Languedoc Roussillon
Bois de Valmarie – Argeles sur Mer – Languedoc Roussillon
This much sought after attractive hillside site with modern facilities is great for families with babies and younger children. Le Bois de Valmarie is jsut 100m from the beach and offers both first class facilities along with exceptional views at the foot of the Pyrenees.
Camping La Sirene – Argeles sur Mer – Languedoc Roussillon
Lying at the foot of the Pyrenees and just two kilometers from the sea, La Sirene and neighbouring lively resort of Argeles sur Mer have all the ingredients for an action-packed holiday. The fantastic tropical pool complex, complete with the waterslides, whirlpool and waterfalls will no doubt keep the whole family occupied.
Hippocampe – Argeles sur Mer – Languedoc Roussillon
More relaxed than its sister site, La Sirene, yet with access to all the entertainment, this site is perfect for families and couples looking for flexibility on holiday. Just across the road La Sirene is its sister site L’Hippocampe, with its own Roman- style pool complex with waterfalls and waterslides sits beauftifully at the foot of the Pyrenees.
Camping Les Pins – Argeles sur Mer – Languedoc Roussillon
Now awarded the esteemed 4 Star category, Camping Les Pins sits in the heart of bustling resort of Argeles Plage, with its fantastic beach, numerous shops, bars, restaurants and traditional markets. The owners have created a really attractive parc here, lined with shrubs and trees and with a centrepiece swimming pool that features a fun water slide and a spacious sun terrace that offers magnificent views of the majestic Pyrénées beyond.
Camping in Languedoc Roussillon
Clear blue skies, golden sandy beaches and warm crystal clear waters make this region a very popular holiday destination for both sun worshippers and watersports enthusiasts.
The newer stylish resorts on the coast such as Cape dAgde have become some of the most favoured of the French tourist havens.
Travel back in time as you move inland and visit the rural towns and pretty villages. Vineyards flourish in Languedoc with Béziers being the wine producing capital of the region.
LIFESTYLE HOLIDAYS RECOMMENDS YOU VISIT
CARCASSONNE
This beautiful medieval town has been perfectly restored to its former glory. Its strategic position offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Ramparts, turrets, ancient buildings make a visit to Carcassonne obligatory for the lover of history and architecture.
VILLEFRANCHE DE CONFLENT
An 11th century town where fragments of ancient walls and huge ramparts remain. Take the Le Petit Train Jaune (little yellow train) through the gorges and along the towering viaducts. This is an ideal way to discover the surrounding countryside.
CÉRET Céret
Is famous for its cherry production and in springtime is a mass of glorious pink blossoms. The Spanish influence is evident in its many bullfights and the sardana dance festival in August.
PONT DU GARD
A UNESCO World Heritage Site; this aqueduct was built in the 1st century BC to channel huge amounts of water to the Roman settlement at Nîmes, Languedoc.
Read more about the Pont du Gard
BÉZIERS
Renowned for its rugby and (bullfights!) Béziers is the wine producing capital of the Languedoc. The lovely old quarter of this ancient walled town must be visited.
PERPIGNAN
Aromatic spices, couscous and paella are amongst the delicacies that can be purchased in the Arab quarter of this Catalan town – the capital of Roussillon. Dance the sardana during the twice weekly summer celebrations at Place de la Loge accompanied by a Catalan woodwind band.
THE CAMARGUE
This area is famous for its wild white horses ridden by Gardiens (cowboys). Black bulls and flamingos are also associated with this region. Sea-salt is by far the biggest harvest of the Camargue.
SÈTE
Dine in one of the many quayside restaurants along the Grand Canal and sample the delicious fruits de mer. Sètes network of canals and bridges are reminiscent of Venice.