatres, there’s a lot to choose from.
It’s the same dilemma when it comes
to choosing your film on Saturday
night. And why wait till Saturday,
when there are two big festivals
devoted to the seventh art, right in the
area? Film previews, short film
competitions, retrospectives, fictions,
documentaries... It’s a constant buzz
every year in Montpellier with
Cinémed the Mediterranean film
festival, and in Alès with Itinérances,
t h e o t h e r e v e n t t h a t i s m u ch
appreciated by film buffs, with its ten
days of 180 films. And all this, from
October to Mars, represents 400
films screened and almost as many
well-known actors and film makers
coming to talk about their art before
a happy audience of film fans.
A vast open air
happening
The other aspect of the region’s
reput ation is the astonishing
concentration of festivals and cultural
events which, with the grace of
summer and all the little squares that
enliven the towns of the South and
unfold like a vast open air happening
with shows that are often free. This is
the case with the Radio France and
Montpellier Languedoc-Roussillon
festival which simult aneously
broadcasts in July before the general
public in Montpellier and with Radio
France, operas, young soloists,
jazz nights, reggae and electronic
music… In addition to this is
Montpellier Danse, another talent
machine which launches the
festivities in the Regional metropolis
at the end of June. Once the pace
is set, it spreads like wildfire, from
one department to another. In the
E a s t e r n P y r e n e e s , w i t h Le s
Estivales, the Perpignan summer
festival (in July) or Déferlantes
in Argelès-sur-Mer and its “sea
festivities” held in the extraordinary
Valmy park. The party goes on in
Aude with the Carcassonne festival,
in Hérault on the banks of the Thau
lagoons with the festival de Thau, at
the heart of a singular island for
Fiest’A Sète and Jazz in Sète, or in
Chanac in Lozère for the Détours du
Monde (July).
True luxury is educating yourself more
On the photography side, the region
has nothing to envy its Arlesien
neighbour: between Visa pour
l’image the photojournalism event in
Perpignan, ImageSingulières the
festival of social photography that is
such a hit in Sète, or Boutographies
presenting the best of the young
European photography scene, held in
Montpellier every year in May, the
public is passionate about this art
which opens our eyes to the world.
Culture is also and above all, about
young people, fervent supporters of
the finals of the Battle of the Year
France in Montpellier: they come and
encourage the best dancers on the
French Hip Hop scene, their crews
and choreographies that are true
acrobatic and visual performances.
Also on the banks of the Lez, where
they come to admire the competitors
gliding through the air and across the
water at the International Festival of
Extreme Sports.
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Languedoc-Roussillon
cultural schedule
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Which
muse will excite you?
You wander aimlessly from a modern gallery to a small
village museum without any artistic preconceptions. No
rule ever presides over your choices ranging from a
Brazilian ex-voto, modern art, and primitive art to Great
Art. This region is definitely for you! With fifty-seven
museums, grouped under the “France museum” label, of
very diverse sizes and interest and collections ranging
from paleontology, right up to modern artists, art in the
Languedoc-Roussillon region can practically be found on
every street corner. To begin the trip for reaching your
goal, a good starting point could be Montpellier’s Fabre
Museum, selected for its heterogeneous and magnificent
permanent collections which highlight the differences
between Flemish painting, Neoclassicism, 19th Romantic,
large summer retrospectives and the other dark, obscure
for some and obvious to others, works of art which
constitute the donated Pierre Soulages collection. By the
way, the region is home to a host of places of distinctive
nature and of nearly as many museums which tend to
bring out real talent. In Sète, a city on the coast, the Paul
Valéry museum places great emphasis on local and
regional contemporary artists from Sète. In Lodève, the
Fleury museum has an international sheen with its large
temporary expositions. Art gatherings compete with
others from one end of the region and calendar to the
other during the whole year…
Starting with the Fauves, a permanent exposition in
Collioure and the Cubists organized by the Céret Modern
Museum of Art. In the Cité de Picasso, you will have a
unique artistic experience in the cradle of the Cubist
movement: Braque, Soutine, Chagall, Matisse… All the
paintings by these masters are there hanging in the
coolness and silence of a small regional museum. When
you leave the museum, you can then take a stroll through
the quaint streets of the Cité and look for round and
generous bronze sculptures by Aristide Maillol, a son of
the soil. You can have a general overview of the works of
this great artist, just a short 40 kilometres away in
Banyuls-sur-Mer where there is museum honouring his
work. Modern art enthusiasts can choose from the Carré
d’Art in Nîmes, the Modern Regional Art museum in
Sérignan, inescapable places of interest which present
expositions and collections or the Regional Centre for
Modern Art in Sète dedicated to artistic creation and
experimentation.
