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The Languedoc region
The region Languedoc in the
south of France represents the passage between the Massif Central and the
Mediterranean Sea. The name Languedoc refers to the local dialect (langue d'oc)
in which "yes" doesn't translate with "oui" but with
"oc". The region Languedoc today comprises the three departments
Gard, Hérault und Aude. Thanks to the mediterranean climate and the fertile,
muddy soil that was sedimented by many rivers, agriculture has always played a
dominant role in the region. Since the last century the local farmers mainly
live from wine-growing. Among other attractions Languedoc has nice beaches,
hilly areas in the Massif Central with its many excursion possibilities and the
typical relaxed southern "ambiance".
Here you will
find a whole set of more links and information concerning Languedoc-Roussillon.
Information about
VALROS
Valros is located between Beziérs and Pézenas. From the historical ruin
"Tour" there is a fantastic overview over the village (1'000
inhabitants) and the surrounding vineyards. In Valros you can find the
peacefulness of a rural village as well as urban centres like Montpellier (ca.
50 km) and Béziers (ca. 15 km) near-by. Several beaches lie within a short
distance and can easily be reached. In Valros you can find shopping
possibilities as well as postal services. The closest banks are located in
Pézenas.
Here
you find a few pictures of the village of Valros.
Attractions and
excursions
- We recommend a short walk to the ruin
"Tour". The magnificent view over the huge wine region, the
village Valros, to the mountains and even to the sea is overwhelming.
- The historical town Pézenas - city of Molière - is only at 7 km
distance from Valros and can easily be reached by bus or by bike.
Regularly on Saturdays there is a market which is known in the whole
district. Here
you find some suggestions of trips starting in Pézenas.
- In summer there are numerous festivals in Valros
and the surrounding villages, e.g. the Thanksgiving Festival at the
beginning of July and the Wine Festival — where wine is free! — at the end
of July.
- Several beach resorts (Cap d’Agde, Valras-Plage, Mèze au Etang, Marseillan-Plage,
Sète and many others)
are in close proximity, e.g. Grau d’Agde: in July and August there is a special bus
going from Valros (departure 09.08 and 14.08, return journey 18.15; cf.
current time schedule at bus stop) directly to the beach. Other services
that go there and to other places are no problem.
- St. Guilhem-le-Désert: a picturesque village about
40km away from Valros situated in a small valley. Close nearby are the
caves of Clamouse and the historical bridge Pont diable.
- Lac
de Salagou and Cirque de Mourèze: a lovely lake in the foothills of
the Massif Central and its bizarre walls of rock close to a romantic
village.
- The charming cities of Montpellier
(or try here) and
Béziers are well worth a day trip;
they are only 70 and 15, respectively, bus minutes away from Valros. Carcassonne is
beautiful as well.
- There are four bikes (plus a children bike) at
your disposition. You are free to discover the beautiful, colourful wine
region around Valros.
- On the river Hérault
close to St Guilhem-le-Désert you can go on rafting and canoe trips (even
for two days) as well as on an excursion by hydrospeed boat.
- In Valmagne you can visit a monastery.
- West of Béziers are the historical ruins of Oppidum d’Enserune
from where you have a magnificent view to the Pyrenees.
- For wine connoisseurs: A multitude of different
local wines can be tasted at cheap rates (among others
also the well-known Picpoul de Pinet from Valros' neigbouring village). A
visit to a wine cellar in the region is a "must".
- In the region of Marseillan there are some nature
and bird reserves for bird watchers.
- It is only about 20km to the foothills of the
mountains where you can go for some hikes in a wonderful, natural setting
with a fascinating vegetation. Highly recommendable is the Gorge d’Héric and the Tarn
region.
- Boat trips are offered on the Canal du Midi.
- You can also do sports in the village and
surroundings: tennis, football, pétanque, hikes, cycling, horse-riding, golf and
jogging through the vineyards.
How to come to VALROS
It is easy to get to Valros by public transport. Going there by car
doesn't give you a big advantage in time. This is
a map of the communications in Languedoc-Roussillon.
- By plane/bus: If you come to
Montpellier-Fréjorgues by plane you take any bus that brings you into the
town centre of Montpellier. From there you take the
tramway in direction to St-Jean-de-Védas (until the stop St-Jean-Le-Sec),
from there take bus no. 103 to Pézenas. And from Pézenas with bus no. 216
to Valros. From
the bus stop it's only about another 150 metres to our house (see map
below).
- By train/bus: This is by far the most recommended
way of transportation - not the least because of the environment. There
are several train connections to Montpellier or to Béziers, among others
some fast TGV links. There are also some special reductions (billet de
séjour, EuroDomino, JOKER etc.) available for the French trains
(information from SNCF). From the main railway
station you take the tramway in direction to St-Jean-de-Védas
(until the stop St-Jean-Le-Sec), from there take bus no. 103 to Pézenas.
