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Experiences & the Region

Visit the Languedoc region from our luxury accommodation in Narbonne

Unforgettable experiences
Stretching lazily along the Mediterranean from the Côte d’Azur to the Spanish border, the Languedoc is the quintessential South of France, a region of vibrant fishing villages, endless beaches, rolling vineyards and cypress fringed olive groves, of medieval castles perched on rocky outcrops, thriving market towns and forgotten hamlets.

For all its feel of splendid isolation, Château Capitoul is just five minutes from the picturesque fishing village of Gruissan. The golden beaches of the Mediterranean are just a few minutes beyond or a comfortable cycle through the lagoon on our complimentary bikes.

Five minutes in the other direction is Narbonne, a small Roman city with a lively promenade culture of buzzy canal side restaurants and bars, and one of the most beautiful covered food markets in France.

And right beside us La Clape, once a wooded island harboring Roman galleys, today the massif is a 37,000 acre conservation area crisscrossed with walking and biking trails with spectacular views over the Mediterranean and the surrounding countryside.

Our concierge team are on hand throughout your stay to unlock the hidden gems of the Languedoc as well as to advise and help with reserving any of the experiences below. To guarantee availability pre-booking is strongly recommended. 
Locations
Type of activity
Audience
Wine & Walk
Explore the fabulous wine heritage of the Château during this unique guided tour through the vineyards with our wine expert. Enjoy the stunning views over the surrounding countryside and learn more about the biodiversity of the terroir, the grape varieties and winemaking. You will then taste five delicious wines crafted by our wine partners Domaines Bonfils with a commentary by our wine expert. Children will taste three local grape juices just like the grown-ups. Our team provide straw hats to help protect you from the blissful Mediterranean sunshine.
 
Activity includes: Guided tour and wine tasting of five wines from Château Capitoul and three different grape juices for children
Duration: 90 minutes
Price: €25 per adult and €9 per child
Schedule: In July and August this activity is scheduled on Fridays from 11:00 to 12:30 in French and from 5:30pm to 7pm in English. During other times of the year, upon request and subject to availability.
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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Terroir Secrets with our Winemaker
Slow down and relax in the exquisite Château nestled in the heart of our stunning vineyards. Join our wine expert to savour four delicious wines crafted from the Bonfils family terroirs, independent wine makers going back six generations. Our Chef will have prepared some tasty canapés to pair with the wines making this the unmissable pre-dinner rendezvous.
Activity includes: Tasting of four premium Bonfils wines served with four canapés prepared by our Chef

Duration: 60 minutes
Price: €35 per adult
Schedule: In July and August this experience is scheduled on Mondays from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. Other times of the year upon request and subject to availability. 

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Picnic in the Vines
Do you feel like a laid-back lunch relaxing in the shade of an olive or pine tree, offering enchanting views of the surrounding vineyards? Then treat yourselves to a gourmet picnic hamper prepared by our Chef. You will enjoy only the freshest and most delicious produce sourced locally, such as charcuterie, cheeses, dips, chutneys, fresh fruit, wine from the Château and soft drinks. You will be provided with a thermal backpack containing everything you need for your picnic, so you can just hop on your bike or set off by foot and delight in the adventure.
 
Activity includes: Picnic hamper prepared by the Chef placed in a thermal backpack
Complementary trail bikes
E-bike hire from €43 per person per day
Picnic / thermal backpack: prior reservation required 24 hours in advance
Duration: Unlimited
Price: Picnic €25 per adult and €15 per child under 12. Prior reservation required at least 24 hours in advance at Reception.
Trail bikes are available free of charge at reception.

E-bikes can be hired from our partner from €45 per day.
Optional child equipment is available on request.
We recommend complementary trail bike reservations be made 24 hours in advance and e-bike reservations at least 48 hours in advance. 


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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Discover the vineyards by bike
Enjoy a leisurely bike ride with family and friends through the vineyards. The trails will take you through glorious scenery where you can discover the Languedoc’s unique biodiversity, riding along some of the routes used during the Tour de France. You are welcome to use the complementary bikes and we advise you book them in advance to ensure availability. Maps are available at reception and signposts dotted along the trail will make this a fun and interesting activity for all.
 
Activity includes: Complementary trail bikes or e-bike hire for an additional cost.
Duration: Unlimited
Price: Trail bikes are available free of charge at reception.

E-bikes can be hired from our partner from €45 per day.
Optional child equipment is available on request.
We recommend complementary trail bike reservation be made 24 hours in advance and e-bike reservations at least 48 hours in advance. 


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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Wine & Cheese Pairing Workshop
The perfect workshop for cheese lovers. You will sample five types of French cheese and five wines carefully selected from the Châteaux and Terroirs of our wine partners, Domaines Bonfils. Our wine expert will introduce you to the techniques and language of wine and cheese pairing. You will also learn about the concept of terroir, an essential part of French culture. This workshop is a good base to give you greater confidence for your next dinner party or family get-together.
 
