3 Impasse Danton
34420 Villeneuve les Beziers
France
Email: Jennifer-Viner@hotmail.fr
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Villeneuve les Beziers is a
bustling village on the Canal du Midi. Villeneuve is still
predominantly a wine growing village although more recently the rise in
tourism in this area has brought a second vibrant industry.
New restaurants and bars have opened
for visiters and locals alike, flowers adorn street corners,
window boxes and patios during most of the year and Villeneuve has
become an all year round holiday location. This is in
contrast to many
of the coastal villages which effectively close during the off-season. Villeneuve was first settled by the Spanish in 812. The church dates back to the 12th century and the village was completely enclosed by 1500. The population of the village is now about 3000, rising to 5000 in the summer months. Maison Danton is situated within the medieval part of the village Many of the houses surrounding Maison Danton still show traces of their medieval roots. The commercial centre of the village is within easy walking distance with its shops, bars and restaurants. The village offers a host of services: There are a number of market stalls selling fresh produce, 3 bakers, a general store, 2 cafes, 4 restaurants, a pizzeria, a post office and an impressive new Mediatheque with computers available for the internet. Just outside of the village (approximately 1km away) is a multiscreen cinema with 12 screens in total, more restuarants, shops and a large hypermarket. Villeneuve has municipal tennis courts if you feel energetic and a path along the canal du Midi offers pleasant canalside walks or cycle rides. |
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service to Beziers which is the nearest large town. Beziers has a
large tree lined boulevard at its centre with bars and
restaurants that spill out on
to the streets during the summer months. Regular markets occur on
the square (with the
Friday flower market being the most popular). Just a short walk away is
the magnificent
cathedral with incredible views over the surrounding countryside.
Beziers contains a range of
interesting shops and boutiques, a theatre, musuems, parks and art
galleries.
There are many festivals throughout the year culminating in a
grand summer 'feria' that includes music, theatre, street spectacles
and bull fighting. The centre of the town is closed every evening for 4
days during August for the festivities. The delightful waterside village of Agde is only 20 minutes drive from Villeneuve with its beautiful painted village houses, winding streets, fascinating shops, superb restaurants and traditional markets. Buy some of the best fresh fish in the Languedoc from Agde and, if an early riser, it is possible to buy directly from the returning fishing boats. Nearby is Pezenas which has become synonimous with Moliere and is a thriving centre for artisans. A selection of delightful shops are dotted amongst the winding medieval streets in the heart of the old town. Included are antiques, local produce, and art galleries. There are also bars and restuarant many with outside tables for that necessary rest and rejuvenating drink. The Saturday market is a must for anyone who enjoys browsing. |
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The sandy beaches and azure
blue seas of the Mediterranean are a mere 8 kms away. There is a wide
choice of beach resorts nearby including Cap d'Agde, Serignan Plage,
Valras Plage and Marseillan Plage. Whether you prefer busy beaches
with bars, restaurants
and nightlife, family orientated beaches with good facilities or just
the
peace and quiet of a unspoilt sandy corner in a nature reserve, there
is a beach option for you. 30 minutes drive away are the Cevennes and the Minervois. Hills and mountains with Cathar village such as Minerve which sits astride deep gorges. Also microclimates such as Roquebrun "the little Nice of Languedoc" wih its Mediterranean gardens and canoeing on the river Orb. The area has an incredible history to explore with castles and abbeys. Valmagne for example with its magnificent wine. The medieval walled city of Carcassonne is only an hour away or a little further is Nimes with its Roman amphitheatre which is still used for outside concerts during the summer months The countyside surrounding Villeneuve les Beziers is awash with vineyards. Langudeoc Roussillon is one of the largest wine producing regions in France. Take advanatge of the wonderful choice of visits and tasting opportunities on your doorstep. Appellations include St Chinian, Minervois and Faugueres. With over 300 days of sunshine per year and some of the best weather available within France, Maison Danton is an ideal holiday destination. Whether looking for some relaxing summer sunshine, visiting winemakers, travelling along the canal du midi by boat, bicycle or even on foot Villeneuve is a superb location to rest for a while. |
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to watch a slideshow of Maison Danton photos
Additional photos kindly supplied by:
Christopher Shain : Photographer
Outstanding images for business
Australia
http://www.shain.com.au
mobile phone 04 1997 7411
studio phone 02 9810 5000
Christopher Shain : Photographer
Outstanding images for business
Australia
http://www.shain.com.au
mobile phone 04 1997 7411
studio phone 02 9810 5000