The most beautiful
architectural examples
Witness to the dynamism expressed all throughout the
region, the architectural settings which encapsulate the
museums, designed and built by renowned architects,
are quite impressive. In Nîmes, you can ponder the outer
glass layer designed by Sir Norman Foster to embellish
the Carré d’Art and its modern art expositions… In
Montpellier, the Fabre museum was renovated in 2007
by the Nebout-Puyeo firm (who co-designed the Museum
of Man in Paris). Art can also be explored in a more
modest way by looking at more picturesque museums
such as the Modest International Art Museum in Sète
situated along the royal canal housing the works of more
modern popular creation gathered from all over the globe
by the local Setois painter, Hervé Di Rosa.
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Wines
invite you on a
truly exciting trip
within Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon vineyards just beg for superlatives: the largest
in the world, among the oldest, the most diverse and those which have
progressed the most over the last twenty years!
For the past two decades, wines from LanguedocRoussillon have made it to the top of the list generating
a veritable numbers revolution for which the House of
Languedoc Coteaux Wines is one of the most wonderful
showcases today. The 18th century traditional Provencal
house vineyard testifies to the architectural richness of
regional wine estates which almost seem like temples
dedicated to the glory of wine. One such place is the
Verchant wine estate, located just on the outskirts of
Montpellier, whose wine and spirit store fits in perfectly
with a sumptuous five-star hotel offering a luxurious spa
within a green and peaceful setting of grape vines.
Another such temple dedicated to the wonders of wine
is the small village of Cases situated in the Pyrenees, with
its small road lined with olive and cypress trees leading
visitors up to the Jau Castle, nestled in the Corbières
foothills. Wine, such as Côtes du Roussillon and
Rivesaltes muscatel, can be sampled in this quaint
place while simultaneously taking in some modern art
expositions.
All the Languedoc-Roussillon wines have been brought
together under the “South of France” banner. It is a
quality label bringing together all different kinds and
flavors of wine: whites, reds, rosés, sparkling like the
Blanquette de Limoux, or even the well known sweet,
natural wines which can be sampled in the cellars in
Banyuls. And of course, we must not forget the muscatel
wines which by themselves make it worth the trip to meet
the muscatel producers in Lunel, Mireval, Frontignan,
Saint-Jean de Minervois and Rivesaltes. With nearly
True luxury means tasting everything
eighty wines bearing the Protected Label of Origin and
Protected Geographical Indication, the LanguedocRoussillon region stands out among the largest wine
regions and highlighting the passion of wine growers for
their land.
Wine and culture itineraries
So with such a range of varieties, blends and regions
where should you begin exploring? You are totally free to
select from among a dozen regional “wine itineraries” and
visit the vineyards from wine cooperatives to wine cellars.
You might begin at Terra Vinea, located in the heart of
the Corbières. The site is spectacularly located
80 metres underground within the galleries of a former
gypsum mine and once there you’ll be transported back
in time to discover “wine civilizations”. The guided visit
is embellished with video projections and when you’re all
done, a wine tasting session awaits you. Only a few miles
away, make sure you and the whole family visit the Vine
and Wine Cité at Gruissan, a really unique place in
France created by researchers from the National Institute
for Agronomic Research. At the Cité you and your family
can see, smell, experiment, learn and even taste. It’s a
way to discover the adventure of wine in an educational
and fun way thanks to displays and a 4,000 metre garden
of blends.
