Languedoc Rousillon is one
of the Mediterraneans most glorious regions. The area enjoys more than 300 days
of sunshine a year.
The area abounds with
medieval towns and villages, and is steeped in history from Romans, Cathars and
Templar Knights.
If it is beaches you want,
the area has 100s to choose from, lovely stretches of sand all along the coast,
our favourite one being 25 minutes from the house.
SPORTS AND OUTDOOR
For the more adventurous,
the area offers plenty of outdoor activities such as canoeing, sailing, white
water rafting, climbing and mountain walking. For skiing, the Pyrenees
is one hour South (you can see the snow capped mountains from our terrace on a
clear day). For fresh water swimming, there is lake Salagou
which has a list of calendar events during the summer. The Gorge D'Heric
is 40 minutes away, great for picnicking and dipping into fresh water pools.
There is a great little road train which takes you on a picturesque journey up
the gorge to see all the foaming waters of the Heric. Closer to the house,
there is also lake swimming in Vailhan (5 minutes drive).
BEACHES
Cap D'Agde is 1/2 hours
drive away, with numerous beaches and Aqualand. For longer excursions, visit the
up and coming city of Montpellier, or perhaps Nimes with of the the
best preserved Roman Ampitheatres. The World Heritage site of Carcassonne
is about one hours drive, or how about driving or catching the train to Barcelona (3 hours
drive).
PEZENAS
The vibrant artisan town of
Pezenas is only
a 10 minutes drive. In the summer months it is buzzing with individual art
shops, antiques and wonderful pavement cafes and restaurants. Throughout the
year there is a brilliant Saturday market. It is an outstanding town with
something for everyone, our Children love it.
Side Street looking towards
main square with pavement cafes and restaurants
Square with cafes and
restauarnts
Arched Entrance to the
Ghetto
