Tourism

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beziers airport366 Discover the 9 low cost flight destinations in Europe which fly to Beziers airport in 2026. Beziers airport in South of France, serves the holiday region of the Languedoc and the Mediterranean beach resorts along the coast, such as Cap d'Agde. The cheap flights operated by Ryanair to Beziers airport from 9 destinations across Europe, has helped to open up the local tourism market in Beziers area and helped served the growing numbers of second home owners.

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Here is our guide to the 10 best things to do in Languedoc and the South of France, with kids. If you are in Languedoc with your children or grandchildren and you're looking for things to keep them occupied, then follow our list of kids activities to do in France, as compiled (following extensive research and much debate) by our 3 boys, Cameron 17, Archie 14 and Finlay 12.

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# Where to Go

languedoc2 The Hérault department, France, is named after the Hérault river. It was created in 1790 from part of the former province of Languedoc. Today, the Herault department is one of the fastest growing in France, with many Northern Europeans attracted by the Mediterranean climate, cheap house prices and relaxed way of life.

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The Pyrénées-Orientales department is the southernmost department in Mainland France. It is located on the Mediterranean coast and borders Spain. The department lies in the old Languedoc region in the South of France. The Pyrénées-Orientales department is a beautiful area of France, with stunning mountain ranges, a golden coastal area and in between, many vineyards.

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The Aude department in the South of France is named after the river Aude, but it also goes under the title of "Cathar Country" on account of its many Cathar relics. The Aude department is located between the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees mountains and it is surrounded by the departments of Pyrénées-Orientales, Ariège, Haute-Garonne, Tarn, and Hérault, with the Golfe du Lion to the east.

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st gilles du gard Sitting on the edge of the Camargue in Southern France, the old town of Saint-Gilles is a pleasant place to wander around. St Gilles - or Saint-Gilles-du-Gard as it is officially known - is a lovely old town to explore with some beautiful narrow windy streets and canal-side restaurants.

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9locks2 The 9 Locks (Neuf Ecluses) of the Canal du Midi, on the outskirts of Beziers, is a wonderful feat of Engineering. A series of 9 canal locks allows the canal barges to descend by 20m from the high point of the canal, down to the lower stretch, just by the power of water alone.

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Perpignan airport is the Southern most airport in mainland France. Perpignan is located on the Mediterranean coast, close to the Pyrenees mountains and the Spanish border. The airport at Perpignan has recently undergone a much need refurbishment and it has expanded its schedule of flights. Cheap flights to Perpignan airport during 2026 can be found from the following destinations:

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With Ryanair and Easyjet still offering great deals on cheap flights to the Languedoc region in France, now is the time to plan your next holiday in the Languedoc. Here is the full summer 2026 schedule of cheap flights to the 6 low cost airports in Languedoc Roussillon (from the UK, Ireland and continental Europe).

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menton girl The coastal town of Menton is a beautiful place for a holiday in the South of France. For centuries, Menton has attracted visitors on account of its micro-climate and it still remains one of the sunniest towns in France. Menton has a good range of beaches in the lovely bay and the old town is a great place to walk around. It is easy to see why thousands of visitors choose to holiday in Menton each year.