Languedoc-Roussillon wine and culture itineraries: on the
way, stop at the Mas des Tourelles, a wine growing estate
built on the exact spot of an ancient Roman villa near
Beaucaire and the Cesar Columns. Each stop on the
itinerary brings with it a host of sensations all the way
from the Rhône river to the foothills of the Pyrenees:
Vinipolis, in Florensac, is a wonderful place combining a
high tech wine cellar, where you can let yourself be
guided by the interactive stations helping you discover
the winery, a wine and spirit aging store and even a bistro.
In the village of Maury, where the vineyard closely hugs
the surrounding hills, the Maison du Terroir offers a
tasting bar, where you can sample succulent sweet and
local natural dry wines, and there is an excellent
restaurant as well so you can taste the perfect match
between a glass of Maury wine with Scallop tournedos,
roasted monkfish and subtle strawberry macaroons…
Top gastronomy
for all tastes
Languedoc-Roussillon cuisine is outstanding, both for its originality and its diversity. In the firmament:
the 27 Michelin stars for chefs who pay tribute to the wealth of the region, its produce and unique
flavours.
One of the best restaurants in France
is in the centre of Corbière, in the small
village of Fontjoncouse. On this land,
overlooked by Cathar Castles, the
famous chef Gilles Goujon finds the
game, truffles and mushrooms that
inspire his dishes. Other chefs from
outside the region have also fallen in
love with Languedoc-Roussillon; like
this Belgian chef, who has moved to
the heart of the Albères, and whose
delicious sea bass with Sahorre
saffron won over the most prestigious
gastronomy guide in the world. You
will have no difficulty being won over
yourself by this restaurant, rooted in
the terroir (and whose label “Qualité
Sud de France” is a guarantee).
Because wherever you go in
Languedoc-Roussillon, you will find a
table to suit your taste - and your
budget- to enjoy the many regional
specialities: aligot and tripous in
Lozère, Aubrac beef, Camargue bull
stew, cod brandade in Nîmes, tielles
(seafood tarts) or stuffed squid in
Sète, Cassoulet in Castelnaudary,
crème catalane in the Eastern
Pyrenees... At all the village markets,
you can fill your basket to the brim:
anchovies in Collioure, pélardons
(goat’s cheese) in Lozère, peaches
and apricots in Roussillon, or the
traditional Lucques olives, also found
in tapenade, and which produce “the
best of the best” olive oils, according
to the legendary chef Joël Robuchon!
And don’t miss a visit to the traditional
oil mills, like the one in Bize Minervois.
From producer
to consumer
One of the assets of gastronomy
in Languedoc-Roussillon is its
accessibility for all. You can find the
best products directly: from producer
to consumer. On the shores of the
lagoons in the region, shellfish farmers
- real sea farmers - line up their stalls
piled high with fresh oysters and
mussels. Eat them there or take them
home, as you please. Like in
Bouzigues, where you can combine
all the pleasures of the senses in one
moment: the lovely view of the
lagoons, the sound of lapping water,
the cool touch of a glass of Picpoul de
Pinet, the delicious taste of oysters
and mussels (en brasucade, i.e. grilled
over vine stock embers) just off the
boats of the local producers. This is a
sample of direct regional cuisine,
scented with the nearby garrigue, its
fragrances of thyme, rosemary, sage
or fennel. And don’t forget to try things
out: in Languedoc-Roussillon you’ll
find unique ingredients, such as the
Pardailhan turnip, or the cèbe (sweet
onion) from Lézignan. Its a marriage of
taste and nature, to savour all year
round, from autumn, the high season
for gathering chestnuts in the
Cévennes, through to summer, with
the delights of eating sea bream,
shellfish and clams in little restaurants
right on the beach. You may also want
to take home some of those little
sweet treats, Rousquilles du Vallespir
or Grisettes de Montpellier, perfect
reminders of the unique flavours of
Languedoc-Roussillon.
