The Rough Guide to Languedoc & Roussillon (Travel Guide with Free eBook) (Rough Guides)

Practical travel guide to Languedoc and Roussillon featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in Languedoc and Roussillon, how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in Languedoc and Roussillon, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. The Rough Guide to Languedoc and Roussillon covers: Toulouse, Carcassonne, upper Aude and Ariege, Albi and Haut Languedoc, Nimes, Montpellier, Narbonne, Béziers and Roussillon. Inside this travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Languedoc and Roussillon, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Camargue to family activities in child-friendly places, like Montpellier or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Toulouse. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including Languedoc and Roussillon entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Carefully planned routes covering the best of Languedoc and Roussillon give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for sampling local delicacies, exploring beach towns or cycling. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of Carcassonne, St-Gilles, Collioure and Narbonne's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Languedoc and Roussillon, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in Languedoc and Roussillon, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into Languedoc and Roussillon, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Les Orgues and the spectacular Pont du Gard. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Narbonne, Perpignan and many more locations in Languedoc and Roussillon, reduce need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time. The Rough Guide to Languedoc and Roussillon Make the most of your time on Earth with the ultimate travel guides. World-renowned 'tell it like it is' travel guide, now with free eBook. Discover Languedoc and Roussillon with this comprehensive and entertaining travel guide, packed with practical information and honest recommendations by our independent experts. Whether you plan to navigate your way through the region along the Canal du Midi, explore Cathar country, or simply visit a vineyard or join in on a truffle hunt, The Rough Guide to Languedoc and Roussillon will help you discover the best places to explore, eat, drink, shop and sleep along the way. Features of this travel guide to Languedoc and Roussillon: Detailed regional coverage: provides practical information for every kind of trip, from off-the-beaten-track adventures to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas Honest and independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our writers will help you make the most from your trip to Languedoc and Roussillon Meticulous mapping: practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around Montpellier, Perpignan and many more locations without needing to get online Fabulous full-colour photography: features inspirational colour photography, including water-jousting in Sète and kayaking under the Pont du Gard Time-saving itineraries: carefully planned routes will help inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences Things not to miss: Rough Guides' rundown of the best sights and top experiences to be found in Carcassonne, Montségur, and Toulouse Travel tips and info: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more Background information: comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter provides fascinating insights into Languedoc and Roussillon, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary The ultimate travel tool: download the free eBook to access all this from your phone or tablet Covers: Toulouse and around, Carcassonne, Upper Aude and Ariège, Albi and Haut Languedoc, Nîmes and around, Montpellier and around, Narbonne, Béziers and around, Roussillon You may also be interested in: Rough guides to France, Dordogne and the Lot, Provence and the Côte d'Azur About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold globally. 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