20 Attractions to Explore Near Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park

The Abbey of Fontfroide is a Cistercian abbey located on the territory of the commune of Narbonne a, in the department of Aude in France. Initially a Benedictine abbey, it was incorporated into the Cistercian order between 1144 and 1145. Today, the Abbey of Fontfroide is a member of the Charter of Cistercian abbeys and sites in Europe. The Abbey of Fontfroide is currently a private monument held by the descendants of Gustave and Madeleine Fayet.

A beautiful medieval castle which was located in the French city of Carcassonne. It is located on a hill on the right bank of the River Aude, in the south-east part of the city proper. it has played a decisive role in the history of Languedoc. Carcassonne quickly became one of the most important symbols of Royal Power in France due to its geographical location.

The Basilica of Saint-Nazaire-et-Saint-Celse is a Catholic church located in the city ​​of Carcassonne, France. Former cathedral, it has the rank of minor basilica since 1898. It was built between the ix th century and the xiv th century. As Jules de Lahondès wrote in the report of the Archaeological Congress of France in 1906, “The jewel of the City is its church”.

In the Regional Natural Park of Narbonne in the Mediterranean lies the seaside resort of Narbonne-Plage. Carrying the European Blue Flag label, the resort is appreciated for its long beach – no fewer than five kilometers of fine sand, which is one of the beautiful locations for relaxing, bathing, and for other sports activities.

The Sigean African Reserve is a 300 hectare French zoological park located on the Mediterranean coast, between Narbonne and Perpignan, founded by Paul de La Panouse and Daniel de Monfreid. It claims to present more than 3,800 animals (more than 2,000 birds, 900 mammals, and 900 reptiles ) of at least 160 species, over 300 hectares, to the west of the Berre, to the south of the ponds that line the Occitan coast.

The Salagou Lake is a reservoir lake of the dam Salagou. It is located in the center of the Hérault department, on the Salagou river, a tributary of the Lergue river which flows into the Hérault. It reaches a depth of about 50 meters. The lake is dominated by mountains and plateaus culminating at 300 m in the east, up to 407 m for Carels in the west, and 535 m for Mont Liausson in the south. The latter separates the lake of Salagou from the dolomitic cirque of Mourèze.

The Pont du Diable on the Hérault River is one of many bridges in France with this name means Devil's bridge. It was registered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in conjunction with the St James’ Way to Santiago de Compostela in western Spain. Among the oldest existing French medieval bridges, it incorporates the early techniques of Romanesque art in the region, including two main arches and two secondary arches, demonstrating the strength and solidity of its construction.

The Millau Viaduct is a cable-stayed bridge crossing the valley of the Tarn, in the department of Aveyron in France. Carrying the A75 motorway, it provides the junction between the Causse Rouge and the Causse du Larzac by crossing a breach 2,460 meters long and 343 meters deep at the highest point, in a panorama of high quality and with winds likely to blow over 200 km / h.

Saint Cecilia’s, the largest brick-built cathedral in the world has the appearance of a fortified castle and offers those who push its door a striking collection of paintings, sculptures, and statues. More than 800,000 visitors cross the threshold each year. It was the most visited site in the UNESCO World Heritage classed Episcopal City.

The Etang de Thau is the largest body of water in the Occitanie region. It has an area of ​​approximately 7,500. The pond, which is defined as a lagoon, is linked to the Mediterranean Sea by graus at Marseillan and Sète. Although it has a high salinity, it is considered the second largest lake in France.

The Toulouse-Lautrec museum is to be found in one of the most beautiful corners of Albi. The Berbie Palace is one of the Episcopal City’s major sites, with world heritage status. The museum is recognised internationally for the works of this artist from Albi. The museum houses over a thousand works by Toulouse-Lautrec. It is based on a donation by Toulouse-Lautrec's mother after his death in 1901.

The castle of Peyrepertuse is a so- called "Cathar" castle located in the department of Aude in the Occitanie region. It sits on a limestone ridge at an altitude of nearly 800 m, at the top of a hill that separates Duilhac from the village of Rouffiac-des-Corbières, overlooking garrigue and vineyards. The strategic position which allows you to see far into the various valleys which surround it, to control the passes or to communicate signals to the castle of Quéribus a little further south.

The castle of Quéribus is a so-called "Cathar" castle located in the town of Cucugnan in the department of Aude. This fortress, perched on a rocky peak at an altitude of 728 meters, dominates the village of Cucugnan and is located on the border of the department of Aude and the Pyrénées-Orientales. Quéribus is high and isolated. It stands on top of the highest peak for miles around. In 1951 restoration work on the turret began, and between 1998-2002 a complete restoration of the castle was under

The Gorges de Galamus is a narrow passage between the French departments of Aude. They were dug by the Agly in the northern link of the Fenouillèdes syncline. The Agly that flows at the bottom of the gorges is a small river that comes from Pech de Bugarach and has dug this several tens of meters deep depression in the stone. The best way to explore the course of the Gorges de Galamus on foot or to take a circular route that gives impressive views of the gorges and their surroundings.

The 1811 Kid Ory Historic House, located in LaPlace, Louisiana, is a cherished historical landmark that celebrates the life and legacy of jazz legend Edward "Kid" Ory. It stands as a tribute to Edward "Kid" Ory's enduring legacy and the cultural heritage of jazz music in Louisiana, providing a captivating experience for visitors interested in exploring the history and music of the region.

The Palace of the Kings of Majorca is a palace and a fortress with gardens overlooking the city of Perpignan in Pyrenees-Orientales, Occitanie, France. A fortified palace in the Gothic style organized around three courtyards 60 m square. One of the majestic buildings which is famous among tourists.

The Montpellier Plant Garden is a university botanical garden founded in 1593 and which is an integral part of the heritage of the Faculty of Medicine of Montpellier and the University of Montpellier. It is the oldest botanical garden in France, ahead of that of Strasbourg founded in 1619, that of Paris created in 1635, and that of Caen in 1736. This garden has a triple vocation: botanical, historical, and university.

The Pic Saint-Loup is a mountain in the region Occitan situated on the edge of towns to Valflaunès and Cazevieille, in the department of Herault. the peak is visible from a large part of the Hérault department, the coastline as well as the Gard, from where its profile evokes a point rising towards the sky. It is one of the most beautiful natural and hiking sites in the Garrigues region.

Montpellier‘s Cathédrale St-Pierre is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in the heart of one of France’s southern cities. It was commissioned by Pope Urban V in 1364 and was converted into a cathedral in 1536 when the archbishopric was transferred from Maguelone to Montpellier. It suffered extensive damage during the Wars of Religion between Catholics and Protestants in the 16th century, and was subsequently rebuilt in the 17th century.

The Fabre Museum is an art museum located in Montpellier in Hérault. it was created following a proposal in 1824 by Baron François-Xavier Fabre, painter, and collector, to donate its collections to the city, on condition that they are at the origin of a museum. The Fabre Museum is one of the most important provincial museums in France. The museum has a large collection of paintings from the 17th until the 19th century, with a large representation of the luminophiles movement. There is also scu