Béziers :
what to see and do
Béziers is a town in the south of France, not far from the Mediterranean coast. It has a population of around 76,000, and is famous for its historical heritage and its various locks, such as the one leading to the Canal du Midi and reaching our campsite in Vias. The town is home to many tourist attractions, including the Pont Vieux (Old Bridge) and the Cathedral ofSaint-Nazaire-et-Saint-Celse, which overlooks the entire Languedoc region. Gothic in style, it was built in the XIIIᵉ century on ancient Roman monuments, remnants of which are still present in the city. Béziers is one of the tourist gems of Languedoc-Roussillon that Finca L’Air Marin, our campsite on the Canal du Midi, urges you to discover.
Discover a town of character in the heart of the Hérault region
The second largest city in the Hérault department, Béziers is located in the Biterrois region of Languedoc-Roussillon. It was built on the banks of the Orb River, which flows into the Mediterranean Sea, making it ideal for water-based activities such as boat trips and kayaking on the Canal du Midi.
Its geographical location, not far from Spain, has been a strategic point for many peoples throughout history. It has been home to various civilizations over the years. Béziers is an old town with a rich historical and cultural heritage.
Roman remains, such as the amphitheatre, were first discovered, before the town developed under Charlemagne in the Middle Ages. Major monuments were built and the wine trade flourished.
Today, the town of Béziers is a major tourist attraction, famous for its rugby team, its Spanish-influenced bullfighting shows and its vineyards. It’s also a region where the climate is pleasant at any time of year, and where modern and historic architecture, built at great heights, gives the place a great deal of charm. You’ll easily be lulled by Béziers’ gentle way of life and its Mediterranean flair.
nature activities
What to do in Béziers
A wide range of activities awaits you in Béziers: from historical visits to shopping and water sports, you’re sure to find something to suit your tastes!
Travelling through time
- Saint Nazaire Cathedral
- Bishops’ garden
- Little tourist train
- Strolling through Old Béziers
- The Roman amphitheatre
- Le Pont Vieux
Discover modern Béziers
- The Béziers bullring
- Allées Paul Ricquet and its stores
- See the frescoes of Béziers
- The municipal theater
- The Poets’ Plateau
Taste local specialities
You can’t leave Béziers without tasting the local produce, which you can easily find in the markets. In fact, there are many small markets in the town, as well as the Halles couvertes.
Try delicacies such as poutou and riquet, and taste the cataroise de Béziers, a sweet wine available in white or red. Finally, Béziers is best known for its wine estates, some of which you can visit. Like Château de Saint-Bauzille or Château de Raissac, for example.
Béziers Visit
Attend live shows and events
- Corrida show
- Feria in August
- Cheering on local heroes during a rugby match at the Raoul Barrière stadium
Enjoy an outdoor activity
- Boating on the Canal du Midi
- Observe the 9 locks at Fonseranes
- Kayaking and canoeing
- Visit the city by bike with a guide or on your own
- Strolling along the Canal du Midi
Why visit Béziers
from our campsite
Among the most visited towns on the Canal du Midi, Béziers is the most popular. From the Finca L’Air Marin campsite, take a stopover on the Canal du Midi in and around Béziers.
Getting to Béziers by sea
If the Canal du Midi is mainly associated with Béziers, it’s because the canal is a titanic work of art designed by Pierre-Paul Riquet to link the Atlantic to the Mediterranean.
The Canal du Midi is a unique waterway built between 1667 and 1681. One of the oldest canals in the world, it is also one of the longest man-made waterways in Europe (240 km). Its creation enabled goods to be transported rapidly between two seas, which helped trade enormously.
The Canal du Midi stretches towards the Mediterranean via Finca L’Air Marin, our campsite in Vias, and empties into theEtang de Thau near Sète. Take advantage of our strategic position to discover the best spots along the Canal du Midi, and explore the area around Béziers by sea or land.
You can also see the extent of the Canal’s construction site through the 9 locks at Fonseranes.
Canoeing on the Canal du Midi
Soothing and invigorating, the Canal du Midi offers a variety of walks, bike rides and boat trips, from Sète to the Garonne between Bordeaux and Toulouse.
Through the lush green landscapes, you can discover some of Languedoc’s most famous historical monuments. Our campsite along the Canal du Midi is an ideal spot for canoeing and enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding area.
In fact, our Vias Plage campsite is located on the banks of the Canal du Midi, and offers free rental of boats and canoes for self-guided cruising. Would you like to explore the canal by barge?
Several boat rental services are available in the vicinity of Finca L’Air Marin. We have dedicated a page to activities on the Canal du Midi.
Visit Cap d’Agde and its historic town
Would you like to reach the Mediterranean coast from Béziers? On the road from Sète to Valras-Plage, you’ll find a number of tourist resorts on the Hérault coast, including Cap d’Agde.
This seaside resort in Languedoc-Roussillon is famous for its beaches and marina. In addition to its Mediterranean beaches, you’ll find plenty of entertainment and amusement parks.
The main advantage of the town of Agde is that it can be reached both by car and by boat.
It’s just 10 minutes from the campsite and around 20 km from Béziers by car. Coming down from Béziers, the Canal du Midi joins the Hérault river in the heart of the historic town of Agde.
If you decide to take this route from the Finca L’Air Marin campsite in Vias, you’ll probably pass through theround lock at Agde.
Activities Tours &
Stay in a campsite near Béziers
In the heart of a superb pine forest, 12 km away, young and old alike can enjoy a half or full day at Béziers Aventure. You’ll progress at your own level on accrobranche courses of varying difficulty.
Mobile home rental near Béziers
During your stay in Béziers, along the Canal du Midi, we can offer you comfortable accommodation for a relaxing break.
Among them, we recommend the mobile home rental in Vias or more unusual accommodation such as chalets and lodge tents. Our low-cost Vias campsite offers rentals to suit all budgets, including quality services to satisfy the whole family.
Spacious camping pitches in Vias are available on our wooded grounds, allowing you to set up your motorhome, caravan or tent and enjoy a peaceful vacation in the heart of nature.
Campsite with water park near Béziers
In addition to a wide choice of comfortable accommodation: camping pitches, unusual accommodation and quality mobile homes, this campsite also boasts a water park at Vias with an outdoor swimming pool, a heated indoor pool, waterslides and an outdoor jacuzzi.
A 4-star campsite with exceptional services
At the heart of our campsite are indoor and outdoor fitness areas. Our campsite is also “Dog Friendly” and will be delighted to welcome your 4-legged companions (supp. €6/day).
You can also treat yourself at our bar-restaurant “El Pueblo” or at the snack bar “La Cantina” during your stay. We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable stay in Vias.
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