With its Mediterranean beaches, forests, lakes, medieval villages and historic towns, the Hérault is simply magical. The capital, Montpellier, is a wonderfully vibrant city, the Canal du Midi is a World Heritage site, and Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert is classed as one of France’s most beautiful villages. In the Hérault, you can eat oysters produced in the Étang de Thau and taste wines from the Languedoc plains and the Minervois. Sampling local produce is an integral part of the Hérault experience. The Lac du Salagou and the Cirque de Navacelles are a delight to visit, and the fishing port of Sète is not to be missed. Pézenas is a gorgeous town, and Béziers and Lodève add yet another flavour to the mix.
Short breaks in the Hérault
From wine country to the Mediterranean sea
On this short break, you'll discover the culinary and architectural delights of the Hérault, including the historic town of Pézenas, and you'll take a trip out to sea.
A taste of the good life
This is an opportunity to taste local organic food and wine, learn about medicinal plants, and visit Pézenas and Valmagne Abbey.
Gastronomy and ancient history
On this break, you can enjoy wine and cheese tasting, take a boat trip on the Canal du Midi, and see the Gallo-Roman mosaics at Loupian.
Vineyards past and present
Discover local vineyards and learn about the history of wine on this break that takes in Pézenas, the Vinipolis Complex, and Valmagne Abbey.
Historic sites and culinary delights
The best of the Languedoc is on offer on this break that takes in Sète, the Canal du Midi, Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, Aigues-Mortes, and Pézenas.