For more
information on wines
and gastronomy
please visit
www.sunfrance.com
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Languedoc-Roussillon
Quality
Sud de France
As soon as you arrive, your troubles disappear, the
welcome is friendly and professional, the site is pleasant
and comfortable. “The label is equal to its reputation”,
confide Philippe and Céline who regularly escape to
Languedoc-Roussillon, choosing from hundreds of
establishments and sites with the “Qualité Sud de France”
label. The pleasure of an authentic stay, free of anxiety,
knowing that you get quality service, whether in the city,
by the sea, in the mountains or the countryside. “Our
approach meets strict criteria, our very first commitment
being to satisfying our customers to the full,” confirm the
hotel and restaurant owners, and other partners in the
operation. Discover a typical site, go into any restaurant,
bar or café with this label, and you will enjoy the region to
its full potential. Here, the meals have a southern flavour,
they’re made with local products, scented by the
fragrances of the garrigue and prepared with care by
people who love good cooking. The accommodation has
the knack of bringing out the local charm. To prove it, all
you have to do is savour the tranquillity of a table set under
the pines and olive trees, by a swimming pool, a peaceful
river or overlooking the sea. Or relax in a comfortable room
decorated in the colours of southern France. The choice
is huge: hotels, campsites, holiday flats, holiday villages,
wineries, tourist and cultural sites, or outlets selling local
products. The guarantee of a successful stay!
For more on all
the Quality institutions
consult www.sunfrance.com
Cercle Prestige
for exclusive trips
Looking for somewhere unique and refined? Cercle Prestige, offers you a selection of
fifty upmarket establishments, listed in the most reputable guides. The selection includes:
exceptional sites such as mediaeval castles and prestigious monuments, hotels of
character, charming residences, Benedictine monasteries, small manor houses, town
houses, walled towns, wine estates, gourmet restaurants... The chance to experience
high level tourism that is luxurious, comfortable, memorable, natural, active, exquisite and
gourmet, in a region of multiple destinations.
Relax in a tastefully decorated lounge, after an exquisite meal and a day of escape
and discovery. The moments are always intense in these exclusive establishments that
exude charm, elegance, the sense of hospitality and the art of living. Live life to the
full, over dinner with a Jazz concert, a walk along a sandy beach in Languedoc, with
wine and oyster tasting. The magic moment can be enjoyed at dinner with music in
Roussillon, a delicious meal in the Land of the Cathars or supper for two with flowers
after a spa, at a charming home. It can also be savoured in a five-star inn or hotel, with
a glass of champagne and chocolates, during a wine tasting on a Minervois estate, or
walking along the Canal du Midi. Places to discover in all their simplicity. The Internet,
tourist offices and even an i-phone can help you choose your exceptional site for an
experience that will be... unforgettable!
Prepare your next trip
at www.sunfrance.com/prestige
True luxury is to sleep anywhere you fancy and eat anywhere, but not just anything
Unusual holidays…
to experience live!
Experiences and holidays that are out of the ordinary are waiting
for you at the four corners of Languedoc Roussillon. A hint of
adventure and escape, at a bend in the path, in the heart of a
historical centre, on a beach, or a wooded hillside with the
fragrance of thyme and rosemary. There are infinite options to
enjoy this land steeped in history, with its charming traditions, in
historical centres, landscapes that are sometimes mysterious, and
contrasts that are vivid and fascinating.
Passionate and talented professionals
bring this unique world to life. You can
discover it from the sky, on an
amazing first flight in an air balloon.
Taking a remarkable leap into the
past, the passengers set off in the
first rays of the sun, back to Roman
times, flying over the Pont du Gard,
then, a few centuries later, over the
rooftops of the historic centre of
Uzès. The sensations mount on a
maiden flight in a two-seater glider,
with the Pic St Loup in the
background. Accompanied by an
expert pilot, the landscape glides by
as if carried by the wind around this
mythical summit, fringed with
delightful villages and a plain that
stretches all the way to Montpellier
and the sea. A guaranteed adrenalin
rush!
Those who are nostalgic about quaint
cars will choose to discover the
charms of the region … in a 2CV!
Another unexpected way to explore
some of the local delights, like the
Tarn Gorge, the village of Sainte
Enimie, Aubrac plateau, the
mysterious caves, the vulture viewing
point or the captivating rugged
limestone landscapes of the
Causses. A colourful tour, punctuated
by picnic breaks to enjoy the local
produce, stopping off at good
restaurants, and accommodation in
typical gites.
Back to earth, or rather to water for
another exceptional ride along the
Canal du Midi where an electro solar
powered boat takes you on a gentle
In Languedoc-Roussillon, the nights
match the beauty of the days. All it
takes is to lie under the Milky Way,
carried away by the warm sea breeze,
trip, in harmony with the ecosystem,
of a preserved site listed under
UNESCO World Heritage.
