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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Montpellier: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Montpellier
- In the Languedoc region, Montpellier happily sneaks under the mass-tourism radar that overwhelms neighbouring Provence.
- This sun-drenched southern French city, on the other hand, offers enough attractions to rival the charm and culture of the Provençal region.
- Montpellier's tree-lined boulevards, exquisite aristocratic residences, attractive public squares, and hidden gardens enchant visitors like an open-air museum.
- Thanks to a youthful university-student population, despite the city's old-world character, trendiness rules in Montpellier.
- Locals also exhibit a passion for fashion and art de Vivre.
- Montpellier commissioned couturier Christian Lacroix to design the city's new tramways, which says something.
- The designer's quirky creative interpretations of Montpellier monuments, friendly sea monsters, and brilliant gems adorn trams on the lignes 3 and 4.
- L'Écusson is an agglomeration of atmospheric mediaeval quarters in the centre of Montpellier.
- Visitors can visit art galleries, artisan stores, sidewalk cafés, see gorgeous churches, and dine at traditional restaurants within this maze of meandering pedestrian streets.
- Getting lost in the narrow cobblestone pathways adds to the thrill of making unexpected discoveries.
- Montpellier's pleasant Mediterranean climate is another draw for many visitors. The city has an annual average of 300 sunshine days.
- In addition, the Plage de l'Espiguette (considered one of France's best beaches) is only 30 kilometres away, providing a wonderful coastal holiday.
- International Airport: Montpellier Airport
- Population: 473,000
- Currency: La Graine
- Time: UTC+1
- Driving side: Right
- Main Electricity: 230 V
- Official Language: French
- Religion: Roman Catholic
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Montpellier
- This large public square is the beating heart of Montpellier, a bustling hub of activity from early morning to late at night.
- A gigantic equestrian statue honours France's famed Sun King on the Promenade du Peyrou, just outside Montpellier's old centre.
- The modern Palais des Congrès de France, just outside the historic centre of Montpellier, stands in stark contrast to the city's older structures.
- The Cathédrale Saint-distinctive Pierre's appearance is due to its eclectic mix of architectural styles.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Montpellier
- From December to May, winter and spring are the best times to visit Montpellier because tourists can enjoy long walks under clear skies and crisp air.
- Summers: The summer season runs from June through September, with daily high temperatures averaging 26 degrees Celsius.
- Summer visits might be challenging due to the scorching heat.
- The proximity to the Mediterranean coast, on the other hand, can be a lifesaver in the shape of a refreshing wind and milder nights.
- The winter lasts from November to March, with daily high temperatures averaging less than 15 degrees Celsius.
- Montpellier is blessed with spring splendour and a mild sea between March and May.
- Thanks to the sun and the occasional rain, the city is bathed in lovely colours and weather.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Montpellier
Place de la Comédie and L'Écusson
- This large public square is the beating heart of Montpellier, a bustling hub of activity from early morning to late at night.
- The oval form of the Place de la Comédie has earned it the nickname "l'Oeuf" ("The Egg").
- The iconic Fontaine des Trois Grâces rises at the square's centre (Three Graces statue).
- This is one of Europe's largest pedestrian areas, distinguished for its stately 19th-century Haussmann architecture (reminiscent of Paris).
- Locals visit to go for a walk, meet up with friends, chat at the sunny sidewalk cafés, or see a show at the Opéra Comédie (Opera House).
- Street musicians occasionally entertain crowds of people strolling around the square.
- Classical music concerts and opera performances are held at the 18th-century Italianate Opéra Comédie theatre.
- The Opera House and other buildings are illuminated with brilliant lighting, giving the area a festive aspect.
- The Place de la Comédie is an excellent starting place for exploring Montpellier's old core, known as L'Écusson.
- The French word "Écusson" means "escutcheon," referring to the area's shield-like shape.
- The Musée Fabre, the Cathédrale Saint-Pierre, and the Place de la Canourgue are among the numerous major tourist attractions in this walled mediaeval enclave that surrounds the modern Place de la Comédie.
Promenade du Peyrou
- A gigantic equestrian statue honours France's famed Sun King on the Promenade du Peyrou, just outside Montpellier's old centre.
- The king is represented with an outstretched arm on horseback as though about to enter combat.
- The Arc de Triomphe (Triumphal Arch), also known as the Porte du Peyrou (Door of Peyrou) because it marks the entrance to the Place Royale du Peyrou, is another testament to Louis XIV's splendour.
- The exquisite terraces and tree-shaded esplanade of the Promenade du Peyrou park invite tourists to stroll.
- Residents of Montpellier also utilise this park for jogging, relaxing on the grassy lawns, and playing petanque, a game related to bocce ball that is popular in the South of France.