Activity includes: Five fine cheeses paired with five wines carefully selected from the Bonfils estates, served with a variety of artisanal bread, jams and chutneys
Duration: 90 minutes
Price: €59 per adult
Schedule: In July and August this workshop is scheduled on Mondays from 2pm to 3:30pm. Other times of the year upon request and subject to availability. 
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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Wine & Chocolate Masterclass
A joy for chocolate lovers, a delight for wine enthusiasts and heaven for those who love both.
 
Do you know that wine and chocolate share a common language? Chocolate comes in a myriad of colours, flavours and textures and when carefully paired with wine creates sensational combinations.
Join our wine expert Christine for this interactive experience and taste a carefully curated selection of delicious wines crafted by our winemakers, Domaines Bonfils. Each wine will be paired with a fine chocolate from luxury French chocolate house Valrhona.
 
Activity includes: A selection of luxury Valrhona chocolates paired with five wines carefully chosen from the Châteaux and estates of our winemakers, Domaines Bonfils
Duration: 90 minutes
Price: €69 per adult
Schedule:  In July and August this workshop is scheduled on Mondays from 4pm to 5:30pm. Other times of the year upon request and subject to availability. 

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Little Wine Grower
This brilliant and tasty activity lets children become winemakers for the day. They get to explore the vineyards with our qualified facilitators at the Kids’ Club and learn about the vine leaves, the grapes and loads more. Back at camp they will have fun doing arts and crafts inspired by the vineyards and understand basic tasting techniques with fresh seasonal fruit and delicious grape juices.
 
Activity includes: Fun exploration of the vineyards, with an arts and crafts activity and discovery tasting of three different grape juices and a selection of fresh fruit.
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Price: €25 per child (ages 4 to 12)
Schedule: From 2.30 pm to 5pm every Friday during the school holidays. Prior reservation required.

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24
Hatha Yoga & Meditation Class
Feel the soft breezes from the surrounding countryside as you salute the sun, bathed in the warm Mediterranean sunlight. Chelo, our fully qualified Hatha yoga instructor, offers advanced and beginner classes tailored to your needs and fitness, restoring harmony of body and soul, held in a relaxed and breathtaking location.
 
Activity includes: Yoga and meditation class in the gardens of the Château. Yoga mat provided.
Duration: 60 minutes
Price: €75 per adult for a private class
For 2 to 4 people: €40 per adult
During the school holidays we offer group and family yoga from €25 per adult and from €50 per family
Schedule: Every morning, subject to availability.
Yoga classes can be organised late afternoon or early evening upon request and subject to availability.

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Forest and Vineyard bathing shinrin-yoku
Shinrin-yoku, or « forest bathing », is a form of Japanese therapy focusing on sensory engagement which encourages you to reconnect with nature. Chelo, our instructor, will take you on a walk through the vineyards and woods and invite you to awaken your senses. She will alternate breathing and sensory exercices, introduce mindfulness meditation and relaxation techniques. The therapeutic benefits are instantaneous and can help both adults and children de-stress, boosting their health and well-being.
 
Activity includes: A meditative walk departing from the Château crossing through the vineyards, pine groves and herb gardens. Minimum 2 persons.
Duration: 90 minutes
Price: For 2 people: €65 per adult
For 3 to 4 people: €45 per adult
Shinrin-Yoku sessions can be organised upon request for groups and families, from €25 per adult and €20 per child (depending on the number of participants).
Schedule: Every day from 9:30am to 11am subject to availability. Prior reservation required.

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Nature Yoga & Spa
Enjoy a gentle start to your day with a yoga class. Chelo, our fully qualified Hatha & Lyengar yoga instructor, offers advanced and beginner classes in the enchanting gardens of the Château’s Cinq Mondes Spa. You will then relax in the luminous and elegant Spa, where you will enjoy access to the indoor heated poor, hydromassage jets, whirlpool, hammam and sauna imbued with essential oils, a relaxation area and tearoom. Take a moment for yourself to curl up on a lounger, relax in the sun and recharge your batteries in a haven of tranquility.
 
Includes: Morning yoga and meditation session followed by access to the Cinq Mondes Spa for 2 hours.
Duration: 3 hours
Price: Private yoga lesson and access to spa: €100 per adult
From 2 to 4 people: €65 per adult
Schedule: All year from 9am to 12am subject to availability. Prior reservation required.

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Spa & Lunch
How do you feel about taking a gourmet and leisurely getaway? We suggest you take a moment for yourself in our exclusive haven of lush vegetation and tranquility and indulge in one of our exquisite facial or body massages. After which, you can chill in the balneum and enjoy full access to the heated indoor pool, hydromassage jets, whirlpool, hammam and sauna imbued with essential oils, a relaxation area and tearoom. Curl up on a sun lounger before heading to the restaurant in the Château where our Chef awaits. You will be welcomed with a delicious lunch inspired by the fresh produce from the on-site vegetable garden.
 