Nights as lovely as
the days
the Mistral or the Tramontane, lulled by
the song of the crickets. Original
ways of savouring these privileged
moments, off the beaten track, like
nights in a yurt under the pines, 800
metres from the magnificent
Aresquiers beach, near Montpellier, or
in the heart of the Cévennes, in a
Provençal garden. Lovers of nature
and of unusual, timeless experiences
can also enjoy a comfortable gypsy
caravan, nestled on a hillside or a
cabin perched up in the chestnut
woods. Meals are prepared in the
neighbouring farm with local produce.
On the programme: whitewater
swimming in the Gardon, a visit to the
Château de St Pierre or a walk to the
village along a small shady path edged
with dry stone terraces. These magical
nights can be spent everywhere in
Languedoc-Roussillon. For instance,
in an authentic 18th century windmill
facing the majestic Pont du Gard, or
in the barrels of an old 18th century
wine cellar, 15 minutes away from the
mediaeval fortified city of Carcassonne.
Unique, so different and delightful!
For all offers on stays
in Languedoc-Roussillon
consult
www.sunfrance.com
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Languedoc-Roussillon
Full-on nature
From the Californian golf courses by the sea, a sunny green paradise for golfers, to the thrilling sensations of whitewater sports in the countryside, or water sports off the coast of the Mediterranean...
The region, with its high mountain relief and the diversity of coastal shores, is an invitation to outdoor
sports: mountain biking, climbing, skiing, swimming, skin diving, kite surf, horse riding... Anything’s
possible, within easy reach and for all budgets.
Hiking gets the top prize for the most popular sport, with
6300 kilometres of tracks and registered hiking trails (GR)
to explore nature in all its contrasts. They will take you from
Saint-Maurice-de-Navacelles to Saint-Privat in Hérault, from
Carcassonne to Bourg-Madame in the Eastern Pyrenees,
from La Canourgue in Lozère to Beaucaire in Gard, along
mule tracks or “drailles” (transhumance trails) which run from
the Aubrac plateau to the lonely reaches of the high plateaux,
notably the Grande Draille in Languedoc (GR 60), where
you enter the scenery of heath land and dark forests. The
champion sport is everywhere, practised by all and at all
levels, in the heart of untamed nature or along the History
trail: many registered trails actually follow the ancient Via
Domitia, the roads to Compostella, or Stevenson’s trail
(GR70), which you can take accompanied by a donkey.
Wintersports enthusiasts simply need to choose between
the snows of the Cevènnes and the small family resorts of
Mount Lozère and Aubrac, the well-known resorts of Capcir
equipped for Alpine skiing (Formiguères, Les Angles,
Puyvalador) or Font-Romeu-Pyrénées 2000, PortePuymorens and Cerdagne-Puigmal.
Others prefer the summer: freshwater sports out in the
countryside, whether in turbulent rivers (the Orb, the Hérault,
the Tech, the high valley of the Aude) or water recreation
areas, and there are many mountain lakes too… Canoeing,
kayaking, rafting, canyoning… You can practise whitewater
sports at just the level of thrills and effort you are looking for.
And for those who want to brave the sea elements,
Languedoc-Roussillon is where the top kitesurfers and
windsurfers compete every year on the beaches of LeucateLa Franqui for the Mondial du Vent. With fifteen different
sports in the competition, kite-surfers sail the winds of the
Tramontane and the Mistral, along the shore. This freestyle
boardsport, practised between the sky and the sea, was
invented on our coast in 1992 and has become the regional
sport: a refreshing experience to try out in one of the 23
schools with kite-surf instruction.
Wild scenery
for thrilling sensations
Want to get out into the wild? The landscapes of HautLanguedoc are a luxury, with the forests of Aude and
surrounding the Canigou in the Eastern Pyrenees. You can
get there by hiking through limestone rocks, your lungs filled
with the scent of the vegetation of the garrigue, after passing
a “gutted” Cathar castle on your way along the ridge path.
