Béziers Travel Guide: Top Attractions and Local Tips, Episode 536
Join Us in France Travel Podcast
Annie Sargent
4.6 • 1K Ratings
🗓️ 9 March 2025
⏱️ 62 minutes
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Summary
Is Béziers really the oldest city in France? In Episode 536: Exploring Béziers, A Hidden Gem in the South of France, host Annie Sargent and guest Elyse Rivin dive into the fascinating history and charm of this underrated destination.
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Béziers sits in the Occitanie region, close to the Mediterranean. It has deep historical roots, from Roman times to the Cathar massacre and the winegrowers' revolt of 1907. Its Cathédrale Saint-Nazaire dominates the skyline, offering breathtaking views. The city’s streets lead to lively markets, including the recently renovated Les Halles de Béziers, where locals gather to enjoy fresh seafood, cheeses, and wines.
Béziers is also famous for the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Nine Locks of Fonseranes showcase incredible 17th-century engineering, still in use today. The Old Bridge, the Church of the Madeleine, and the Jean Moulin Museum add layers of history to explore.
Annie and Elyse discuss the city's evolving identity, growing expat community, and efforts to restore its historic center. They also touch on Robert Ménard, Béziers' controversial mayor, and how his policies shape the city.
If you’re looking for a unique stop in the South of France, Béziers deserves a visit. Tune in to this episode for a deep dive into history, culture, and travel tips!
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| 0:00.0 | This is Join us in France episode 536, 536. Bonjour, I'm Annie Sargent and join us in France, episode 536, 536. |
| 0:21.9 | Bonjour, I'm Annie Sargent, and join us in France is the podcast where we take a |
| 0:26.4 | conversational journey through the beauty, culture, and flavors of France. |
| 0:31.6 | Today, I bring you a conversation with the Leis Rivin of Toulouse's guided walks about the |
| 0:36.5 | beautiful and historic city of Bezier. |
| 0:39.8 | In this episode, we delve into the intriguing past of Bezier, |
| 0:44.1 | explore its cultural significance, |
| 0:46.3 | and discuss how this charming city is evolving today. |
| 0:50.2 | Whether you're planning a visit or just curious about French history and culture, |
| 0:57.3 | this episode is packed with fascinating stories and insights. |
| 1:04.5 | Join us for a journey through one of France's oldest cities and discover what makes Bezier a hidden gem. |
| 1:12.7 | This podcast is supported by donors and listeners who buy my tours and services, including my itinerary consult service, my GPS self-guided tours of Paris on the VoiceMap app, or take a day trip with me around the |
| 1:18.1 | southwest of France in my electric car. You can browse all of that at my boutique. |
| 1:22.8 | Join us in France.com for it slash boutique. And remember, Patreon supporters get the podcast at free and as soon as |
| 1:30.2 | it's ready, click on the link in the show notes to enjoy this Patreon reward for as little as |
| 1:35.5 | $3 per month. For the magazine part of the podcast, after my chat with Elise today, I'll discuss a few |
| 1:41.8 | of the most important events, both sports and cultural, |
| 1:46.2 | going on in France in the next few months. A few of them, not all of them, obviously. That's because |
| 1:51.9 | I hope you might be able to attend some of them. Hello, Elise. |
| 2:06.0 | We are going to talk about the city of Bezier today. |
| 2:11.0 | We were just there a few days ago. |
| 2:14.4 | Yes, we were. |
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