Sports and leisure activities Languedoc Roussillon

We already know about the Ardèche gorges at Valon-Pont-d'Arc, but there's also the possibility of taking to the water and the waves on the Gardon and its gorges. Natu'Rando offers you a choice of boats to navigate from Fournes to Remoulins, as far as the Saint-Nicolas bridge. The longest course, the integral, is 35 km long, but a range of 6 courses, from the smallest to the largest, will suit every arm! Our qualified instructors will teach you how to paddle, either in a canoe or on a paddle. So grab your paddles! Bike rides and via ferrata kit rental.

The Cathedral! Some might think that this nickname given to the Aimé-Giral stadium is a little pompous! And yet, at every home match, the USAP becomes the high priestess of a veritable sporting mass. The fans line the stands with blood and gold banners; here, we say "Maî morirem! "(We never die!) because USAP is more than a club, it's a religion. Aimé-Giral is the kind of stadium where you don't want to be a visitor when theEstaca rings out, 11,000 hearts singing in unison! An incredible moment.

The US Carcassonne XV gift store offers a variety of items linked to the rugby team, including jerseys, scarves and souvenirs.

Racing Club Narbonne Méditerranée is a sports club based in Narbonne. Racing Club Narbonne Méditerranée is a competitive rugby club. They are currently ranked 9th with 48 points. The club also offers an online store for fans wishing to buy merchandise. It's also possible to follow the club on social networks to stay connected.

Created by sailing enthusiasts, this association makes it possible to practice sailing as a leisure activity, on habitable sailboats. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sailor, you can be welcomed without age limit to share the pleasure of sailing together, in family or in group, all year long. The outings take place over half a day or a full day. Six skippers, experienced sailors, offer to go on board their beautiful boats. The Atouvents association also offers evolving programs on the Thau Lagoon.

Bowls, a pyramid, several transfers: skateboarding fans will know what it's all about and will have a blast. This large open-air concrete skatepark is accessible at all hours of the day and night, but is not lit, limiting the hours of practice. The scenery, between vineyards and hills, is grand enough to indulge in the pleasures of sliding. The scooter, BMX, rollerblade and mountain bike enthusiasts can also enjoy it. For safe sports, remember to wear a helmet.

Starting from the quai de la Vène, the short hike - indicated by yellow markers - takes you around the Garrigue Plane, above the Agas sheepfold and in a 360° panorama on the windmills. The itinerary goes through the kermes oaks, which cover the foothills of the Aumelas plateau, and leads to a point of view on the blue waters of the Thau pond. The level of difficulty is average, it takes 4 hours of walking for 12 km and 160 m of ascent.

The Skatepark de Nîmes is located in the Périmètre and Boules stadium of Estanque in May 2007. On a surface of 1 160 m ², the spot is very orienté. It has inclined planes, metal edges, different modules, straight square or sloping square rails, which are practical à. The pros regret the absence of a bowl, the lack of beautiful curves, the pyramid too small and the ledge in low descent. However, the large area allows to make good lines, tricks combinations, rights curbs, with dishes and descents. Marches, jumping tables, copings complete the whole with three levels of difficulty. The staff were very friendly and helpful. There is easy parking and an arrival of drinking water is appreciated, especially in the summer.

With the CFO of Nîmes, you are in good hands. Whether you are interested in hiking, climbing, mountain biking, mountaineering, hiking skiing, snowshoe outings or horse riding, the association offers mountain-related activities with rocky walls. And the Gard, which is still very nature, is rather well equipped in exceptional natural sites. For example, the Gorges gorges or those of Cèze are Fabulous climbing grounds with spectacular prospects on the river. For all of these activities, members of different levels are accompanied by guides to graduate réferents. Since the 2010 school year, each member can practice the escalation in the hall in the Bigot College gymnasium in Nîmes: Tuesday from 20 am to 22 pm all year round except during school holidays.

Under this enigmatic symbol, the Institute of High Studies in Energy Arts is hiding, with important ramifications in the South. The "branch has a agréable-chi-chuan style, which is the original Yang style. Harmonieusement together the linked figures demand concentration and attendance. It's about releasing its energy (chi) through regenerative movements and learning to relax. Control of the body evolves with the flexible and solid natural of the three animals: snake, tiger and bird. François Loutrel, diplômé of state and he, leads theoretical courses and practice martial. Other activities related to taï-chi and qi gong are provided in this centre, while outdoor courses are organized at the Jardin de la Fontaine. Annual internships, discovered weekends, bring together all regional members. The opportunity for the public to approach the teaching of the Chinese master, Chu King Hung, on which the practice is based and to initiate.