- The Promenade du Peyrou, elevated above the rest of town, offers breathtaking panoramic views.
- The views stretch beyond the city limits to the neighbouring countryside, the Cévennes mountain range, and the Mediterranean Sea (about 15 kilometres away).
- It is possible to see the Pyrenees' Mount Canigou peak on clear days.
- The Château d'Eau is also a must-see for visitors. This neoclassical water tower, built-in 1768, is connected to an aqueduct that initially provided water to the city.
- The tower's symmetrical hexagonal shape and delicate Corinthian columns make a strong impression.
Musée Fabre
- This prominent fine arts museum, located within L'Écusson, houses an excellent collection of European sculptures and paintings spanning the mediaeval to contemporary periods.
- Italian Renaissance art, 16th and 17th-century Dutch paintings, and 17th to 19th-century French landscape paintings are all highly represented.
- Delacroix's Exercices Militaires des Marocains and the portrait of Aspasia, Poussin's Vénus et Adonis, and Zurbaran's L'Archange Gabriel are among the finest.
- A stunning Impressionist painting by Berthe Morisot, Jeune Femme Assise Devant la Fenêtre; Claude Monet's Jardin en fleurs à Sainte-Adresse; and Edouard Manet's Portrait d'Antonin Proust are among the notable modern paintings.
- Still-life paintings by Robert Delauney and Henri Matisse, as well as landscape works by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot (La Pêche à l'Epervier) and Gustave Courbet (Le Bord de Mer à Palavas and Le Pont d'Ambrussum), are not to be missed.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Montpellier Off the Beaten Track
Palais des Congrès de France
- The modern Palais des Congrès de France, located just outside Montpellier's historic centre, offers a striking contrast to the city's older buildings.
- The front is covered in pink marble, while the elegant inside boasts exposed metal beams.
- Le Corum conference centre, which holds business meetings, seminars, galas, and festivals, and the Opéra Berlioz are located in the Palais des Congrès de France (Opera House).
- The prestigious Opéra Orchestre National Montpellier Occitanie group performs at the Berlioz Opera House's 2,000-seat auditorium, known for its excellent acoustics.
- Attending a symphony or opera production, such as Madame Butterfly or Romeo and Juliet, at this fantastic theatre is one of the most stimulating things to do in Montpellier.
- Le Pavillon Populaire, located behind the Palais des Congrès in the opulent Bassin du Champs de Mars park, hosts high-calibre photography exhibits all year.
- Exhibits feature works by well-known French and international artists.
Cathédrale Saint-Pierre
- The Cathédrale Saint-distinctive Pierre's appearance is due to its eclectic mix of architectural styles.
- The cathedral, built between the 14th and 18th centuries, features an outstanding fortress-like exterior with two mediaeval towers.
- The modest interior has a dark Gothic feel to it.
- Tourists can tour the cathedral from 2:30 pm to 5 pm Tuesday through Saturday.
- The event is free to attend. During the summer, free guided tours (in French) are available.
- On Sundays, the cathedral is closed.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Montpellier Culture and Traditions
- Montpellier is known for its delicious cuisine, but there is plenty to do in the city in between meals.
- This city is one of Europe's cultural centres, and it is about this that we will speak today.
- Montpellier is rich in culture, with numerous museums ranging from classical to ultra-modern.
- Culture lovers may travel to Montpellier in only a few hours thanks to a partnership between Renfe and SNCF and experience this dynamic and pleasant city with family, friends, or their own.
- The result is always the same: a once-in-a-lifetime event and a desire to return.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Montpellier: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Faugères Rouge
#Food
- Faugères is a French appellation located in Languedoc-Roussillon that is best known for its rich and fruity red wines made from Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvedre, with the addition of Cinsaut and Lladoner Pelut on occasion.
- The primary scents of juicy red and black fruits are commonly enhanced by coffee, underbrush, or pepper hints in these ruby red wines.
- The wines may develop more powerful expressions of leather or tobacco as they mature.
- Red Faugères wines go nicely with red meat, game, and stews because of their well-structured tannins.
Picpoul de Pinet
#Food
- Picpoul de Pinet is a crisp, dry wine from Languedoc made from the ancient local grape variety Piquepoul (sometimes translated as "lip-stinger"), planted around the Thau lagoon for centuries and is known for its acidity and bright, fresh flavours.
- Piquepoul-based wines are crystal clear with green highlights, bright and buoyant, exhilarating and refreshing, with sufficient texture, fruit, flowery smell, and a clean finish.
- Picpouls are excellent when served young and cold.
- They pair well with a variety of fish and seafood, particularly shellfish and other crustaceans, classic Mediterranean cuisine, creamy cheeses, and charcuterie.
