Visiting Montpellier’s zoo is like going for a nice walk and seeing some animals on the way. It’s set in an 80-hectare park, full of pine trees and walkways where visitors can stroll around and find more than 100 … Continue reading
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Walk and picnic: Domaine de Restincliéres
Drive north out of Montpellier and the jagged summit of Pic Saint Loup soon emerges in the distance ahead of you. You can almost follow your nose toward the peak to arrive at the village of Prades le Lez. … Continue reading
Visit: Aquarium Mare Nostrum
It’s not like I’ve been to loads of them, but as aquariums go, I’m pretty sure Montpellier’s is good; above average even. I love visiting it and my kids beg me on a regular basis to go, so I’d … Continue reading
Cycle: Montpellier to the beach on two wheels
A pleasant way to get to the beach from Montpellier is to cycle. It takes about an hour, but the cycle path leads you on an easy, scenic route along the river. You won’t be puffed out by the time … Continue reading
Walk: Along a beautiful part of the Lez
Just 10 minutes out of town, there’s a beautiful stretch of river. It starts at the foot of the Domaine de Méric, near tram stop Saint Lazare. Follow the sign to ‘Rives du Lez’ and you’ll find yourself at the … Continue reading