For martial arts, as for many sports practices, it is better to address the federations. The young and the least young thus guarantee approved courses and courses, facilitated by graduates. Here no surprise, the five main disciplines - judo, karate, jiu, aikido, taïso - are taught by pros; Children are welcome from 4 years of age, with discounted rates for the accompanying family. By the way, what is the taïso? Originally, preparing for judo and jiu, this method of soft gymnastics aims to develop the muscle system, increase flexibility, control body movements and learn to relax. More materialistic, the tee-shirt offered when you take its membership card (mandatory). Nice!

The cellar opens its doors for a visit and a tasting. You will discover the secret of the First Bubble of the world and the functioning of the cooperative cellar, the work of the vine, the grape harvests and the wine making. Since 1531, the wines of Limoux develop fine bubbles during a second fermentation in the bottle. Since 1946, the local winemakers and teams have been making Limoux wines evolve remarkably well. The visit is free but guided tours are possible.

If gastronomic cuisine is always trendy, learning to combine simple, local dishes with what we reserve directly, is almost a privilege. In any case, it is a knowledge that the centre of initiatives to enhance agriculture and rural areas is a duty to teach. The Gardoise association, located in a village between Nïmes and Alès, has as its main mission the creation of a network between the stakeholders in the department's organic agricultural sector. It offers organic cooking courses, which often start with a campaign tour to find the ingredients themselves. From the knot, glanneur to the consumer, there is only one step: to recognize and accommodate wild salads, cook gluten-free, develop balanced menus by favouring vegetable proteins, here are some "thematic" workshops of these alternative workshops, to cook differently.

Oygen Adventure, which has set up its base camp at the foot of the Galamus Gorge in a remarkable location, offers you the opportunity to improve your climbing skills, learn about speleology, climb ferratas vias or descend canyons all year round. And there is a choice in the department! To go further and expand its activities, Oxygen also takes you to the Aude to share a friendly adventure in rafting, hydrospeed or kayaking, or to the Ariège to discover the underground world or mountain canyons. With friends, family or alone, the whole team adapts and offers you tailor-made solutions to make your experience unforgettable.

This rural home offers a number of cultural, artistic, sports and recreational activities for young and old. Throughout the year, one can come to practice classical or urban dance, yoga, pilates-streching, weight training or drawing, to discover floral art, pottery, theater or pastry making. Inside, you will also discover the library which offers a large choice of books for all ages. Several events also take place in the library.

Two professionals, Sophie Caminade and Sébastien Rouvière, initiated a training centre for the training professions (fitness, aerobics, step, muscle reinforcement, dance). This training is aimed at people who have the desire to teach later, but also for fitness enthusiasts, hip hop, Afro-Indian dance and modern jazz. Accompaniments in the training of sports educators, dance courses (salsa, flamenco) and a calendar of weekly courses are regularly in a beautiful space, a studio at the gates of Nîmes.

The Comité Départemental de Tourisme Equestre de l'Aude offers a wide range of activities and services for riders. Their website provides information on the various structures and associations affiliated to the French Equestrian Federation that issue equestrian tourism licenses.

This French fishing guide in Lozere takes you fishing on the west coast of the United States, in the Rocky Mountains: Montana (Missouri, Madison, Gallatin…), Ihado (Henry's Fork, East Fork, Big Lost River, Big Wood…), Utah (Strawberry, Northern, Current…). Your stay is at least 15 days and takes place in July and August. You are housed in camping or motel. You fish the fly almost always on gobage or in nymph in view. A unique experience and a nice gift to make.

Lez Arts Urbains is a hip-hop dance school in Béziers. It offers courses for all levels, from beginner to advanced.

Between the garrigue, the sea and the sun, you'll discover this flying club where you can really touch the clouds! This club offers you the opportunity to learn the basics of flying, obtain your pilot's license, and enjoy an aerial flight over the region. Depending on your wishes and budget, several itineraries are available, from the magnificent Lac du Salagou to the majestic Millau Viaduct. Another activity: aeromodelling, for flying without leaving the ground!