Includes: Face or body treatment for 50 minutes, access to Cinq Mondes Spa for 2 hours, 3-course farm-to-plate lunch (starter, main and desert) (wine and beverages not included).
Duration: Half day
Price: €149 per adult
Schedule: May to September from 9am onwards
October to April from 10am onwards

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Well-being & Wine Experience
It is no secret that relaxation and pleasure are the ideal antidote to stress. Treat yourself to a sensuous combination of wine and wellbeing and join us for a unique experience in the heart of a glorious Château. Start with our Signature message, an à la carte ritual featuring active ingredients made of grape-pip oil, which will focus on harmonising body and mind to rebalance and release tension. Next, spend two hours in the balneum, our light-filled Mediterranean sanctuary, where you can enjoy the heated swimming pool, aromatherapy hammam and sauna, relaxation area and hot tub. Continue your experience and join our wine expert for an informal and enjoyable wine tasting, exploring four delicious wines served with four canapés. The ideal way to start your evening.
 
Includes: Signature body grape-pip oil massage for 50 or 80 minutes, access to the Cinq Mondes Spa for two hours, followed by a 60-minute wine tasting “Terroir Secrets”.
Duration: Half day
Price: €145 per adult (based on 50-minute massage)
€195 per adult (based on 80-minute massage)
Schedule: All year from 2pm to 7:30pm upon request and subject to availability.

In July and August this experience is scheduled on Mondays.

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Family Morning Spa
The exquisite and luminous Cinq Mondes Spa offers a magical way to be pampered en famille. What better way to unwind than spending some family time with your loved ones? During the school holidays we have reserved a specific session for you to have special 1-1 time to bond and make memories to last a lifetime. Parent and child over five years old will spend two hours in the heated swimming pool and hot tub and then enjoy a body massage or facial together. Our treatments and products feature the French brand Nougatine which is natural and free of parabens, silicones and artificial colourings, perfectly suited to the soft and delicate skin of our little darlings.
 
Includes: Access to Cinq Mondes Spa for two hours, followed by a 20-minute massage or facial in a double cabin. Nougatine treatments are specifically designed for the sensitive skins of younger children and teenagers.
Duration: 2h30
Price: Parent-Child Duo €160 (children from the age of five)
Schedule: Exclusively during the summer holidays
Access to the Cinq Mondes Spa from 9am to 11am, followed by a 20-minute massage or facial.

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Private Tennis Coaching
Whether you have never played before or are looking to level up your game, there is no doubt that playing tennis in such a glorious setting is an experience you cannot miss.  You will be playing on a clay court inspired by the mythical courts at Roland Garros. Our tennis coach Olivier offers beginner through to advanced classes, both in group and private sessions, with tailored content within each to ensure progress is being made. We advise you book a court and any equipment you may need in advance to make the most of this opportunity.
 
Includes: Free access to the tennis court between 7am and 10pm upon prior reservation at reception. Balls and rackets can be provided. Private lessons with Olivier upon reservation.
Duration: 60-minute session
Price: Private lesson €70 per person
Schedule: Private lessons are available all year upon reservation and subject to availability.

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
“Pétanque et Apéritif” A taste of the South of France
Pétanque is a quintessential French pastime and one of the most iconic. And it’s easy to understand why. Who can resist the clinking sound as the heavy metal balls strike each other and the enthusiasm and camaraderie it inspires? We encourage you to embrace your inner Pagnol – and revel in the experience on the Château’s pétanque pitch. Enjoy the convivial banter as you assess which boule is closest to the cochonnet, sipping an aperitif with family or friends.
 
Activity includes: Pétanque boules and cochonnet are available at reception.
Drinks can be ordered from the bar.
Duration: Unlimited
Price: Complementary Pétanque set is available at reception. Please consult Drinks and Cocktails List for prices.
Schedule: Every day from April to November from 5pm

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Guided E-Scooter tour of the Gruissan Salt Plains
Breathe in the fresh sea air and embark on this eco-friendly tour with our partners Trott Up! Hop onto an electric scooter and explore the region in a different way, admiring the spectacular views of the pink-hued lake of the Salins and the La Clape vineyards. You will visit the Île Saint Martin, heading down a beaten track to an unspoilt wild beach, crossing the Salt Flats until you reach the picturesque fishermen cabins of the Pêcheurs de l’Ayrolle. This tour is open to all from age 12. A glorious way to spend the day with friends or family.
 
Activity includes: Guided tour on an electric scooter departing from Gruissan. Complementary transfers can be organised from the Château to the departure point for a minimum of six people.    
Duration: 90 minutes
Price: €49 per person
Schedule: All year around upon reservation as follows:
From Monday to Thursday: Departure time 10am or 2:30pm
Friday and Sunday: Departure time 10am
Saturday: Departure time at 2:30pm

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
Guided E-Scooter tour & Wine Tasting
Explore the wonderful wine territory of Château Capitoul, in the heart of the La Clape appellation, with this exclusive experience. This tour begins with an electric scooter ride through the Bonfils family vineyards, offering spectacular views of the lakes and surrounding garrigue and vines, passing through the charming village of Gruissan as you ride around the peninsula. At the end of your ride you will stop at the Caveau at Château Capitoul where you will have the opportunity to taste five estate wines. Children will be served three grape juices.
 
