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  1. South Of France Road Trip: The Ultimate 10 Day Itinerary

    Table of Contents. South of France Road Trip Itinerary. Day 1 - Avignon. Avignon at dusk. Avignon, my suggested starting point for this south of France vacation, is one of the best cities in France to visit. It's best known as the City of Popes - six Popes presided from there in the 13 th and 14 th centuries.

  2. France Road Trip Part 5: Languedoc-Roussillon & Dordogne

    The route would take us a total of 15 km (roughly 10 miles) along the winding Dordogne River, passing by several nice villages along the way. The river was just swift enough to make paddling optional, which was a delight after 2 1/2 weeks spent on the go. After 1 1/2 hours, we arrived to the first town along the river, La Roque-Gagea.

  3. Languedoc-Roussillon travel

    Languedoc-Roussillon. France, Europe. Stretching from Provence to the Pyrenees, this sultry, sun-baked territory (now part of the greater Occitanie region) feels like a country in its own right. It's been a strategic border since Roman times and is awash with historical reminders, from Roman aqueducts to hilltop Cathar castles.

  4. A Road Trip Guide to Languedoc, France

    A road trip guide to Languedoc, France wouldn't be complete without mentioning a few key things. Abundant wineries, Cathar Castles sprinkled across the land, and rolling hills topped with picturesque villages makes the Languedoc special. Whether you come for a long weekend or plan out a few weeks of exploring, it's certainly the kind of road trip you don't want to end.

  5. Road trip

    Le Languedoc Roussillon en road trip. L'Occitanie est l'une des régions les plus appréciées par les touristes. Si vous vous demandez où partir en vacances en France, le Languedoc Roussillon est une région de rêve pour un séjour. Elle conjugue climat ensoleillé, art de vivre, simplicité, gastronomie et atmosphère propice à la ...

  6. Route AD 66: road-tripping the Roman ruins of southern France

    But there's no need to await their grand openings—you can time-travel back to the Roman Empire on a road trip through southern France's spectacular ruins now. ... The route covers an area locals still call Languedoc-Roussillon—though since the region merged with the Midi-Pyrénées in 2016 is officially known as Occitanie.

  7. Things to Do in Languedoc-Roussillon

    Road Trip Guides Alaska Made Easy Great Vacation Ideas in the U.S.A. Best of the Caribbean Best of Mexico Cruise Inspiration. Travel Show Podcasts Our Bookstore. ... Languedoc-Roussillon in the south of France includes the cities of Montpellier, Nîmes, Toulouse, and Carcassonne. One of the leading wine-producing areas of the world, it's also ...

  8. Languedoc-Roussillon: A Guide

    Languedoc-Roussillon is a beautiful region in the south of France with a lot to offer visitors. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your trip: be sure to visit some of the region's many vineyards, take advantage of the region's Mediterranean climate and spend some time outdoors, and don't forget to visit some of the region ...

  9. Languedoc Travel Guide

    There are countless places to swim in Languedoc, but few are as gorgeous as Lac Du Salagou.The deep blue of the lake's water contrasts with the lunar-like red volcanic rock that surrounds it, with the option to swim, sail, fish, windsurf, hike or cycle - and don't forget to check out the ghost town of Celles, an abandoned lakeside village.; If there was a beauty contest for the prettiest ...

  10. Languedoc-Roussillon Travel Guide Resources & Trip Planning Info by

    Languedoc-Roussillon. While sharing many of the same attributes as Provence (climate, wind, grapes, and sea), this sunny, southwesternmost region of France is allocated little time by most travelers. Lacking Provence's cachet and sophistication, Languedoc-Roussillon feels more real. Pay homage to Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in Albi; spend a night ...

  11. All About the Languedoc Roussillon Region of France

    Languedoc Roussillon may be one of the least densely populated regions of France, but it has several large and mid-sized cities that are unique, fascinating and beautiful, including: Carcassonne: Featuring an entire miniature city that is a castle, this is one of France's great sites. Try to avoid visiting in the high season, but if you do, go ...

  12. Languedoc Travel Guide

    Weather in the Languedoc-Roussillon. The summer months are of course the warmest in the Languedoc-Roussillon region with average temperatures in the day reaching 30 degrees in July and August. It rarely gets cold as such in Languedoc, only for a few weeks in the middle of winter, other than this, it is relatively warm all year round with little ...