Located in Campgast, in one of the hamlets of Puivert, the gliding club offers you to discover gliding thanks to different formulas. Come and fly over our most beautiful areas and historical sites, including the castle of Puivert. It is accessible to everyone and to children from 13 years old. Enjoy new sensations with a discovery flight of 20 to 30 minutes, your ticket is valid for one year! Don't hesitate to ask for information on the website or by phone.

To discover Le Grau-du-Roi from another angle than the mainland, head to the Ponant nautical base to see the bay of a flamboyant and lively Grau, the land seen from the sea and the waterways. The leitmotiv of the Windsurf Park is relaxation, experience and sharing. You can rent a catamaran, sea kayak, windsurf, stand up paddle for an hour or more and discover the many pleasures of the water with your family (from 6 years old). State-qualified instructors will supervise you and introduce you to the joys of gliding on the water.

This does not invent, a name such as a fishing guide! Yannick River, member of France's fly fishing team, a world-class champion in 2009, is a fishing guide approved by the French Lancer Fly Fishing Federation (FFPML). Yannick takes you fishing in Cathar country and elsewhere. Amateurs follow in freshwater (fly, predators), but also kayaking in brackish water ponds in the search for wolves, and even initiate with him the rockfishing, a popular sea fishing technique in Japan with soft lures adapted to rock fish (gobis, blenis…) that make inshore fishing very sporty!

This pilot structure of fishing tourism in Languedoc organises sports fishing trips in the Mediterranean around different themes: Tuna, jigging bars, pélamides… Also in his catalogue: fishing trips to Lake Du, Au Lake, Olive Lake (fishing for vifs boat predators and lures) on the river Hérault, carpe guidage sessions, fishing courses for children… 

Fishing in Hérault is 1 500 km of free water and 1 500 ha of water plans in total reciprocity for fishermen of Hérault and club Hhlieutique. In the north, in the context of the Haut Languedoc regional natural park, pure and clear waters run in a landscape of wood and meadows to form rivers in the Atlantic basin where trout are abundant. In the south, the foothills of the Cevennes plongent into the plain by draining the waters of Aigoual in which wild and vigorous trout remain reserved for the most sporty. The Vis is the most beautiful jewel. At the foot of the mountains and hills, the waters assagissent in the wine-growing plains, the larger rivers are alanguissent, punctuated by a multitude of small deductions. They become the paradise of predators and white fish. The federation consists of 34 AAPPMA.

Thanks to the diversity of its landscapes and fishing grounds, the Aude offers considerable and varied fishing potential. Everywhere, you can combine the art of fishing with the discovery of a variety of sparklingly beautiful landscapes: the Pays de Sault, the Razès, the Lauraguais, the Montagne Noire and the Narbonnais. From Narbonne to Castelnaudary, the Canal du Midi, its diversions and ancillary waterways offer great fishing spots. The Aude fishing federation groups together 26 AAPPMAs.

Marvejols is a town in France that offers sports camps and holidays for young people and adults. The "Sport et Tourisme" association aims to promote the practice of sport during the vacations, under the supervision of qualified and certified professionals. For young people, the aim is to develop autonomy, technical progress, citizenship and sharing. For adults, the association offers training courses for technical progress in a friendly atmosphere. Technical supervision is provided by state-certified trainers, who have supervised numerous technical courses for all levels. Our youth camps comply with legal and regulatory standards for vacation camps, with a minimum supervision ratio of 1:8. The association works in partnership with local clubs and local authorities to guarantee high-quality infrastructures and equipment.

A large natural area and mountains undoubtedly imply that there is what is needed to delight amateur sports enthusiasts. The Cevennes is a place of hiking and mountain biking. The Bed and Breakfast Hotel Les Cessenades proposes to stay in full Cévenne while walking through this mountain on hiking or cycling. Two old farm bodies overlooking a common courtyard are located in front of a river where summer days are refreshed. Thick walls, red windows and ceilings with exposed beams, the hotel is typically cevenol. On the sports and nature side, the hotel proposes to rent atvs (15 € per day). You start the journey by using an old railway path transformed into a cycle path. A nice corner of nature to spend your holidays.

