Sports events Languedoc Roussillon

Race in large part on paths in the garrigue with some climbs. A great deal of fresh air in sum! End of the journey on the downhill. Buffet upon arrival.

Tariff: 9 € per person.

Distance: 10 km.

Departure: At 15 p. m. in the village, Place du Château.

Difficulty: average.

Welcome to the highest fortified city in France: you are here at 1,600 meters above sea level! His ramparts impress you? There is something: their construction requisitioned no less than 4,000 men, and the construction site lasted two years! According to Vauban's plans in the seventeenth century, they are still very well maintained, which has earned them a UNESCO World Heritage inscription. The walk to the family invites you to discover them. Then, after a walk of about 2 kilometers, you will eventually be able to offer a guided tour of the citadel and its sinks well; find out about this with the Tourist Office.

Tariff: free of charge.

Distance: 2.1 km.

Difficulty: easy.

The first stage race of the year in the European professional calendar, in the international professional circuit UCI Europe Tour, the Étoile de Bessèges was founded in 1971 by a former cyclist in love with the Gard, Roland Fangille. In five stages, including the traditional time trial in Alès that ends at the top of the Hermitage climb, it is considered one of the preparatory races for Paris-Nice in March. A team of volunteers, in a strong family spirit, works to keep the race alive with all the passion of its creator.

40 single-hulled vessel on water, 5 shipmate per boat, Swiss, Italian, French or Spanish, come to this event that counts for the national ranking of French Sailing Federation Runners. A true water ballet you need to see.

The Sailing Festival has become over the years an inescapable appointment in summer. This period of two days is the occasion to discover a range of nautical activities:  introductions to water sports and leisure activities with Grand Sud Fishing Sport association, Narbonne Nautical society and its sailing school, Narbonne Big Game Fishing Federation and Association, Narbonne-Plage nautical Centre, Underwater Club, Aude Fishermen committee and Aqua jet and JetXtreme societies. There are also, demonstrations, parades of boats, stroll on water, two open door days, exhibitions, concerts, workshops, regattas and baptisms. In a spirit of conviviality, take time to discover a maritime culture.

La Saint-Louis is a 4-day festival of parades (representing all the districts) through the streets to the rhythm of the peñas, square-ball tournaments, tributes to railway workers and concerts at the Théâtre de la Mer. On the last day of the festivities, Sétois and jousters gather in the Place de la Mairie, nicknamed the "Place du Poufre", to enjoy macaroonade (and build up their strength!), before the Languedoc jousting tournaments that bring the weekend to a close. If you're looking for an authentic, convivial experience, come and see us in August!

The town of Beaucaire is the "cradle" of the Camargue racing tradition. With a packed program every year, the sport attracts thousands of spectators to the town's arenas; in spring, the Muguet d'Or takes place, in summer, the Palme d'Or and Palme d'Argent, and finally, in autumn, the big bullfighting event is the Trophée Marius Gardiol. During these races, the animal is not killed: the "raseteurs" simply try to catch the award-winning attributes attached to an ox's forehead and horns. A real spectacle!

After 20 years in Toulouse, the Occitanie region is putting handisport in the spotlight at this 3-day event relocated to Nîmes, with a major goal: to promote the practice of handisport, which conveys the values of team spirit, surpassing oneself and accomplishment. Open to all on Saturday, you'll be able to discover handisport through workshops featuring a number of highlights: demonstrations of wheelchair basketball, boccia, rifle shooting, soft-arc, climbing, wheelchair course workshop, LSF initiation, meetings with top-level athletes...

In 1629, the jousting tournaments offered a unique spectacle to Cardinal de Richelieu during his visit to Frontignan. This local tradition lives on today, particularly during the Tournament de la Ville on July 14th. Dressed in white, spear and bulwark in hand, the jousters compete to the sound of drums and the Languedoc oboe, in nautical battles in a festive atmosphere. Come and join the crowd on the banks of the canal to applaud them!

The oldest critérium of France. The best of the Tour de France clash in a classic of the summer on a circuit in downtown.

The origin of the Camargue race dates back to the 15th century, but it was at the end of the 19th century that it really developed, many small arenas were then built to bring man and bull into conflict. But this is not about fighting or killing, but rather passes full of skill and elegance, a race for honour. This honour is materialized by attributes fixed on the forehead and between the horns of the bull, formerly flowers, scarves, tricolor cockades or motto in the colors of the manade and sometimes even sausage or victuals. Today, there are six of them, two strings around the horns, an acorn on each, a cockade on the forehead and a forehead behind the animal's forehead. Equipped with a hook, the razor must grab these brands, for which rewards are offered.

Top start in Aragon! We have selected for you the N ° 4 circuit, adapted at all levels and ideal with family. You're making progress in a quiet way on a path that is not leveled, with garrigue in the foreground, Pyrénées and Black Mountain in the second. It is possible at the end of the day after the work, or afternoon at weekends. On the way, take a break in front of the church of Fraisse-Cabardès, and admire the Capservy Abbey slightly further.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 1 h.

Difficulty: easy.

Winter, cold, snow… If it discouraged you so far to continue your physical training, we have found two activities that should motivate you: cross-country skiing and snowshoes! Rather than taking the elements, is it not more pleasant to take the advantage?

In the heart of the Cevennes National Park, the Domaine du Mas de la Bateau offers 28 kilometres of Nordic ski slopes drawn in alternative and skating, as well as 3 routes of snowshoes. If you know the landscapes of Mount Lozere and the Cassini peak in summer, discover them under their great white coat, you can only be seduced…

Tariff: cross-country skiing: from 9 € half day and € 11 per day per adult; 7 € half day and € 9 per day for those under 17; snowshoes: free.

Distance: cross-country skiing: from 2,3 km to 10,2 km; snowshoes: from 0,8 km to 6,5 km.

Difficulty: very easy (green) to difficult (red).

Special provisions: if you leave solo, we recommend that you warn the gendarmerie before your departure, specifying your itinerary.

Located in the great site of the Gorges du Tarn and Jonte, in the heart of the National park of Cevennes and at the foot of Mount Aigoual, the village of Nicely enjoys an exceptional location for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Hiking, canyoning, climbing, via ferrata or mountain biking; the municipality has something to seduce a broad public! But before embarking on these activities, we invite you through this walk to discover the heritage of the village. Take the Rue du Temple, cross the St. Peter Square, take a hike on Saint-Blaise street, mark the stop in front of the monument to the dead, visit Notre-Dame-du-Rocher Chapel and cross the porch of the Priory: within 3 kilometres of walking, the municipality will have no secrets for you… or almost!