Languedoc-Roussillon

France

France Travel Guide

Shop

Get even more with a Lonely Planet guide.

Shop Book
magdala tower, rennes le chateau city in Aude, France; Shutterstock ID 637444678; Your name (First / Last): Daniel Fahey; GL account no.: 65050; Netsuite department name: Online Editorial; Full Product or Project name including edition: Roussillon page

magdala tower, rennes le chateau city in Aude, France; Shutterstock ID 637444678; Your name (First / Last): Daniel Fahey; GL account no.: 65050; Netsuite department name: Online Editorial; Full Product or Project name including edition: Roussillon page

Overview

Stretching from Provence to the Pyrenees, this sultry, sun-baked territory (now part of the greater Occitanie region) feels like a country in its own right. It’s been a strategic border since Roman times and is awash with historical reminders, from Roman aqueducts to hilltop Cathar castles. Today it’s best known for its vineyards, which produce a third of France's wines, and the busy beaches sprawling along its Mediterranean shore.

Meet your new travel partner

Stay connected in Languedoc-Roussillon

Holafly eSIM provides unlimited mobile data with no hidden fees, giving you peace of mind wherever you travel. Stay connected even after your plan ends with Always On. Use code LONELYPLANET for an exclusive discount.

Get 5% off

Take your France trip with Lonely Planet Journeys

Pick one of our ready-to-book trips or fully customize your own with help from our local experts.

bookable trip

Summer Soirée: 10 Days of French Wine, Sun, and Culture

10 days / 9 nights

highlights

  1. 1Uncovering the mysteries and secrets of the Louvre with an immersive museum tour-turned-game
  2. 2Hopping between scenic Provencal vineyards to sip and sample the region's best wines
  3. 3Experiencing the life and legacy of Van Gogh on an art tour through Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Arles
from $3,800

per person

book this tripsee trip details

Explore more trips

  • Cultural Pillars of Paris and the French Countryside
    France

    13 days / 12 nights

    Cultural Pillars of Paris and the French Countryside

    FROM $4,130

    per person

    See Trip Details
  • Basque Country at Its Best: Bilbao, San Sebastian, and Spain’s Rioja Wine Region
    France

    8 days / 7 nights

    Basque Country at Its Best: Bilbao, San Sebastian, and Spain’s Rioja Wine Region

    FROM $2,900

    per person

    See Trip Details
  • The French Riviera and Provence: A Journey Through Authentic France
    France

    11 days / 10 nights

    The French Riviera and Provence: A Journey Through Authentic France

    FROM $4,430

    per person

    See Trip Details

Must-see attractions

Explore all

Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Road Trips

The ancient is coming back into vogue in southern France. In 2019, two new museums will shine a spotlight on Roman history: Nîmes’ Musée de la Romanité…

Read full article

Get a book. Get inspired. Get exploring.

Explore all books

in partnership with getyourguide

Book popular activities in Languedoc-Roussillon

Languedoc-Roussillon and beyond

View all