  13. Road trip en Occitanie : circuit et itinéraire en Languedoc-Roussillon

    Nous vous proposons un road trip en Occitanie, qui rassemble une multitude de paysages unique en France. Des plages de sable fin aux montagnes, tout en passant par des villages perchés et villes de caractère. L'itinéraire est le suivant : Nîmes - Montpellier - Le Grau du Roi - Sète - Béziers - Narbonne - Carcassonne ...

  14. The 17 Best Places To Visit in Languedoc-Roussillon, France

    If you visit Languedoc-Roussillon, discover this ancient city bathed in sunshine. The so-called "French Rome" has the best preserved Roman remains in the country, thanks to which it was classified as a "city of art and history.". The Arena,the Maison Carré, the Magne Tower and the Jardins de la Fontaine are of course must-sees.

  15. Languedoc-Roussillon: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024

    Languedoc-Roussillon Tourism: Tripadvisor has 2,187,667 reviews of Languedoc-Roussillon Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Languedoc-Roussillon resource. ... Hike Via Domitia, a Roman road, or rent a barge for a trip down the Canal du Midi. Read more. Essential Languedoc-Roussillon. Do. Places to see, ways to wander, and ...

  16. The Besieged and the Beautiful in Languedoc

    My plan was to take a weeklong road trip through Languedoc toward the rugged border with Spain, to get to the heart of this medieval epic. Unfortunately, my chances of imagining the historical ...

  17. Idées de road-trips en Occitanie

    Road-trip entre Lot, Aveyron et Lozère. Découvrez nos idées de circuits en voiture à la découverte de l'Occitanie. A faire en toute liberté, selon vos envies, votre budget et le temps dont vous disposez (2 jours ou plus). A chaque étape, vous pouvez choisir où dormir, où manger, que faire. Bonnes adresses et plan de l'itinéraire en plus.

  18. 18 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Languedoc-Roussillon

    Carcassonne Map - Attractions (Historical) 2. Montpellier. Fountain of the Three Graces and the Montpellier National Opera House. With its elegant buildings, grand public squares, and balmy weather, Montpellier is a top tourist destination of the Languedoc-Roussillon region.

  19. Plan Your Trip to Languedoc-Roussillon: Best of Languedoc-Roussillon

    Languedoc-Roussillon Tourism: Tripadvisor has 2,186,843 reviews of Languedoc-Roussillon Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Languedoc-Roussillon travel resource. ... Hike Via Domitia, a Roman road, or rent a barge for a trip down the Canal du Midi. Read more. Essential Languedoc-Roussillon. Do. Places to see, ways to wander ...

  20. THE 10 BEST Languedoc-Roussillon Tours & Excursions for 2024

    12. Small-Group Half-Day Languedoc Pic Saint-Loup Wine Tour from Montpellier. 33. Food & Drink. 3-4 hours. With this half day wine tour discover the picturesque and geologically surprising landscape of the Pic Saint-Loup, one of…. Free cancellation. Recommended by 96% of travelers.

  21. Languedoc-Roussillon, France

    Plan your trip to Languedoc-Roussillon. Start by getting to the destination from your hometown. Then figure out where to stay (like Hotel de Vigniamont), find things to see and do (like Minerve), and research places to eat (like Relais Chantovent). ... Languedoc-Roussillon road conditions. What are some good hotels in Languedoc-Roussillon? Here ...

  22. The Best Off Road Trails in Languedoc-Roussillon-Midi ...

    Find the best Off Road trails in Languedoc-Roussillon-Midi-Pyrénées (France). Discover the most beautiful places, download GPS tracks and follow the top routes on a map. ... Route #1 of our Transpirenaica Trip 2021 You'll start in Arles Sur Tech. A good conditioned but curvy road leads to the Col de la Descarga Pass at 1.400m. Here you have ...

  23. The Languedoc-Roussillon Wine Trail

    Hit the road in search of the wines of Languedoc-Roussillon These trails will take you through the Rhone Valley and the foothills of the Pyrenees. There are many different options, but each one takes you through some wonderful landscapes where the cultural heritage and architecture are as stunning as the natural beauty.