Grande Maison Minervois Guidebook
Sightseeing
Classed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, this fortified village is just amazing.
215 locals recommend
Minerve
Classed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, this fortified village is just amazing.
Caunes-Minervois
Beautiful village with its monastery, good restaurants and bars.
As well classed as one of the most beautiful villages, you won't be disappointed
140 locals recommend
Lagrasse
As well classed as one of the most beautiful villages, you won't be disappointed
Lastours
Visit the Cathar castels of Lastours, a must see!
Visit the mysterious village Rennes-le-Château which hides the secret of a rich treasure.
112 locals recommend
Rennes le chateau
Visit the mysterious village Rennes-le-Château which hides the secret of a rich treasure.
Gruissan
Mediterranean feeling in this authentic coast village.
Fortified City of Carcassonne - World Heritage Site, just don't expect to be alone though. During winter it can be very quiet and you'll feel like being sent back to the medieval age.
302 locals recommend
Cité de Carcassonne
1 Rue Viollet le DucFortified City of Carcassonne - World Heritage Site, just don't expect to be alone though. During winter it can be very quiet and you'll feel like being sent back to the medieval age.
Chalets Beach
Nice spacious beach at Gruissan, with the famous wooden chalets
Peyriac-de-Mer
Stroll around on the wooden pontoons and observe flamingos
Lac de Jouarres
Nearest lake with a stone beach and surf center
Ribaute
Great place for swimming
Our favorite lake, cool waters, few people, great views, 30 min drive from Laure-Minervois
6 locals recommend
Lac de Pradelles-Cabardes
Chemin du Lac BirotosOur favorite lake, cool waters, few people, great views, 30 min drive from Laure-Minervois
Lac De La Tulipière
Hidden lake that only locals know, warm waters and stunning scenery
Saint-Laurent-de-la-Cabrerisse
Great place for swimming in a cool river
Montolieu
Beautiful village, full of book stores and ateliers.
Best place to swim on a really hot summer day, surrounded by forests. About 45min drive from Laure-Minervois
11 locals recommend
Bassin de Lampy
Best place to swim on a really hot summer day, surrounded by forests. About 45min drive from Laure-Minervois
One of the best kite spots of France, huge beach and clear waters
45 locals recommend
Plage de la Franqui
One of the best kite spots of France, huge beach and clear waters
Cabrespine
Nice little village with great walks and excellent restaurant
Citou
Visit the old ruins and enjoy the nice view
Cities next to Laure-Minervois
Stroll through the old city, eat ice cream next to the canal or visit les halles de Narbonne where you can buy all sorts of food.
237 locals recommend
Narbonne
Stroll through the old city, eat ice cream next to the canal or visit les halles de Narbonne where you can buy all sorts of food.
Visit la Bastille, Carcassonnes old city center and its beautiful market on Saturday morning at place Carnot.
482 locals recommend
Carcassonne
Visit la Bastille, Carcassonnes old city center and its beautiful market on Saturday morning at place Carnot.
Lively student city with lots of cafés and bars and a huge pedestrian area, our favorite!
634 locals recommend
Montpellier
Lively student city with lots of cafés and bars and a huge pedestrian area, our favorite!
TOULOUSE
The pink city is only one hour away, you can also take the direct intercity from Carcassonne. Enjoy the architecture, the many restaurants and shops and visit its great art museums on a day trip.
329 locals recommend
Toulouse
TOULOUSE
The pink city is only one hour away, you can also take the direct intercity from Carcassonne. Enjoy the architecture, the many restaurants and shops and visit its great art museums on a day trip.
Restaurants and Domaines
La Perle Gruissanaise
6 Av. de l'AiguilleExcellent fresh sea food such as oysters and mussels
auberge sire de cabaret
le villageExcellent traditional French food
Caputspina
Beautiful location and excellent food
Le Clos des Framboisiers
8 Rue des FramboisiersBeautiful decor and pool, excellent food
Restaurant le Saint Jean
1 Pl. Saint-JeanBest restaurant in the Cité
Chez Cul d'Oursin
Best fresh oysters!
Great covered market, find all sorts of food, from fish to oriental desserts...
170 locals recommend
Les Halles de Narbonne
1 Cr MirabeauGreat covered market, find all sorts of food, from fish to oriental desserts...
Taste Olvies and do a tour to learn about Olives production
48 locals recommend
The Olive Oil Cooperative Oulibo
Hameau CabezacTaste Olvies and do a tour to learn about Olives production
Domaine Sibille
3 Av. des BentouladesTaste the best organic, local wine and chat with Barbara Sibille
Taste wine and visit this stunning Domaine. They also organise high standard classical concerts all year round.
Chateau St Jacques d’Albas
Taste wine and visit this stunning Domaine. They also organise high standard classical concerts all year round.
The first organic Domaine in Laure-Minervois, taste their excellent wine.
Le Domaine de la Tour Boisée
1 Rue du Château d'EauThe first organic Domaine in Laure-Minervois, taste their excellent wine.
Domaine Villepeyroux-Forest
VillepeyrouxVisit this beautiful Domaine and taste their excellent wine.
Nature & Landscape
Corbières
Great for wild swimming, climbing and hiking
Montagne Noire
Route de RevelGreat area for walking, cool shaded forests
Massif De La Clape
Excellent climbing and hiking area
City advice
Getting around
You need a car to explore
Public transports are rare, its best to explore by car.
Customs and culture
Robbery
The region is safe, nevertheless living standard is lower than in northern Europe, please don't leave valuables in your car and always lock the door of the car and the house.