And from Pézenas with bus no. 216 to Valros. Bus information can be found here.
From the bus stop it's only about another 150 metres to our house (see map
below).
- By car: You drive on the highway A9 from
Montpellier in direction to Béziers. You take the exit at Agde-Pézenas,
follow the signs to Pézenas and turn in St.-Thibéry to Valros. Don't
forget the highway tolls which are quite considerable in France. The best
is anyway to consult a route planner like Viamichelin.
Where is our house in
VALROS?
Our house is located quite close to the bus stop (cf. map). The address
is as follows:
48/50, avenue de la Montagne; F-34290 Valros
What about the
infrastructure?
Here you can view a couple of
pictures of the house.
Our 90-year old, fully renovated house consists of a well-equipped
kitchen, two sleeping rooms, a living room with a fire place, a spacy
entrée/corridor, a big terrace, below that a shower/toilet/laundry room (incl.
a washing and a drying machine) and an old barn/garage. Six people can
easily be accommodated in the house. More guests could spend the night in
sleeping bags on sunbeds and self-inflating mattresses. The garden comprises a
small lawn and playground. In the barn/garage there is a ping pong table (table
tennis), the four bikes (plus two children bikes), a surf board (with
everything that’s necessary) and a small workshop. Tenants are fully
responsible for possibly occurring damages. They should immediately be reported
to us. Smoking in the house is strictly forbidden! The terrace can be used as
smoking area.
Family-friendly
atmosphere
Our house is well suited for children as well. Next to two small child
beds (cot) and a child's eating chair there are two extra seats for the car
(the first for children of 9-18 kg, the second for 12-25kg children) and two
extra (children) seats for the bike. There are also a lot of toys (a.o. table
tennis, basketball, pétanque etc.) available for the kids (as well as for adults).
Around the house there are big and safe playing areas.
Our car
You can use our car (Ford Fiesta, 1995, 110’000km) for trips to
the beach, to the mountains or for shopping. When you use the car you will be
charged 50 Swiss cents (CHF 0.50; about EUR 0.30) per kilometer plus gasoline
costs which is considerably cheaper than renting a car. There is lots of
information available in Valros concerning the use of the car, the financial
settlements, what to do in case of problems etc. Here you find a few explanations and
rules concerning the use of the car (in German only).
Food, catering and
shopping
In Valros you are not far away from civilisation. There is a grocery and
two bakeries for the daily needs. Moreover, twice a week there are several food
cars (with vegetables, meat, fish, seafood etc.) coming to the central square of
Valros. This will be announced on the village loudspeakers If this is still not
sufficient you can get exclusive commodities in the supermarket (Champion or
Intermarché) in Pézenas (6km). Fresh milk must also be bought there as it is
not available in Valros. If you don't want to do the cooking yourself you can
go to the restaurant „La Tour“ in Valros. If you fancy a beer, there are two
bars for you in Valros. Each Wednesday on the central square of Valros a pizza
car offers freshly prepared delicious pizza. We warmly recommend them.
Travel guides and
maps: a selection
The following documents are at your disposition in Valros (not
concluding):
- "Causses - Bas Languedoc - Cevennen“, Michelin
Guide
- "Gorges du Tarn - Causses - Cevennen“, Michelin
Guide
- "Anders Reisen: Südfrankreich"
- "Connaître l’Hérault“, édition Sud-Ouest
- "Languedoc-Roussillon",
DuMont-Kunstreiseführer
- "Circuit Pédèstres: Languedoc Causses et
Garrigues"
- Camping Caravaning France, Sélection Michelin
1996
- various Michelin and other maps of the region
(more than 25!)
Booking and reception
of the keys
First you have to find out whether the house is still available at your
preferred time. Sara
and Thomas Bubendorf-Suhner will tell you about this. If
this is alright you get the hire contract together with information on the
payment procedure. When the contract is signed by both parties and a part of
the rent (according to the contract) is paid you can get the keys of the house.
Before your departure these keys will be sent to you by mail. At the moment of
return they have to be given back immediately.
Vacancies
Our house is available as per below overview. The days in blue are the
days on which the house is already booked.
In case the house is already booked at your preferred date pls have a
look at this house: Ferienhaus von Peter Meinusch.
Rent
· EUR 620-.- per week
· EUR 880.- per week in July/August
Included in the rent is also the cleaning of the house at the end of
your holidays as well as the use of all towels and bedclothes.
More information
If you are interested in our house and wish to learn more about it you
can contact us for more information.
Here you can view a couple of pictures of
the house.
All information
without guarantee and subject to change without notice!
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