Loners on long hikes, can press on further to the Aubrac
plateau, with its first spring flowers, to admire the dancing
daffodils, or in the winter, kitted out with snowshoes, can cut
across the forests that populate the region’s 18 ski resorts.
Downhill or cross-country skiing, snowboard, snowshoeing,
dog sledding, tobogganing...
True luxury means pampering yourself
For more on all the athletic,
leisure and pleasure activities
consult www.sunfrance.com
Little day-to-day aches and pains can be cured by the sea.
In places like Grau-du-Roi, Port-Camargue, La Grande
Motte, in Banyuls-sur-Mer, Canet in Roussillon and Port
Barcarès. In the grand tradition of seaside spas, these
destinations are greatly appreciated by spa-goers yearround. People come to recharge their energies in
thalassotherapy or balneotherapy institutes that are often
right on the beach, with views overlooking the sea. Here,
algae, sea muds with renowned properties, and seawater,
applied by massage and hydromassage, balms and
treatments, work miracles against stress and foster
wellbeing. This is the revised, exotic version of a southern
seaside tradition, luxurious yet popular... as now that
several institutes have been created along the coast, some
very attractive prices and à la carte formulas are available
(short stays, treatments by the day, or the week, fitness
formulas, detox, etc), thalassotherapy is within everyone’s
reach.
spring
to the sea
waters of youth
From the
in Languedoc-Roussillon
All roads lead back to the source
Higher up in the mountains, where nature has been
preserved, set amidst picturesque villages, the ferruginous
or sulphurous waters, the sense of getting away from it all
and the pure air enrich the energy capital of the spa
visitors. Health is also a gift from the mountains! With
87,000 spa visitors a year, 12 spas dotted between la
Chaldette on the Aubrac in Lozère, Bagnols-les-Bains at
Mont Lozère springs, Allègre-les-Fumades in Gard, Avèneles-Bains, Balaruc-les-Bains and Lamalou-les-Bains in
Hérault, Rennes-les-Bains in Aude, hydrotherapy cures are
the other fountain of youth in Languedoc-Roussillon. A
fountain that flows fast in the Eastern Pyrenees, with five
renowned water spas (Amélie-les-Bains, La Preste-lesBains, Le Boulou, Molitg-les-Bains, Vernet-les-Bains).
These destinations, mostly known since Antiquity, like Les
Fumades-les-Bains where according to legend, Caesar,
the first famous spa visitor, made a halt between two
campaigns, offer visitors the most modern of equipment.
It is simply a matter of choice, although it is often hard to
choose between family spa resorts, spas specializing in
skin treatments, health spas, or simply destinations for
relaxation. Having said that, a state of wellbeing is always
the aim. Whether it’s floating lightly in a swimming pool or
perched up in the trees, on the Aubrac plateau in La
Chaldette, at the heart of the exceptional site in the
Castellane Gorges in Molitg-les-Bains, or in the High Valley
of Aude in Rennes-les-Bains, where trying out the hot
springs is an absolute must.
Flowing hot water, is the other version of happiness in the
mountains. In Cerdagne in the Eastern Pyrenees, at the
end of little roads that seem to get lost in the mountains,
you come to some amazing outdoor hot water springs,
known since Antiquity. These are the hot baths in Llo,
Dorres and Saint-Thomas, where the water gushes from
the granite and schist at 38 to 70°C. A pleasure of
contrasts, where luxury is soaking in the steaming water,
comfortably installed in the baths with the mountain chain
stretched out in front of you, and right before your eyes,
the snow-capped Carlit (2920 m).
Find your next
« Relaxing break and well-being »
stay at www.sunfrance.com
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Maison du Languedoc-Roussillon in Barcelona
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Maison du Languedoc-Roussillon in Shanghai
Tel. +86 21 63 18 00 56
Maison du Languedoc-Roussillon in New York
Tel. +1 646 688 71 70
Maison du Languedoc-Roussillon in London
Tel. +44 207 079 33 42
Bouzigues
3
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Balaruc les Bains
Étang
d'Ingril
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Tel. +33 (0)4 68 11 66 00 / www.audetourisme.com
Comité Départemental du Tourisme du Gard
Tel. +33 (0)4 66 36 96 30 / www.tourismegard.com
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