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Villages Cyclables près de Montpellier

What a lovely way to explore the Languedoc! Within 20km of Montpellier, you'll find several enchanting villages perfect for a bicycle escape:

Castelnau-le-Lez (~7km northeast)

This medieval village perched above the Lez River has a charming old quarter with narrow streets, a 12th-century château, and lovely cafés along the river. The bike path along the Lez makes it an easy ride.

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Saint-Jean-de-Védas (~6km southwest)

While partly modern, its old center retains medieval charm with stone houses and a Romanesque church. Several bistros offer shaded terrasses perfect for a morning café.

Lattes (~5km south)

An ancient port town with archaeological museums and a peaceful old village center. The bike route takes you through the protected Lez riverbanks - quite scenic.

Palavas-les-Flots (~12km south)

A fishing village turned beach town with colorful houses along canals. More lively than quaint, but the old port area and morning fish market have authentic charm. Perfect for that mid-ride bière.

Pignan (~13km west)

A genuine Languedoc village with plane tree-lined squares, fountains, and barely any tourists. The kind of place where locals play pétanque outside the café - very Van Gogh-esque in its timeless quality.

Clapiers (~10km north)

Nestled in garrigue-covered hills with ochre stone buildings and winding streets. Less discovered, more authentic village life.

The Lez River bike path connects many of these spots, and the terrain is mostly flat - perfect for leisurely rides with plenty of café stops!

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