Saint-Chinian

Saint-Chinian

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownSaint-ChinianPierrerue at 3.2 km (6 min)
Insee code34245Prades-sur-Vernazobre at 4.8 km (10 min)
Postcode34360Cébazan at 4.9 km (5 min)
Latitude43.4186460Babeau-Bouldoux at 4.9 km (7 min)
Longitude2.9451290Assignan at 6.6 km (13 min)
AltitudeFrom 101 to 631 metersVillespassans at 7.8 km (15 min)
Surface23.29 km²Cessenon-sur-Orb at 9.3 km (19 min)
Population1813 inhabitantsBerlou at 10.7 km (22 min)
Density78 inhabitants/km²Ferrières-Poussarou at 10.8 km (15 min)
Chief townMontpellier (at 98 km, 78 min)Creissan at 11 km (13 min)
DepartmentHéraultPuisserguier at 11.8 km (13 min)
RegionLanguedoc-RoussillonSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Between sea and mountains on the D 612, 30 km north of Béziers, Saint-Chinian nestles in the verdant valley Vernazobres dominated south by a chain of rocks and north by the foothills of the Cevennes.

Arriving by the collar Fontjun, you will be amazed by the magnificent panorama spread before your eyes: the mountains of Grage and massive Caroux.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Benedictine Abbey and its garden.
  • The abbey church and cloister.
  • The mill.
  • The capitelles.
  • Our Lady of Nazareth.
  • The church and its organs.
  • La Maison des Vins.
  • Wine Cellars.
  • Recreation:

Piscine." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Swimming pool.

Canoë kayak." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Canoe Kayak.

Tennis." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Tennis.

Escalade (falaises de Notre Dame de Nazareth)." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Climbing (cliffs of Our Lady of Nazareth).

Balades à cheval et à dos d'ânes." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Horse riding and donkey.

VTT et randonnées pédestres (Topo Guide et fiches rando en vente à l'Office de Tourisme)." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Biking and hiking trails (hiking Topo Guide and Worksheets for sale at the Tourist Office).

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Saint-Chinian

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Market: The walk every Thursday and Sunday mornings (list of markets available to the Hérault Tourist Office).
  • Easter Fair.
  • National Day and the balls 13 and 14 July.
  • Vintage Saint-Chinian Day: 3rd Sunday of July.
  • Feast of St. Lawrence in August.
  • Wine Festival premiere in the fall.
  • Feast of Saint Aignan, in October.
  • Exhibition Toussaint.
  • Christmas Market: early December.
  • Exhibitions, concerts, garage sales, meetings winegrowers ... (Detailed program of festivities available at the tourist office).

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Hits: 10 to 15 miles Saint-Chinian:

Mini ferme Zoo de Cessenon." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Farm Mini Zoo Cessenon.

L'abbaye de Fontcaude à Cazedarnes." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Abbey Fontcaude to Cazedarnes.

Dolmen à Cébazan." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Dolmen Cébazan.

Grotte de Camprafaud à Ferrières-Poussarou." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Cave Camprafaud Ferrières-Poussarou.

Jardin Méditerranéen à Roquebrun." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Mediterranean Garden in Roquebrun.

Musée archéologique de Cruzy." onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">> Archaeological Museum Cruzy.

PHOTOS
Cloister
 
The Saint-Chinian vineyards and overlooking the village
The former Benedictine abbey (City Hall)
 
The Mill
The Garden City Hall
 
Belfry of the Church Parish
The organs listed church
 
Our Chapel Lady of Nazareth
The channel Abbot
 
The Vernazobres
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 10°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 4°C - Max. 10°C
Friday 17 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 12°C
RESTAURANTS 
L'épicurien
Cessenon-sur-Orb
The Epicurean At the pancake, you could taste these buckwheat cakes and sweet crepes these salads geante. Chaque these days we offer the suggestion of the head but also traditional...
Located 9.1 km from Saint-ChinianFrom 10 € to 30 € per person 
La Table Saint Crescent
Narbonne
The chef Lionel Giraud invites you to discover a savoury and creative cuisine in his restaurant La Table Saint Crescent, one Michelin star, in Narbonne.
Located 27 km from Saint-ChinianFrom 25 € to 80 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Les Terrasses Occitanes    
9.7
Argeliers
Be seduced by the charm and authenticity of this old vineyard house nestled in the heart of Cathar country. 'The Occitan Terraces' welcome you in the enchanting setting of a very tourist...
Located 12.4 km from Saint-ChinianFrom 75 € to 125 € the double room 
La Maison des Causses    
10
Aigne
At the heart of Minervois, to aigne, circulade medieval village, in a former mansion, we provide you with clear 3 bedrooms, spacious and comfortable. Bathroom and toilet and private....
Located 15.4 km from Saint-ChinianFrom 56 € to 61 € the double room 
Le coq du nord ****    
10
Mailhac
In the heart of the Minervois, and half way between Beziers and Carcassonne, this air-conditioned Bed & Breakfast has five double rooms available. Private swimming pool. Off-road parking....
Located 15.9 km from Saint-ChinianFrom 60 € to 85 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gites des oliviers
Quarante
To the west of Beziers and Narbonne in the east, near the Canal du Midi and a half hour from the beaches, our 3 cottages offer by location, the magic of the Languedoc hinterland and...
Located 7.7 km from Saint-ChinianFrom 300 € to 400 € per week 
Marquise de Roc  
9.6
Roquebrun
Superb mansion in charming village; 6 double rooms with TV sets + private bathrooms; fully equiped kitchen and dining room for 18 people; lounge with large screen TV and fireplace;...
Located 11.4 km from Saint-ChinianFrom 1300 € to 3000 € per week 
Ferme équestre de Font Seque  
8
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Saint-Jean-de-Minervois
Farm stays. Horse breeding, horse-riding. Located in the regional park overview to the mediterenaen sea and the Pyrenees. A stone house and two apartments for rent. Camping on the farm....
Located 13.1 km from Saint-ChinianFrom 525 € to 630 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping les Terrasses  
Saint-Chinian
Between mediterranean sea and mountains, Camping les terrasses is setting in the vignobles of Saint Chinian, Swimming-pool, tennis course, river at 800 meters. Safe and quiet.
Located in Saint-ChinianFrom 12 € to 16 € per day 
Camping la pinede    
8
Lézignan-Corbières
This family campsite, three and a half hectares, welcomes you with sympathy, only 500 m from the center of Lézignan, on the edge of a fragrant pine forest, where you can enjoy a well...
Located 28 km from Saint-ChinianFrom 13.50 € to 17.20 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Pressoir     
7
Saint-Chinian
Ideally set in Saint Chinian, between sea and mountain, Le Pressoir combines charm and modernity. Stay in one of the hotel's 15 cosy rooms in which you will find all the comfort you...
Located in Saint-ChinianRoom from 59 €
Château Les Carrasses    
9.2
Quarante
Set in the Languedoc countryside, this 19th-century castle with wine domain is now a luxury hotel. It offers an infinity pool and tennis court in the garden with an olive grove. The...
Located 11.6 km from Saint-ChinianRoom from 103 €
Les Terrasses Occitanes 
Argeliers
This B&B is set in a former wine cellar, located in Argeliers and 500 metres from the Canal du Midi. It offers a heated, indoor swimming pool, a hot tub and a roof terrace with deck...
Located 12.4 km from Saint-ChinianRoom from 60 €

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