Activity includes: 60-minuted guided tour on an electric scooter departing from Château Capitoul followed by the tasting of five Bonfils wines or three grape juices.
Duration: 90 minutes
Price: €49 per person
Schedule: Every Thursday in July and August upon reservation, departure times 9:30am and 11am

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+33 (0)4 48 22 07 24 
LANGUEDOC DISCOVERY TASTING
Explore three of the sublime terroirs of the Languedoc in this immersive wine tasting which will introduce you to the Corbières, the Minervois and La Clape appellations. Our wine ambassador will give you a guided tour of the winery at Château Capitoul and serve a selection of five white and red wines crafted at the emblematic Châteaux Vaugelas, Villerambert and Capitoul. You will delve into the stories, history and artistry behind each bottle. Children can also participate and have fun tasting three grape juices just like the grown-ups.

Activity includes: Tour of the winery followed by a tasting of five white and red wines from the Corbières, Minervois and La Clape appellations. Tasting of three different grape juices for children
Duration: 60 minutes
Price: €20 per adult and €9 per child
Schedule: In July and August :
  • - Wednesdays from 4pm to 5pm in French 
  • - Thursdays from 4pm to 5pm in English

During other times of the year, upon request and subject to availability
DIVINE CAPITOUL WINE TASTING
Enjoy the full experience of tasting the ten beautiful wines from Château Capitoul. At the heart of La Clape, Château Capitoul enjoys a unique terroir, bathed in the sunlight of the South of France, teased by the refreshing breezes off the Mediterranean, deeply rooted in the rocky garrigue. Aptly named, this “dix vins” tasting (homophone for “divine” in French) will delight all wine lovers seeking a unique sensory experience.

Activity includes: Tour of the winery followed by a tasting of the ten wines from Château Capitoul
Duration:  60 minutes
Price: €40 per adult
Schedule: Upon request and subject to availability. Prior reservation required
VERTICAL TASTING
If you are looking for an original tasting experience, this workshop if perfect for you. A vertical tasting is a journey through time, where the taster sets out to meet old and recent vintages of the same wine. Explore five vintages of our iconic wine Maëlma, tracing the importance of the weather on the vines, the impact the winemaker’s decisions had on the wine’s ageing potential, and ultimately how you feel about each of them. There is no right answer. Only questions which you can discuss with our wine expert. 

Activity includes: Tour of the winery followed by the vertical tasting of five different vintages of Maëlma
Duration: 60 minutes
Price: €60 per adult
Schedule: Upon request and subject to availability
40 min

CHÂTEAU ST PIERRE DE SERJAC

Chateau St Pierre de Serjac, D30 between Pouzolles and Magalas, 34480 Puissalicon. 
Visit our sister property 40 minutes from the Château. The restaurant has an elegant art/deco dining room in the Château or in season drink in the view from the terrace overlooking the vines. After lunch why not pamper yourself in our Cinq Mondes spa or enjoy a lazy afternoon in the Mediterranean spa garden.
HOURS : Open every day
CONTACT : 04 67 80 76 00 | serjac.com
30 min

CHÂTEAU LES CARRASSES

ROUTE DE CAPESTANG, 34310 QUARANTE
Visit our sister Château located near the Canal du Midi and discover the inovative cuisine of Chef Willy Benjamin, which focuses on local and seasonal products.
OPENING HOURS: Open every day: 12pm to 2pm & 7pm to 9pm (closed on Mondays from April to November).
CONTACT : 04 67 00 00 67 | lescarrasses.com
30 min

LA MAISON DE PETIT PIERRE

22 AVENUE PIERRE VERDIER, 34500 BÉZIERS
Pierre Augé (winner of French Top Chef 2014 edition, and the Crown of Champions in 2015 and 2016) and his wife serve creative and refined cuisine. You can enjoy the pleasant brocante-style inner courtyard and a convivial atmosphere. We recommend booking well in advance.
HOURS : Open from Monday to Wednesday for lunch and from Thursday to Saturday for lunch and dinner.
CONTACT : 04 67 30 91 85 | lamaisondepetitpierre.fr
30 min

LA TABLE SAINT CRESCENT

68 avenue du Général Leclerc, 11100 Narbonne
One Michelin star and the reputation of being one of the 50 best restaurants in France. Very imaginative cuisine with an often prodigious presentation, all served in a very chic restaurant, a pretty terrace and a garden.
HOURS : Open from Wednesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner & Sunday lunch.
Lunch 12pm to 1:30pm and dinner 8pm to 9:30 pm.
CONTACT : 04 68 41 37 37 | maison.saintcrescent.com
55 min

