The region
Welcome to the heart of Languedoc, a land of character between sea, vineyards and mountains, where every village, abbey and landscape tells a story. Make the most of your stay to explore this authentic region: medieval towns, wild gorges, renowned vineyards, colourful markets, peaceful beaches... Languedoc invites you to prolong the magic of your wedding with a getaway rich in discoveries, flavours and emotions.
Historic sites and medieval villages
Carcassonne : the largest medieval fortified city in Europe, just
55 minutes from the castle.
Fontfroide Abbey : beautifully restored Cistercian monastery combining Romanesque heritage, remarkable gardens, art and wine in the heart of a preserved natural setting (30 minutes)
Minerve : former Cathar stronghold perched on a promontory (30 mins)
Towns of character
Béziers : ancient city with Roman amphitheatre, cathedral, Paul Riquet alleys and the Canal du Midi. Its market halls are the most beautiful in France (30 min)
Narbonne : formerly a port, it is home to the famous Via Domitia (20 minutes away).
Pézenas : the former town of Molière, it is home to many artisans nestled in charming cobbled streets (45 mins)
Rivers, canals and lakes
Canal du Midi : bike ride or boat trip between Béziers, Capestang, and Castelnaudary (10 minutes)
Lac du Salagou : picturesque landscapes and biodiversity, outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, horse riding and swimming. (1 hour)
Fonseranes Locks (Béziers): engineering masterpiece of the Canal du Midi (25 min)
The Orb (Roquebrun, Cessenon-sur-Orb): canoeing, swimming, fishing and wilderness (40 mins)
The coastline
Gruissan : chalets on stilts, pink salt marshes, old village and beaches (35 mins)
Narbonne-Plage / Saint-Pierre-la-Mer : family beaches, local market, surfing and kitesurfing (35 minutes)
Peyrac-de-mer : a wilder, more natural atmosphere, a stroll along pontoons and a nod to "Tout le bleu du ciel" (35 mins)