The whole team of the Tourist Office shares its knowledge and experience of the area with you. Whether you are a family, a couple or a group of friends, we have something for you in every season and for every type of activity.

Bike paths: we “wheelie” do spoil you!

Nature, Sport

Bike paths: we “wheelie” do spoil you!

Do you want to test out, explore and soak up all the routes in and around Béziers Méditerranée? There’s a wide range of options from international “véloroutes” to loops covering a few miles of vineyard. 1- EUROVÉLO 8 OR THE MEDITERRANEAN ROUTE It covers 10.2km through Béziers Méditerranée from the 9 Locks to the edge […]

Béziers Méditerranée animal mascots

Culture, History and legends

Béziers Méditerranée animal mascots

Every town and village in Béziers Mediterranée has its own animal mascot: it’s an animal the village has made its symbol based on local legends, often dating back to the Middle Ages. Locals make a model in its likeness from wood and fabric. It appears at all the events, festivals and festivities paraded in all […]

It’s summer time! What to do in Béziers Méditerranée?

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It’s summer time! What to do in Béziers Méditerranée?

Whether you’re a tourist or not, summer is all about festivities! So we’ve put together a list of our top picks for you to make sure you don’t miss out. In Béziers, do as you please Here you are! The oldest city in France… with over 2,700 hours of sunshine a year! We’ll tell you […]

15 perfect picnic spots!

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15 perfect picnic spots!

In Béziers Méditerranée, you’re bound to find the perfect spot for a picnic. We’ve put together a list of 15 great places to relax and enjoy a picnic during the summer. Who said the city wasn’t picnic-friendly? The Plateau des poètes, Béziers’ green lung Béziers has plenty of perfect spots for picnics with family, friends, […]

Discover the beaches of Béziers Méditerranée!

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Discover the beaches of Béziers Méditerranée!

Do you want to come on holiday to the seaside but don’t know where to go for a swim? I’ve got the solution for you! Béziers Méditerranée has plenty of beaches that are easily accessible and enjoyable for everyone. From Valras-Plage to Sérignan-Plage, let me introduce you to them! Valras-Plage the central beach Valras-Plage is […]

Valras-plage: holidays accessible to all

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Valras-plage: holidays accessible to all

You’re looking for a holiday destination and your first criterion is accessibility. And that’s just as well, because Valras-Plage is a destination that is sensitive to this issue, and many improvements have been made. Come and discover them with us! Getting to Béziers Méditerranée Béziers Méditerranée is very easy to get to from Béziers Cap […]

Coques de Saint-Aphrodise recipe

Culture, Gastronomy

Coques de Saint-Aphrodise recipe

New Year’s Eve has come and gone, and now we’re heading for Epiphany. So why not share with us the recipe for the most famous brioche in Béziers: the Coque de Saint-Aphrodise. Saint Aphrodisius gave Béziers a legend, basilica, animal mascot (camel) and signature bake: a classic local speciality. Traditionally, we eat the signature buns […]

Family afternoon of history and food

Heritage, History and legends

Family afternoon of history and food

When term starts again here, it feels like you’re on holiday every Wednesday and weekend (that’s right, no school on Wednesday in France)! Running short on ideas for a family outing? Join Christelle, Thierry, Sasha and Clément to see all that Béziers has to offer! Travel back in time at the Roman Arena Did you […]

The cemetery of hidden gems

Heritage, History and legends

The cemetery of hidden gems

One not so sunny day (a rare thing in these parts) I said to myself: how about a trip to the old cemetery?! I grabbed my trusty Canon camera and headed out! I visited reception and a friendly face gave me a map to help me get my bearings and uncover the hidden gems! I […]

Recipe idea: Valras cuttlefish stew!

Culture, Festivities and traditions, Gastronomy

Recipe idea: Valras cuttlefish stew!

Cooking is all about spending quality time together. That said, it can be easy to run out of meal ideas when it comes to feeding the family. So here’s a local recipe for you to try: cuttlefish stew. My kids ask me the same question every day: “Mum, what’s for dinner? “ Lucas and Valentin […]

Rainy day activities

Culture, Living environment

Rainy day activities

Yes, we’re in the South of France and the sun should always shine… but we do get the odd rainy day here too ! But there’s so much to do that a bit of rain doesn’t stop us enjoying ourselves in and around Béziers ! Running low on ideas ? Don’t worry, we’ve put together our top 7 rainy day […]

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The Béziers Méditerranée Tourist Office team likes to share its knowledge, experiences and favorites with you. Discover them!

Ambre

Ambre

Ambre was born in Brive-la-Gaillarde in the Corrèze and has lived in Béziers for the last 5 years. She has started working for the Béziers Méditerranée Tourist Office as a data entry operator. Ambre loves this region for its different landscapes, but also for its festive events and local culture.

Anaïs

Anaïs

Originally from Poitiers, she has been living in the south of France for several years now. She is now head of communications and databases at the Béziers Méditerranée Tourist Office. Putting the spotlight on each and every one of the service providers who make up the richness and originality of the region is something she takes to heart. Judging by the articles she posts on her blog, her interests tend to lie in festivities, culture and, above all, good food! Her favourite place: the Plateau des Poètes. It's a soothing place to take a stroll, and ideal for lunch in the sun.

Maryne

Maryne

As a website manager, she also takes part in Béziers Méditerranée events to capture every moment. She loves words, photos and videos and shares them with you by regularly creating new content to bring you the latest news and activities to try out in our destination! Your favourite spot? The 9 locks at Fonseranes, which she loves rediscovering every season!

Monique

Monique

Like a cat, she has had several lives here and there, lived through stories and moments in history. But always, in the looks, the smiles, the words, as in the books and archives of the countries, territories and towns she has travelled through, she has tried to capture the "substantive marrow" (dear to Rabelais) of places and people. And she loves telling these stories, big and small...