ÄPONEM : L’AUBERGE DU PRESBYTÈRE

4 RUE DE L’ÉGLISE, 34320 VAILHAN 
The cooking here is excellent, light and refined, but one comes here above all for the view, with its terrace overlooking the whole valley and the Lac des Olivettes. It is a magnificent place. You can even plan a swim in the lake after lunch.
HOURS : Open March to October from Thursday to Monday 12pm to 1:15pm & 7pm to 9pm.
CONTACT : 04 67 24 76 49 | aponem-aubergedupresbytere.fr
35 min

LA MÉCANIQUE DES FRÈRES BONANO

LIEU-DIT LA MECANIQUE SAINTE-COLOMBE, 34390 COLOMBIERES-SUR-ORB
In the heart of the Parc du Haut-Languedoc, the two brothers Benjamin and Clément, respectively sommelier and chef, offer you a culinary journey in a former spinning mill which houses a bistro and a gastronomic restaurant.
HOURS : Lunch : from Thursday to Sunday and diner : from Thursday to Saturday
CONTACT : 04 67 97 30 52 | lamecaniquedesfreresbonano.fr
25 min

LA TABLE CASTIGNO

6137 Rue Cariera de la Teuliera, 34360 Assignan
With one Michelin star and one of the three restaurants in the Castigno Village in Assignan, La Table is the gastronomic restaurant, offering authentic and refined cuisine based on fresh local produce inspired by the seasons.
HOURS : Open Thursday to Monday for lunch and dinner, Wednesday to Monday in July and August, 12pm to 2pm & 8pm to 9pm.
CONTACT : 04 67 24 34 95 | villagecastigno.com.fr
40 min

LE FAITOUT

1 PLACE DU PONT, 34360 BERLOU
Authentic and refined local cuisine from chef Frédéric Révilla in a magnificent setting on the edge of the vineyards and mountains in the heart of the Haut-Languedoc park. Quality wines from the excellent Cooperative Cellar across the road.
HOURS : Lunch: Thursday to Sunday and dinner: Thursday to Saturday.
CONTACT : 04 67 24 16 99 | lefaitout.net
55 min

AUBERGE DU VIEUX PUITS

5, AVENUE ST VICTOR 11360 FONTJONCOUSE
One of the few restaurants with 3 stars, the Vieux Puits is considered one of the best restaurants in France. Situated in a tiny village in the Corbières, the cuisine is more traditional than molecular at the Ferran Adria, but expect the unexpected! The prices, although high, do not reach the heights of the Parisian 3 stars. The décor is very traditional - some would say uninspired. But you're here for the food...
HOURS : Summer: Wednesday to Saturday, closed on Sunday evenings.
Winter: Wednesday to Sunday
CONTACT : 04 68 44 07 37 | aubergeduvieuxpuits.fr
40 min

DE LAUZUN

PRIEURE DE SAINT-JEAN DE BEBIAN, ROUTE DE NIZAS, 34120 PEZENAS
The priory of Saint Jean de Bébian is nique. Located halfway between the town of Pézenas and the small village of Nizas, it is a true haven of peace in the middle of the vineyards. The estate covers one hectare surrounded by basalt walls and includes a gastronomic restaurant run by the Michelin-starred chef Matthieu de Lauzun.
HOURS : Open Tuesday-Saturday 12pm to 1:30pm & 8pm to 9:15pm.
CONTACT : 04 99 47 63 91 | restaurant-delauzun.com
1 h

THE MARCEL

5 RUE LAZARE CARNOT 34200 SETE
Experience a unique gastronomic immersion in this iconic restaurant in Sète, renovated with a contemporary touch.
Chef Fabien Fage, MICHELIN starred, offers authentic and inventive cuisine with Mediterranean accents where the signature products of the Sète region are hightlighted.
HORAIRES :  For dinner, from Tuesday to Saturday and for lunch, Saturday and Sunday.
CONTACT : 04 67 74 20 89 | the-marcel.fr
1 h

ABBAYE DE FONTFROIDE

9003 Abbaye de Fontfroide, 11100 Narbonne, France
Founded in 1093, Fontfroide Abbey is situated in the heart of the Fontfroide Massif, which is made up of 4,000 hectares of unspoilt nature. Bathed by the Fontfroide stream, this sumptuous 12th and 13th century Cistercian site is nestled in the heart of a typically Mediterranean landscape..
HOURS : Summer: from 9:30am to 7pm, Winter: from 10am to 12:30pm and from 1.30pm to 5pm.
CONTACT : 04 68 45 11 08 | fontfroide.com
15 min

Canal du midi

Rent a little boat and take a trip on the Canal du Midi - one of the most beautiful canals in the world, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
55 min

Roquebrun

A charming village perched on a mountainside overlooking the Orb valley. its micro climate is conducive to the flowering of mimosas, citrus fruits and exotic plants which have earned it the nickname "the little Nice of the Hérault". The Mediterranean Garden, perched at the top of a mountain above the village and offering breathtaking views, is well worth a visit.
10 min

