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Tucked away between the sun-baked hills of Provence and the breezy coastline of the Languedoc, Nîmes often slips under the radar. It’s not splashed across Instagram reels like Nice, nor does it boast the Provençal branding of Avignon or Aix. And yet, once you step off the train and into the golden light of this…
Le Temple de Diane Located in the city of Nîmes, at the top of the boulevard Jean Jaurès, in the Garden “Le Jardin de la Fontaine”, the enigmatic and romantic ruins of the Temple of Diane are something you must see. To access this monument you will have to go to the West side of…
The Bois des Espeisses. Great outdoor place for Running, cycling or walking in Nîmes There’s a strong running community in Nîmes which makes the bois des Espeisses a great place for pro runners as well as anyone who just like bicycling or need a decent trail to do some exercise, far from the traffic…
The Abrivado When it comes to local events from Camargue, the Abrivado is the crème de la crème. Abrivado in Provencal Language means “in a hurry, run-up, boost”. In the past the abrivado were process when the gardians, mounted cattle herdsman from Camargue, were transferring the bulls from their grazing lands to the arena. Today…
Best beaches near Montpellier A small yet relevant selection of beaches near Montpellier, Languedoc-Roussillon. The South of France The sunny coastline of Montpellier and more generally the coastline of the Hérault Departement, is worth the trip especially in summer. You have to understand there is a lot of beaches near Montpellier. Each of them…
Rum Bar Le Barberousse, Nîmes The Barberousse boasts the biggest selection of rums in Nîmes with an outstanding variety of rums, infused rums, punch and rum-inspired cocktails to work your way through. This über popular drinking den, located at the edge of the Boulevard Gambetta, is very lively without being over crowded. Small yet very…