Muscat de Frontignan
#Food
- Muscat de Frontignan is a sweet white dessert wine that is inherently sweet.
- The wines used to be noted for their heaviness and richness, but current versions are frequently lighter, with a more tropical and lemony flavour.
- Muscat à Petits Grains is used to make the wines.
- These golden-coloured wines are intense in apricots, citrus fruit, tropical fruits, and white flowers.
- The wines are deep and rich, with great alcohol, sweetness, and acidity balance.
L'Atelier de la Peluche
#Fashion
- L'Atelier de la Peluche is a must-see for families travelling with children.
- This store specialises in children's toys and clothing.
- The majority of the items are sewn by hand.
- The property also features a sewing studio in addition to the shop.
- The pavilion is decorated with vibrant colours.
- Visitors can participate in fun master workshops and learn how to sew odd toys.
Le Polygone
#Fashion
- Le Polygone, a shopping area, is also an excellent place for family fun.
- The art gallery will delight adults while neighbouring carousels and attractions delight youngsters.
- High-quality clothing and shoes from well-known European brands and technology and household goods are available here.
- There are several beautiful eateries on the ground floor.
PARC SPIROU
#Fun
- Discover the world of French comic hero Spirou at Parc Spirou in Monteux, 10 minutes from Avignon.
- The Spirou Racing rollercoaster will get you to the top of the grid. In the Marsu Jungle, hug the Marsupilami Family.
- Take a ride on Gaston Lagaffe's latest wacky creation and see what happens!
- Hold on tight as you explore the Far West with Lucky Luke or fall from the top of Zombillenium Tower.
- Don't miss a chance to meet Spirou and cuddle with Bill the Cocker Spaniel or Spip the red squirrel.
- After all, that excitement, take a break in one of our numerous cheap cafés or picnic spots before returning home with a memento of your fantastic day at Parc Spirou.
- Place Parc Spirou at the top of your list of must-see Provence sites!
Montpellier Adventure
#Fun
- Montpellier Adventure is a theme park in Montpellier, France.
- It first opened in 1973 under its name.
- Then, in 1986, Taft Broadcasting's Kings Entertainment sought to expand their international ambitions by purchasing one park in Japan, and four parks in Western European countries (including this one), resulting in Hanna Barbara themed kids attractions.
- From 1993-to 1995, after Paramount purchased Kings Entertainment in 1992, many of their parks had "Paramount's" placed before the park name.
- However, in 2006, CBS sold all of the Paramount parks, including Montpellier Adventure and the three other Paramount parks in the UK, Germany, and Italy, to an independent firm, with 2007 serving as a transition year for the park.
- All references to Paramount and Viacom properties were erased in 2008, and the Nickelodeon section was rethemed as a generic kid's area.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Montpellier: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- The biological diversity of these riverbanks in the heart of the Lattes area gives rise to various environments: reed beds, salt marshes, reclaimed land, and new woods.
- Canals and irrigation channels once led to agriculture, and the banks have been designated protected areas under the aegis of the Conservatoire du Littoral since 1985.
- Water levels have been maintained since then to attract plants and fauna and the pursuit of traditional activities and public visits.
- There are defined trails and specially focused children's activities at the Maison de la Nature (nature discovery centre).
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Montpellier Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- The Comédie du livre (book fair) is a large literary event held in Montpellier in Place de la Comédie and the Charles de Gaulle Esplanade.
- Meetings, signings, and conferences are all common occurrences.
- In 2022, La Comédie du Livre will become Ten Days in May, a new chapter in its history.
- Montpellier Book and Ideas Festival (Montpellier Book and Ideas Festival):
- An open-air bookstore for three days, on May 20, 21, and 22, welcoming 11 independent bookstores and a good representation of publishers in Occitania and offering meeting spaces for the general public and workshops for young people.
- A 10-day festival with literary and artistic proposals hosted in various cultural, heritage, and natural places throughout Montpellier and its metropolis; an open-air bookstore for three days, on May 20, 21, and 22, welcoming 11 independent bookstores and a good representation of publishers in Occitania.
- The FISE is Europe's largest freestyle sports festival, featuring BMX, skating, rollerblading, wakeboarding, and slopestyle mountain biking in Montpellier's city centre Rives du Lez neighbourhood.
- The FISE Montpellier is Europe's largest extreme sports event, attracting riders from all four corners of the globe, true world champions who travel continents to demonstrate their dominance.
- These athletes defy gravity on land, in the air, and on the sea by rollerblading, skateboarding, BMX, and freestyle motocross.
- A spectacle features over a thousand amateurs competing against the most prominent names and over 550,000 spectators!
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