Narbonne

Stroll through the narrow streets of the centre and along the Canal de la Robine. The banks of the which have been renovated and where you will find lovely café terraces. A visit to the covered market is a must. The 13th century cathedral (St Just and St Pasteur) is worth a visit, as well as the Archbishops' Palace and the archaeological museum which has an important collection of Romanesque art which demonstrates Narbonne's predominant role during the colonisation of the Roman Empire.
5 min

Gruissan

Office de Tourisme de Gruissan - 80 boulevard Pech Maynaud – 11430 Gruissan.
Gruissan est plus qu’un village. C’est surtout un état esprit. Les « Gruissanots », naguère peuplade de pécheurs, revendiquent aujourd’hui un côté bohême assumé. Il faut dire que ce village multifacettes ne manque pas d’atouts. Citons ses nombreuses et vastes plages, dont la plus célèbre – la plage des chalets, bordée de baraques sur pilotis – fut rendue célèbre par le film de Jean-Jacques Beineix 37.2 le matin dans les années 80, son centre historique doté d’une tour – la Tour Barberousse - en surplomb de l'ancien château fort de la ville, son grand port de plaisance, ses salins , son étang souvent émaillé de flamands roses, ses clubs de plage à la fois chics et relax… C’est aussi le village le plus proche du Château Capitoul, ce qui ne gâche rien.
Tel:  04.68.49.09.00
1 h

Parc naturel régional du Haut Languedoc

Spread over 260,000 hectares, the Haut-Languedoc Regional Natural Park is the balcony over the Mediterranean.
It offers diverse landscapes; mountains, gorges, vineyards and scrublands - (known locally as Garrigue) and is sheltered from mass tourism. It charms everyone from hikers to heritage enthusiasts.
1 h

Lagrasse

The medieval town of Lagrasse was once the cultural capital of the Corbières. Famous for its Benedictine abbey founded by Charlemagne, the largest in the Aude, and its village classified as one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, it is full of delights for visitors. Not to be missed: the abbey, of course, but also the old ramparts, the old bridge under which it is good to have a picnic, the market hall built in 1315 when the Lagrasse market was transferred (which was previously located outside the village) and the main street of the village with its restaurants and shops selling local products: wine, olive oil, artisanal vinegar, etc.
For more information on Lagrasse: http://www.lagrasse.fr
50 min

Carcassonne

The medieval city of Carcassonne is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the finests examples in the world of a fortified city, due to its size and excellent conservation.
OPENING HOURS : Free access 7j/7 24h/24
CONTACT : 04.68.11.70.70
1 h 15

Montpellier

The most beautiful city in Languedoc and the most prized city in France for its high standard of living.
Visit the Museum Fabre - the city's main art gallery. You'll also find great shops in the narrow streets leading from the Place de la Comédie.
The Marché de Lez is the latest place to be, a creative hot-spot with shops, second-hand goods dealers, farmers' markets, restaurants, foodtrucks, start-ups, entertainment and events, exhibitions.
10 min

CHEZ BEBELLE

Halles de Narbonne, 1 bd Dr Ferroul
A cult stop inside the Halles de Narbonne. This small bar run by a family from Narbonne with a pronounced rugby spirit offers local wine and grilled meats that the owner orders from the surrounding butchers with the help of a megaphone, before having them sent over the heads of the customers. Don't worry, this former rugby player knows how to entertain! Atmosphere guaranteed. A little downside if you have young children: the wait can be long on weekends or in high season.
OPENING HOURS: Tuesday to Saturday 10h00 to 14h00
CONTACT : +33(0)6 85 40 09 01
 
10 min

La Barbacane

Cité de Carcassonne, Place Auguste Pierre Pont, 11000 Carcassonne
This Michelin-starred restaurant, located in the heart of the Cité de Carcassonne, in the Hôtel de la Cité, offers a sumptuous neo-Gothic decor: stained glass windows, coats of arms, woodwork... In the kitchen, Jérôme Ryon (former second-in-command to Franck Putelat) revisits the classics of French cuisine, with an emphasis on regional produce. Beautiful cellar, rich in heady southern wines.
CONTACT : +33(0)4 68 71 98 71
 
15 min

LES GRANDS BUFFETS

Espace de la Liberté, 11100 Narbonne
All-you-can-eat buffet (but not as you would expect) full of exceptional dishes. All the great classics of French gastronomy in one place, including the largest cheese platter in the world (validated by the Guinness Book of Records).
OPENING HOURS : Open every day of the year 12h00 to 13h30 & 19h15 to 21h15.
CONTACT: +33(0)4.68.42.20.01
11 min

LE PAPARAZZO

Pôle nautique des chalets, 11430 Gruissan
Family bar-canteen on the seaside installed in a large wooden structure. It serves tapas and dishes based on local products. Especially, try the tellines and razor clams of Gruissan!
OPENING HOURS: April to October, daily  10h00 to 1h30.
CONTACT: +33(0)4.68.65.25.10
8 min

