Along the Languedoc coastline, immense sandy beaches stretch endlessly, with dunes, vast ponds and lagoons providing refuge for many species of birds, including birds of prey, storks and pink flamingos.
Especially developed in the 1960s with the growing wave of seaside holidays, you'll enjoy the liveliness of seaside resorts with their often futuristic architecture, such as La Grande Motte. For lovers of naturism, special areas have been created with dedicated campsites, for example at Leucate, Sérignan, La Palme and Amélie-les-Bains. You'll be spoilt for choice at www.campings.com, with sites right on the water.
The privileged, sun-drenched climate is conducive to the development of France's largest vineyard, with very different characteristics depending on the terroir, enhanced by some thirty AOP-AOC appellations. After the magnificent spring flowering, the orchards of Roussillon produce delicious seasonal fruit: pears, apples, peaches, figs, cherries, olives, almonds, apricots...image
You'll be seduced by the typical architecture, particularly the 90 villages laid out in picturesque circulades, such as Bram, Gruissan, Sigean, Moussan, Marcorignan, Pouzols-Minervois, Sallèles d'Aude... Cathedrals, chapels and listed churches, the religious heritage is enriched by the abbeys of Valmagne, Lagrasse, Sylvanès and Fontcaude.
Each with its own historical and cultural identity, you can also visit the tourist towns of Nîmes, Sète, Agde, Alès, Béziers, Narbonne, Perpignan, Montpellier, Carcassonne and Aigues-Mortes, with their wealth of museums, monuments and local craftsmen.
Even more peaceful and wild, discover the vast natural spaces inland from the Languedoc region, as you continue your exploration to find your best place to live at www.campings.com. Start by wandering along the Canal du Midi past the hamlet of Le Somail and the spectacular scale of locks at Fonseranes, at the leisurely pace of a bicycle or boat.
To the west are the Corbières hills, the Canigou mountain (2,784 m) in the foothills of the Pyrenees, and the emblematic Cathar fortresses clinging to their rocky outcrops.image
Further east, head for the immensity of the Camargue, with its myriad canals, lakes and salt marshes: a veritable paradise for flora and fauna. Among the countless highlights, don't miss the Pont du Gard, the Millau Viaduct, the Nîmes Arena, the Générargues bamboo grove, the Maguelone peninsula and the Ensérune Gaul oppidum. You can find campsites nearby by visiting www.campings.com.
For swimming and water sports, the reservoirs at Thau, Salagou and Villeneuve-de-la-Raho are perfect, not to mention the rivers that can be explored by canoe.
5 campsites to discover in Languedoc :
Campsite Le Mas des Lavandes **** in Sérignan (34)
South of Béziers and 1.5 km from the sea, discover the attractions of this very friendly campsite. Water sports, heated swimming pool, sports and festive activities will make your next holiday a success.
https://www.campings.com/fr/camping/camping-le-mas-des-lavandes-76672
Campsite Domaine de Sainte-Véziane **** in Bessan (34)
Between Agde and Pézenas, enjoy a wonderful holiday in a rural setting planted with trees. This very comfortable campsite has a water park, sports fields and an attractive range of activities for all the family.
https://www.campings.com/fr/camping/camping-domaine-de-sainte-veziane-76891
Bleu Marine campsite **** in Sérignan (34)
With uninterrupted views of the Mediterranean, your next destination will enchant you with its direct access to a beautiful sandy beach. Nestling in an exceptional natural setting, this family-friendly campsite has a watersports area and a rich entertainment programme.
https://www.campings.com/fr/camping/camping-bleu-marine-78529
Camping des Albères **** in Laroque-des-Albères (66)
Come and visit this beautiful village in the Pyrénées-Orientales located south of Perpignan, between Le Boulou and Argelès-sur-Mer. The ideal campsite for your holidays in the countryside, with a multitude of services and an attractive water park.
https://www.campings.com/fr/camping/camping-des-alberes-77482
Campsite Le Capelan **** in Meyrueis (48)
Enjoy a change of scenery in the wide open spaces of the Lozère by staying at this pleasant riverside campsite. The panoramic heated swimming pool at the foot of the Causses will win you over, as will the activities and entertainment on offer.
https://www.campings.com/fr/camping/camping-le-capelan-77807
For more information: Visit www.campings.com to find the best campsite addresses in the Languedoc. Tel. 02 53 04 00 89. Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.