Montpellier: Private Medieval City Walking Tour
Languedoc-Roussillon, Marseille
Explore medieval Montpellier on a private walking tour. See the remaining city walls and birthplace of Jacques Ier d'Aragon, known as James I of Aragon, ‘the Conqueror,’ and walk the Santiago trail.
Highlights
- See the birth place of Jacques Ier d'Aragon or James I of Aragon 'the Conqueror'
- See the remaining walls of the city and walk the Santiago trail
- See the imprint left by Louis XIV on the city of Montpellier
- Understand how Montpellier transformed itself during the 1800s
- Follow in the footsteps of Jean Moulin, the chief of the French resistance
Description
This is a private walking tour of the medieval city of Montpellier. Patrice will meet you on the steps of the Opera House on the Comedie square and take you through the intricate streets of the medieval city also known as 'Ecusson'. You will learn about the city’s history, culture, and economy from the time of its creation in 985 to now. You will see the remains of the original historic walls surrounding Montpellier, briefly walk the Santiago trail, see the birth place of Jacques Ier d'Aragon / James I of Aragon also named 'the Conqueror', you will discover the place where Marie de Montpellier married Pierre II D'Aragon and learn about the brief passage of Nostradamus at the medicine school of Montpellier.
You will see the imprint that Louis XIV left on the city of Montpellier and understand how Montpellier transformed itself during the 1800s; you will follow in the footsteps of Jean Moulin, the chief of the French resistance. Through this time travel walk you will also discover all of the charming squares and churches that Montpellier has to offer.
Includes
- Guided private walking tour of Montpellier's historical old city
- View of the remaining city walls
- Walk along the Santiago/Camino trail
- Visit the church where Marie de Montpellier married Pierre II D'Aragon
- See the birth place of Jacques Ier d'Aragon
- Learn about the legend of St Roch and his protection of pilgrims
- See Louis XIV's legacy left on the city (Arc the Triumph, Peyrou)
- See the medical school/Cathedral St Peter
- Understand the changes of architecture during the 1800s
- Follow in Jean Moulin's footsteps
Excludes
- Transportation to the starting point
- Meals and drinks
- Entrance fees to museum and tourist sites
Important Information
- The tour is family-friendly and casual
The guide, Patrice, was born and raised in Montpellier and lived in the United States for many years; he is fluent in both English and French
The walk is about 6 km (4 miles). Please consider whether this distance may be difficult for you
For cruise passengers docking in Sète, trains run from Sète train station to Montpellier Saint-Roch station every 30 minutes to 1 hour; the journey takes about 30 minutes
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