LE MAMAMOUCHI

Avenue des plages, 11430 Gruissan
Restaurant/Bar/Taps installed in a tastefully decorated wooden building. Mounted on stilts, it overlooks the pond of Mateille, one of the spots of windsurfing of Gruissan, and has a beautiful atmosphere at aperitif time. Local cuisine.
OPENING HOURS : April to October, daily  10h00 to 1h30.
CONTACT: +33(0)4.68.32.10.95
 
11 min

LA CAMBUSE DU SAUNIER

Route de l’Ayrolle, 11430 Gruissan
One comes first for the view on the salt flats. But the pleasure of the taste buds equals that of the eyes. In this restaurant where you are seated on long shared tables, you will be served a simple and succulent cuisine based on fish, shellfish and local products. Two tips: 1/ Try the sea bass rillettes 2/ Remember to book well in advance, especially if there are many of you.
OPENING HOURS: Open daily 10h00 to 22h00.
CONTACT: +33(0)4.68.32.10.95
 
9 min

RESTAURANT DU CHÂTEAU LE BOUÏS

Route bleue, 11430 Gruissan
Refined restaurant with a terrace offering a breathtaking view of the vineyards and the sea. Musical evenings throughout the summer, accompanied by wines from the estate or local craft beers.
OPENING HOURS : Open daily, evenings only.
CONTACT: +33(0)4.68.75.25.25
11 min

SARRAT DE GOUNDY

46 avenue de Narbonne, 11110 Armissan
Quality winegrower's table d'hôte nestled in a charming domain of the Clape. You can choose to sit at the bar, around the large table or on the terrace with a breathtaking view of the vineyards and the sunset. A complete menu with grilled vine shoots or pica-pica suggestions for the aperitif are offered under the Pergola or in the garden... all accompanied by the wines of the domain for a simple corkage fee.
10 min

CHÂTEAU L'HOSPITALET

Château l’Hospitalet - Route de Narbonne-Plage - 11100 NARBONNE
Restaurant L’Art de vivre – La seconde table du Château l’Hospitalet vous offre une expérience gastronomique où exerce le Chef Laurent Chabert. Une belle adresse raffinée au cœur de la Clape.
HORAIRES : Ouvert du mardi au vendredi midi et soir & samedi soir.
Déjeuner 12h–13h30 et dîner 19h30–21h30.
CONTACT : 04 68 45 28 50 | restaurant-art-de-vivre.com
10 min

Le 89

6 Cours de la République, 11100 Narbonne.
A modern bistro with friendly staff in the centre of Narbonne serving classic French cuisine.
OPENING HOURS: Open daily for breakfast and lunch
Contact: +33 (0)4 68 43 63 02
10 min

Le Petit Comptoir

4 Bd Maréchal Joffre, 11100 Narbonne
Chic bistro, wine bar and a true Narbonne institution. This is where the locals meet to eat and drink well. The chef uses the abundance of fresh produce from small local producers. The restaurant is also a wine bar and shop, and serves exceptional bottles unearthed by passion. Live music often organised to animate your apéritif.
Contact: +33 (0)4 68 42 30 35
10 min

LES CUISINIERS CAVISTES

5 place Lamourguier, 11100 Narbonne
A French cuisine based on the seasons and fresh products, mainly from small local producers, with Chef Marc Schwall at the helm. On the agenda: pleasure, sharing, generosity and discovery. Without a doubt one of the best restaurants in Narbonne. The little extra: the quiet terrace, located on the small square overlooking the old church of Notre Dame de Lamourguier.
HOURS: Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 12 to 1.30 pm and from 7.30 to 9.30 pm; Wednesday and Thursday from 12 to 1.30 pm. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
CONTACT : 04.68.32.96.45
15 min

GAÏA

8 avenue des Pyrénées, 11100 Narbonne.
Traditional restaurant, seasonal recipes.
HOURS : Tuesday to Friday from 12pm to 1:30pm and from 7pm to 9:30pm and Saturday from 7pm to 9:30pm. Closed on Monday and Sunday.
CONTACT : 06.19.89.71.69
50 min

Minerve


Classified as one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France and the historic capital of the Minervois, the town of Minerve nestles in the heart of the Languedoc scrubland, at the top of a rocky spur overlooking the gorges of the Cesse and the Brian. Its terraced gardens and narrow cobbled streets make it a magical place for many walks.
Minervois Tourist Office: 04.68.91.81.43
30 min

Somail


This enchanting bucolic village, built along the Canal du Midi and meticulously preserved since the 17th century, is an invitation to stroll. The lovely shops and cafés welcome you in a relaxed and sometimes original atmosphere. The Fox Troc, a barge-herbarium-grocery shop based on free prices, exchange and barter, or Le Trouve-Tout du Livre, a bookshop located in a picturesque setting offering 50,000 books of all kinds, including old books, prints, etc. 
For more information on Le Somail and the activities to do there: lesomail@grandnarbonne.fr or 04.68.41.55.70
15 min

