OCCITANIE, LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON
The Languedoc belongs to the Occitanie region and with more than 300 days of sunshine a year is a hidden gem for lovers of the South of France. However, there is more to discover than the sea and the beaches. You can experience the vines shimmering in the sunlight. Visit sublime castles and abbeys, which tell of the turbulent history of this region. A journey through the hinterland takes you into mysterious caves and rugged gorges. Idyllic rivers and medieval canals capture the imagination of a traveller in this old cultivated land of the Romans and Cathars.
The central location of Château de Massignan is the ideal gateway for a truly diverse and varied holiday.
Nature & Culture
The area around Château de Massignan combines the rugged mountainous foothills of the Pyrenees, rolling hills drapped with vines, together with the sea and the endless sandy beaches of golden Mediterranean coastline. Discover the World Heritage Canal du Midi just outside Château de Massignans. Visit Romanesque monasteries in remote valleys, and explore castle ruins on rugged cliffs. Experience sleepy wine villages and Mediterranean markets. Follow in the footsteps of the Romans and Cathars or discover the birthplace of Cubism.
Leisure & Family
Not only culture and history are on offer at Château de Massignan. Take the opportunity to jog in the morning in the vineyards. Play tennis, ride rivers, hike past castles and palaces. Or take your surfboard, rent a sailboat or experience a safari in the Reserve Africaine. Visit the water parks or take advantage of the numerous entertainments on offfer on the Mediterranean. Embark on caving expeditions or learn more about salt production and oyster farming. And how actually did the knights lived back then?
Wine & Pleasure
The growing area of Languedoc-Roussillon is one of the largest and oldest production areas worldwide. Corbières, Minervois, Fitou, Clape are just some names of the now highly prized wines of the Languedoc. Wine lovers can taste excellent wines from a wide range of Domains daily. What’s more, you can extend these tastings with the specialties of Southern French cuisine. In the immediate vicinity of Château de Massignan there are a variety of restaurants.
In your apartment you will find a current list of restaurants, together with our personal recommendations.