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Bullfighting in Languedoc-Roussillon
A Spanish Touch. Bullfighting is predominantly known in Europe as a sport whose home is Spain. Languedoc-Roussillon and other regions in the south of France were independent satates for quite some time which led to a collection of differing traditions. As the region is on the Spanish border it was influenced by Spanish tradition.
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Water Sports in Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon welcomes water sports fanatics twelve months of the year. Whether you’re looking for an action packed holiday or a relaxing break, the choice is always there for you.
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Unique Natural Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon has an outstandingly diverse coastline. It stretches out in an arc for 200km giving tourists and locals so many choices and locations worth visiting.
Because the locals passionately love this region, they fiercely defend it: the Mediterranean coast is a protected area. Languedoc-Roussillon has resisted urbanisation of this outstanding area’s 40,000 wild hectares, where human activities respect nature’s balance.
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Family Entertainment in Languedoc-Roussillon
There are many locations in Languedoc-Roussillon for family entertainment. There is cycling, horse riding and walking treks but there are also many adventure parks and water parks too. From tree climbing to wild life parks, to steam train journeys, there is so much fun in the sun to have.
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Golfing in Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon does not disappoint when it comes to golf courses. With its Mediterranean climate the longer days and good weather are the perfect compliment to their quality golf courses. Diversity is there to with such evident landscape differences. Play at a high altitude, in a valley or on dryer faster land.
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Food and Wine in Languedoc-Roussillon
The food produced in Languedoc-Roussillon is as diverse as the region’s natural landscape. From the mountains to the sea, there treasures to be found. Cheese from Lozère, mushrooms and chestnuts are found in the mountain heights. Olives are plentiful while other fruits, vegetables and herbs are bountiful in the orchards and valleys. Countless seafood is available along the coast such as tuna, sea bass, oysters, mussels and clams.
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Horse Riding in Languedoc-Roussillon
There is so much to offer horse riders in Languedoc Roussillon. With the diverse landscape come different challenges and the possibility to cater for all. Trips through the mountains of the Pyrénées or a canter along a beach are possible. There are hundreds of trails through forestry and valleys, visiting castle ruins and historic sites.
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Walking in Languedoc-Roussillon
Walks and trekking is a pastime that is very important to French people. You can always expect numerous walks in all types of areas. Languedoc Roussillon is no different with thousands of trails marked out. They range from short hourly rambles to treks that last days, even weeks.
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Cycling in Languedoc-Roussillon
Languedoc-Roussillon has a feast of cycling choices for visitors. From steep winding mountain roads to coastline trails, forest riding to canal banks and vineyards, the choice is fantastic.
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History of Languedoc-Roussillon
The routes of this land are documented by the remnants of the ages that are scattered throughout this region.
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Canal du Midi in Languedoc-Rousillon
One of the greatest achievements of irrigation is the Canal du Midi, designed by Pierre-Paul Riquet. The canal that connects the seas, connecting the Mediterranean to the Atlantic, is another UNESCO World Heritage site. It’s spectacle seems ageless as it still draws many visitors to it today.
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Languedoc-Rousillon’s Fishing Villages
Looking for authenticity? You’ll find it in the fishing ports. You can buy fresh fish, shellfish and seafood right off the boat in Grau-du-Roi, Palavas, Sète or Collioure.
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Boating in Languedoc-Roussillon
This region is lush with boating opportunities. With its 27 marinas and 30,000 moorings, Languedoc-Roussillon makes very good use of its Mediterranean location.
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Exceptional Sites in Languedoc-Roussillon
The Pont du Gard. A part of an aqueduct that carried water to Nîmes still stands in all its glory at a height of 48m and width of 275m. It is an exceptional example of Roman architectural genius and the scale of their power and presence.
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Middle Ages in Languedoc-Roussillon
The Middle Ages are another source of many historic sites in Languedoc-Roussillon. As you travel through the region castles and fortresses or stunning abbeys will captivate you.
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Pyrénées Orientales
The Pyrénées Orientales is a region in the southern most part of France, bordering with Spain. The department of Pyrénées Orientales, which includes the Languedoc, conceals many treasures: varied landscapes of rich beauty, an important architectural heritage, and traditions and a culture that have lasted for centuries.
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Gard
The departement/county of the Gard is bordered to the east by the Rhone Valley and to the north, the Cevenne mountains.To the south the Petite Camargue is nowadays a series of lakes and marshes. The short coastline has a superb beach at Espiguette and Le Grau-du-Roi is an important fishing port. The centre of the department is a world of dry limestone, the garrigue, of vines and olive trees and the perfumes of the Mediterranean.
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Lozère
The Lozère department covers the southern part of the Massif Central, including the mountainous regions of Aubrac, la Margeride, le Gevaudan and the Cevennes.
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Aude
Aude is known for its wine, castles and abbeys. Often referred to as 'the land of the Cathars' it is here that you'll find the unconquerable mountain sites of Rennes-le-Chateau and Peyrepertuse. The coast provides a sharp contrast with miles of sandy beaches for family holidays and isolated inlets for those looking to escape the crowds.
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Hérault
The Hérault departement/county coastline is one of the most unpsoiled and protected on the Mediterranean but offers a large range of activities for all ages. An attractive alternative to the more ritzy and expensive Provence and Cote d'Azur, the Herault department is a real gem.
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Montpellier in Languedoc-Roussillon
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Nîmes in Languedoc-Roussillon
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Not to be missed in Languedoc-Roussillon
The Mediterranean on one side, the eastern Pyrenees to the south and Lozère to the north, Languedoc-Roussillon takes pleasure in the contrats if its stepped relief.
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