Pézenas
A small craft town where Molière once performed, with Renaissance mansions, courtyards and artisan workshops throughout the old town.
In the 17th century Pézenas was the seat of the Languedoc Estates, and the playwright Molière performed here for many years. The old town preserves numerous Renaissance and classical mansions, and their stone-staircase courtyards can be visited freely. The former Jewish quarter, many craft workshops and antique shops are worth exploring, and the local specialty is the Pézenas petit pâté. A large market is held on Saturday mornings. It is about 55 kilometers from Montpellier.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Lac du Salagou
- Étang de Thau & Bouzigues
- Mont Saint-Clair
- Sète
- Grotte de Clamouse
- Pont du Diable (Hérault)
- Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert
- Cirque de Navacelles