Palavas-les-Flots The closest beach to Montpellier is in the seaside resort of Palavas-les-Flots. It was originally a fishing village and from the late 19th century until 1968 a train took Montpellierians all the way there. The heart of the … Continue reading
Category Archives: Beaches
Visit: Cirque de Navacelles for stunning views and swimming
It’s amazing what water does to mountains. When rivers flow through them, the water erodes the rocks to make great gorges, ravines and caves. One of the most wonderful examples of this in the Languedoc is the Cirque de Navacelles; … 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
Swim: Beauty spots for clear-water bathing
You know, you don’t have to go to the beach for a swim in the Languedoc, in fact if you want to paddle somewhere truly beautiful you should try one of the region’s rivers or lakes. There are endless spots … Continue reading