Hi there
I am looking to travel to Languedoc-Roussillon region to taste the south of france, but can anyone please recommend where to base yourself to get the most out of this area in one week and top places to visit- we loved Dorgegone region, so would like to stick to pretty little towns/villages but to have access to the coast - any suggestions for a great self catering apartment?!
Or this region not prefered vs. others in southern france?!
Many thanks!
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Hi
it is really too big to expect to explore everything in one week. I%26#39;ve lived here for 10 years and not seen everything yet.
So, I%26#39;d say aim to stay somewhere near Sete. You have :
rail and road connections
provence and spain are under 2 hrs away
Worth researching these places :
Montpellier, regional capital of Languedoc Rousillon, and Herault is an old university town. Medical schools were established during the occupation by the Moors around the 9th century. The Moors, at that time, were the most advanced scientific culture in the Mediterranean basin. Today Montpellier has stunning modern architecture alongside an ancient centre. The tram makes it easy to visit the numerous art galleries and museums.
Nimes, the capital of Gard, was the Nemausus of Roman history. The arena (built AD or BC 0) is still in use. The old city and Maison Carre are worth visiting.
Arles is of interest for its extensive Roman remains and also it%26#39;s artistic history.
Narbonne, just outside Languedoc, has fine Roman remains.
Mountain areas include Mt Aigoual, Anduze, Florac, Ganges, Gorge du Tarn, Mt Lozere, Mende, Millau, St Guilhem le Desert, St Hippolyte du Fort, St Enimie, Sauve, Le Vigan,
Coastal towns include Beziers, Bouzigues, Camargue, Canal du Midi, Cap d’Agde, Grande Motte, Grau de Roi %26amp; Port Camargue, Maguelone, Marseillan, Meze, Sete.
Historical interest in Aigues Mortes, Beaucaire, Lodeve, Pezenas, Sommieres, Uzes, Pont du Gard, Lunel (inc Ambrussum).
There are many other towns, outside Languedoc, but within reach and worth visiting. The majority of these can be reached by car within less than 2 hours, but Barcelona is just under 3 hours from Montpellier.
A small selection -Aix en Provence, Andorra, Avignon, Banyuls, Barcelona, Les Calanques, Carcasonne, Ceret, Collioure, Figueras (Dali museum), Girona, Gorge d’Ardeche, Larzac, Les Baux de Provence, Marseille, Martigues, Mont Ventoux, Orange, Perpignan, Tautavel, Toulon.
Have fun
Peter
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Hello, thanks for this wonderful review! I am looking to base a visit for about a month or so, to practice my French and paint and draw. Would this be a good place for a single middle-age woman to light? I%26#39;ve travelled alone quite a bit and am not afraid to plug into the cultural life of places I visit. Since you have lived there for quite some time, do you think it a safe place for a single woman? I am certainly amenable to travel the bus and rail roots, as well as rent a car to spread out.
Can one rent a little self contained apartment where one can go to the grocery and provide for oneself? Many thanks for a reply.
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Unless you need to be on the coast, it would be better ( easier %26amp; cheaper!) to stay in Montpellier, Beziers or Pezenas. They are all close to the transport links and have in city activities.
Peter
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