This is a boutique that is now essential for fishing lovers. Rudy and Loïc are passionate about sea fishing, but also very sharp on the river and trout. In their store, sorted by category, cannes, reels, leures and other landing cottoient, clothing and storage boxes. The store does not always, because many fishermen are looking for live baits or renewing their fishing cards, which are the agents of the French Federation of Fisheries, with the photo for the licence taken directly. Beware, if you walk through the door of their shop, you will let yourself be seduced and won't leave empty. Ah! Poor fishermen…

PPAC, for Pôle de Perfectionnement à la Conduite Automobile, is a rally driving school on asphalt. Fabrice Morel - former official Peugeot Sport driver - welcomes you all year round to a 100-hectare complex dedicated to motor sports. The driving course takes place on a 4 km rally test track, which includes all types of bends and surfaces. The PPAC can also be used for seminars, to combine work and pleasure.

Specialized in kite kite, Sendra Bazar has in his pre-packed boots two and four lines for novices and pro, acrobatic kites, freestyle… and monofils for children and adults. What spend a good time to flirt with the wind on the sea front of Port la Nouvelle! Shipping costs are offered from an expenditure of € 100. Among the brands are Khéo, Active People, Sawdust, Free, Aerobie, Various, Elliot, Exel, Ozone, Onda, Revolution…

The stadium is named after a local rugby XV player, manager and referee who died in 1944 as a result of the war. Dedicated since time immemorial to XIII rugby, this is the home of our "Catalan Dragons". The seats are decked out in the Catalan colors of "sang et or". It can accommodate 11,200 people - over 8,000 seated - and boasts a bodega, a 400 m² boutique and a brasserie. The club's partners are welcomed in a 500 m² VIP lounge, while a panoramic box seating 400 people crowns the building.

The Comité Spéléologique Départemental des Pyrénées-Orientales is an organization offering caving activities in the town of Fontrabiouse. The committee's website, www.cds66.fr, can also provide further information.

When it comes to accommodation, there are several options available in Le Rozier, a small village located at the confluence of the Tarn and Jonte gorges. You can choose from municipal campsites, such as Camping Municipal, Camping Brudy and Camping Les Peupliers. There are also hotels available, such as Hôtel Doussière, Hôtel de la Muse et du Rozier and Grand Hôtel Des Voyageurs. For catering, there's a food truck on site, as well as restaurants in the village. There will also be events such as conferences, exhibitions and musical performances.

Close to the motorway exit, the Montpellier Baillargues Squash Club offers 3 courses with concrete wall. It is possible to rent a course to hit a few balls between friends or register at the squash school. It has a first leisure objective, but for students who wish it, it offers the opportunity to participate in various league and national competitions. The courses are open to children between the ages of 8 and 16 and take place on Wednesday afternoon and the morning for smaller ones, a mini tournament is organised every Friday. The club also has cardiovascular machines, sauna and bar.

Montpeyroux is a small winegrowing village at the foot of the Larzac plateaux. Among its inhabitants is Patrick Brunet, a caving enthusiast who has devoted over 30 years of his life to this activity. A former president of the Hérault departmental caving committee and the Montpeyroux caving group, he is now enjoying his retirement, exploring underground caves several days a week. For him, caving is a revelation, a way of exploring a museum of nature and preserving this fragile heritage. He stresses, however, that the underground world is in danger, not least because of mass tourism and the lack of respect for safety regulations. Patrick Brunet also sees himself as a whistle-blower, particularly when it comes to protecting bats. He shares his knowledge and experience with many groups, including children from the Montpeyroux after-school program.

The Spéléo-Club de l'Aude is a caving club based in Alet-les-Bains. Affiliated with the Fédération Française de Spéléologie, it is approved by the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Ministry of the Environment. The club offers underground explorations and invites visitors to follow their adventures on their blog. The club is supported by several sponsors, including Cousin-Trestec, Aventure Verticale, Raumer, Peguet and Point Energie 31. The next National Caving Days will take place on the first weekend of October 2022. The club is twinned with Spéléo Club Alpin La Cordée in Mouscron, Belgium.

The Spéléo-Club des Garrotxes is a caving club based in Ayguatébia-Talau.

The Gard region is highly suitable for caving, and while the SCSP may not have won any medals, it has a fine roster of enthusiasts ready to share this sport with the greatest respect for an infinitely fragile environment. Equipment is supplied by the club, and introductory sessions are organized on request. The association also brings together geology, prehistory, via ferrata and canyoning enthusiasts, many of whom also enjoy photography.

