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Environment
“Between the Orb and Aude” coastal path
Explore the coastal path running through Valras-Plage from Esplanade Emile-Turco to Rue de Bretagne on the edge of Vendres-Plage. The second section of the “Between the Orb and Aude” coastal path, designed by the DDTM (Department for Land and Coastal Management) with the support of Valras-Plage Council, officially launched in late December 2017. It has […]
On 29.11.2021
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Culture, History and legends, Living environment
Do you speak biterrois ? Parlatz besierenc ?
Bienvenue dans le pays Biterrois, où les mots de la “langue d’aqui” sont autant d’images et d’émotions riches, de véhicules d’une culture ancienne. Avis à tous les arrivants, estivants, nouveaux résidents à qui ce manuel linguistique de survie est dédié : tous ces mots, locutions, transpositions de l’occitan en “français du Languedoc” (ce qu’ici on […]
On 29.11.2021
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Heritage, History and legends
A wreck turned artificial reef in Valras-Plage
You know all about the beach, ports and summer vibes ideal for family and friends in Valras-Plage. But did you know that it has its fair share of seafaring secrets too? Some of them are buried deep. An 80m Greek merchant ship called Le Mimosa lies on the Mediterranean seabed between Valras-Plage and Vendres. The […]
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Activities, Heritage, History and legends
We’ve tried it out for you: the Roman arena in augmented reality!
Whether you feel more like a gladiator or a spectator, you can experience the Roman arena from every angle! The first remains of the Roman amphitheatre were uncovered in 1991 and lots of our schools went to watch the excavation work. When you’re 10, it’s hard to imagine that this place could have hosted an […]
On 29.11.2021
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Festivities and traditions, Living environment
Fête de la Saint-Pierre in Valras-Plage
Valras-Plage celebrates the Mediterranean, fishermen and sailors on the last weekend of June every year. The traditional Saint Peter’s Day was made a full-blown festival in 2008 with the help of Guy Combes to become the event we know today with performances, night parades, fireworks, brass bands, peñas, water demonstrations and more. Secular events happily […]
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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 […]
On 29.11.2021
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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 […]
On 29.11.2021
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Culture, Heritage
Did you know that Béziers is the oldest town in France?
Who’d have thought that Béziers has been around for almost 2646 years? Digital makes life and communication far easier now but it looks like our Greek friends came to settle here for centuries despite not having any smartphones, planes and being 3000km away from us (on land). Archaeological digs between 1985 and 1986 under Place […]
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Nature, Sport
Top 5 things to do in spring
Get outdoors and explore Béziers Méditerranée in spring with family, friends, your loved one or on your own! The days are getting longer so it’s time to get some fresh air and enjoy the outdoor lifestyle in Béziers Méditerranée! Here are our top 5 things to do in spring! 1. Explore the great outdoors on […]
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