Bages & Peyriac de Mer

These two neighbouring villages are spread out along the lagoon opposite Capitoul, offering walkers a very inspiring itinerary for picnics. What the people of Narbonne call the "route de Bages" is worth the diversions alone. The superb coastline should not overshadow the villages, both of which are delightful. Bages in particular is a haven for artists. Don't hesitate to stop in the village square for a drink at the aptly named Café Les Beaux-Arts, or to take a look at the nearby art galleries. Finally, remember that these villages are home to many wine estates - Château de l'Ile, Tart Avizat, etc. - whose owners will be happy to welcome you for a tasting! 
10 min

La Nautique

It's hard to resist the retro charm of this tiny marina, which seems to be deliberately nostalgic for the 1950s. Situated on the edge of the Etang de Bages, it is the starting point for lovely wild walks or bike rides. But it is also a hot spot for gourmets. Indeed, you can have lunch or dinner like kings thanks to the refined local cuisine of chef Carole Peyrichou, while watching the windsurfers or kitesurfers rocket across the sparkling water. Because yes, it is the reference spot for surfers in the area. 
1 hr 15 min

Collioure

The colours, the exceptional light, the authenticity and the picturesqueness of this small Catalan fishing port attracted the painters Matisse and Derain as early as 1905. This is how Collioure became the cradle of Fauvism, enjoying from then on the reputation of "City of Painters" on the international scene. A real postcard, with its exquisite bay surmounted by a bell tower, its mill and its castle, Collioure nevertheless cultivates its authenticity, notably through the development of its land. For several centuries, Collioure has been famous for the preparation of a typically Catalan dish - anchovies. Collioure is also surrounded by terraced vineyards which produce excellent wines, including the Banyuls AOC, a natural sweet wine aged in oak barrels.
Collioure Tourist Office: 04.68.82.15.47
1 h

Étang de Thau

Stretching over 19 kilometres, the Etang de Thau is the largest lagoon in the Languedoc region.
It is home to exceptional biological diversity and is also renowned for it's oysters and mussels which have been farmed there since the Antiquity. 
1 h 05

Lac du Salagou

The Lac du Salagou is known for its red earth and its very cinematographic setting which evokes the Wild West. The Lac du Salagou is known for its red earth and its very cinematographic setting which evokes the Wild West. To enjoy the lake it is possible to hire stand up paddle boards, windsurfers and catamarans from the sailing school. Or alternatively hire a mountain bike to explore the many trails around the lake.
1 h 10

Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert & pont du Diable

Stroll through the village of Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert, visiting the 10th century Romanesque church. It gets busy but is really worth the trip.
The Hérault river passes under the Pont du Diable and forms a large basin bordered by beaches. It's very popular in summer so we advise you to arrive early.
40 min

Sérignan plage

A beautiful sandy beach South of Béziers popular with families. There are also a few pop up beach clubs where you can rent a sunbed and have lunch or stay for dinner and enjoy a DJ or live band!
40 min

Pézenas

Pézenas is one of the prettiest town in the area with an excellent market on a Saturday morning. It is a maze of medieval cobbled streets lined with shops and craft galleries. Add to this a very well preserved historic centre with 16 splendid 18th century mansions, built when the town was the seat of the governors of the Languedoc, and it all adds to the popularity of Pézenas with tourists and locals alike.
1 h 15

Châteaux Cathares

A series of fortifications built in the 13th century by Louis XI to protect the south of the Kingdom of France following the Crusades against the Albigensians. These fortifications (Quéribus, Peyrepertuse, Montségur,...) nestled on steep sites in the Corbières offer a breathtaking view of the relief and plains of Roussillon for walkers who venture there (good physical condition recommended).
45 min

La Forteresse de Salses-Le-Château

Situated in an exceptional natural setting, between the lagoons and the Corbières, the fortress was built at the end of the 15th century by the Spanish architect Francisco Ramiro Lopez to guard the old border between Catalonia and France. The visit offers remarkable views of the surroundings.
CONTACT : 04.68.38.60.13
16 min

La Chapelle Notre Dame des Auzils

To get to the chapel, which overlooks the vineyards and the sea, you will pass through the small marine cemetery, one of the most picturesque on the coast. The fishermen made this chapel their place of pilgrimage on Whit Monday. Possibility of a guided tour.
HOURS: From 3 April to 13 September, Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-12.20pm and 3.30pm-7pm.
CONTACT : 04.68.49.09.00 ; office.tourisme@gruissan-mediterranee.com 
10 min

Les Salins de l’Ile St Martin

A must-see in the area, if only to see the landscape and the pink water of the lagoon from the panoramic cafe. Guided tours are offered on foot or by electric scooter to discover the salt flats, the production and harvesting of salt and its various uses in food, agriculture and industry. There is also a souvenir shop and a fabulous open-air fish restaurant overlooking the lagoon (see our Restaurants section).
OPENING HOURS: From June to September, tours depart daily at 11am, 3pm, 4.30pm and 6pm.
CONTACT : 04.82.53.10.61

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