A baptism of air is a unique opportunity to discover Montpellier and its coastline from the top and to make full of thrills. The Aéroclub de Montpellier proposes to send you "in the air" to Sète or La Grande Motte. Flights are carried out on a Cessna (4 places) or Robin (1 to 2 places), the ride is quiet because it is not a matter of antics in the air, but of making it discover and feel the pleasure of flying. The baptism of the air is therefore accessible to everyone!

The Atelier La lame de la vallée dorée-couteau Le Vernissé is the place to be for lovers of top-of-the-range, handcrafted knives. Marcel Canals, the creator, designs and manufactures the famous "Le Vernissé" knife, entirely in France. The workshop offers a wide range of handle materials, including natural wood, fruitwood and even exotic woods. Visitors can also discover Marcel's latest creations, including the new "Le Vernissé-le-Rustique" knife. For those wishing to learn how to make their own knife, the workshop offers a two-day training course. The workshop has its own parking lot and is accessible to people with reduced mobility. Languages spoken are French and Spanish.

Adventure is adventure and horseback riding, it makes sense. A weekend or a week to discover the wild Cathar country, through trails and trails in unspoilt nature, panoramic landscapes, at the pace of the Arab half-blood, Spanish horses, or children's ponies. In the evening, when the riders have full eyes and horses full of their feet, it is time to make a well-deserved stop in small hotels either simple or in the inhabitant… A relaxing stay, but with professional escorts and well-performing logistics for an unforgettable experience. To know that there are also proposals for day hikes and that the Ferme Ferme du Causse organises numerous activities around the equidae, including all levels of equestrian.

For a sporty and playful outing, you can go with your family or friends to the Pumptrack installed south of Gigean. Pumptrack ? It is a loop course, made up of bumps and sharp turns, which can be enjoyed with different sports equipment: Mountain bike, BMX, but also rollerblades, scooter or skateboard. Inaugurated on July 3, 2019, this Pumptrack is to date the largest in Occitania. It offers three levels of difficulty to wheel sports enthusiasts. Remember to put on a helmet to practice safely.

To practice a sporty and playful activity in the village, a trip to the Skatepark-Pumptrack of Mireval can be a good idea to roll a little. Located close to the Léo Malet cultural center, it offers a simple course in the shape of a figure eight over a length of 150 m. Whether you are on a skateboard, a scooter, rollerblades, a mountain bike or a BMX, everyone can enjoy it from 8 years old. It is permanently accessible, free of charge. To enjoy a safe moment, remember to wear a helmet and not to practice alone.

L'écurie des Dunes is first and foremost an equestrian centre approved by the French Riding Federation. You can take lessons there all year round or follow riding courses during the holidays, or register your children for pony club courses. But l'écurie des Dunes is also a well placed centre on the road to l'Espiguette, surrounded by campsites and holiday centres. So why, during your holidays, don't you take the opportunity to visit the écurie des Dunes and discover a typical equestrian centre of the region.

Come on, sailors! For a few hours, you'll be able to live your sailing dream. Departing from Port-Camargue, you'll be able to take part in sea outings lasting from a few hours to a full day. In summer, you can watch the sunset from the boat's deck. Climb aboard a maxi-catamaran with Alain the skipper, take part in the maneuvers on board, enjoy a sailboat cruise, and experience intense sensations on the waves of the big blue. With family or friends, you'll have a fabulous time leaving from Le Grau-du-Roi.

Laurent is a member of the Office des Moniteurs du Languedoc, an association of four qualified outdoor sports professionals. He offers a full range of activities, including climbing the Pic-Saint-Loup, via ferrata in the Cévennes and abseiling, as well as canyoning, notably in the Caroux massif and in the Diable canyon: an opportunity to discover exceptional sites from a different angle, far from the hustle and bustle of tourism.

The Association Aéronautique La LLagonne is an association under the French law of 1901, run entirely by volunteers - the only salaried employee is the chief pilot during the two summer months - who are passionate about gliding. They are the ones who run the aeronautical club and the glider piloting school in the mountains on the airfield. A legendary club throughout France, because this region is sublime from above. Introductory flights take place in summer, and all the info is on the website.