Pezenas, Languedoc, guide de voyage

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Pezenas is a town in the Herault department of Languedoc-Roussillon region, 20 kilometres north-east of Beziers.

Pezenas has a nice attractive old town, unspoiled by modern development, with narrow streets to explore as well as some grand 17th century houses. The tourist Office offers guided tours of the town to help you make the most of a visit.

The church of Saint-Jean-de-Bébian is classified as a historic monument, and the other main church - the church of Saint-Ursule also merits a visit. The town is also reputed for its antique and bric-a-brac shops.

The town is especially proud of its association with Moliere, who brought his troupe to the town on several occasions, and has a monument to commemorate the fact by the reputed sculptor Jean-Antoine Anjelbert. As a consequence, each summer Pezenas plays host to the Mirondela de l'Arte, and music and street entertainment takes over the town.

Not to be missed when you are at Pezenas is the nearby (12 km) Abbey at Valmagne, a classified historic monument and very beatiful abbey and cloister.

The market day is Saturday in Pezenas.

Pezenas: tourisme, carte, guide de voyage et gites