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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…
Ratatouille This is an easy version of the recipe of this traditional and classic vegetable stew from the south of France. Ingredients: – 2 eggplants – 2 zucchinis – 3 or 4 tomatoes – 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 green) – 1 big yellow onion – 3 peeled and chopped garlic clove – 2…
History of Montpellier at a glance In the south of France, on the Mediterranean coast, lies the capital of the Hérault department as well as the Languedoc-Roussillon region and France’s 8th largest city, Montpellier, (Occitan: Montpelhièr [mum.peˈʎɛ]; French pronunciation: [mɔ̃.pə.lje]). Over the past 25 years, Montpellier has been the fastest growing city in France…
A quick guide to the Place de la Comédie, Montpellier Located in the city of Montpellier, Hérault departement, in the province of Languedoc-Roussillon, the Place de la Comédie is a buzzing and outstanding city square that inevitably attract locals and tourists. Its location is right in the middle of the city in the quarter…
La Tour Magne Located in the city of Nîmes, at the top of the boulevard Jean Jaurès, in the Garden “Le Jardin de la Fontaine”, the Tour Magne are something you must see. To access this monument you will need to get along a pleasant walk to the top of the hill of le…
The Fougasse (La Fougasse) Fougasse is an oven baked bread specialty that is typical from the South of France. It is easily recognizable to its shape and patterns similar to an ear of wheat. Its dough is mainly made with wheat flour and olive oil. Where to find it: Mainly in the following region:…