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Population:240, 000

Currency:1 Euro = 100 cents

Opening hours:Most stores in Montpellier areopen 09.00-17.00.

Internet:www.montpellier-agglo.comwww.ot-montpellier.fr

Newspapers:There are no local, Englishlanguage papers in Montpellier,but the tourist information officecan provide brochures, as well aslend you books about the region.Le Monde

Emergency numbers:Fire brigade: 18Medical: 15Police: 17

Tourist information:Address: 30 allé Jean de Lattre deTassignyTel. +33 4 67 60 60 60

MONTPELLIERPUBLISHING DATE: 2009-11-17 | COUNTRY CODE: FRContents: The City, Do & See, Eating, Cafés, Bars & Nightlife, Shopping,Sleeping, Essential Information, Maps

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MONTPELLIERMontpellier has become one of Europe’s newest holidaydestinations. This is due to the combination of its proximityto the Mediterranean, its beautiful medieval city core and avibrant nightlife (a quarter of its citizens are students). It isalso a good destination for adventure seekers – themountains of Cévennes are only an hour’s drive away.

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THE CITY #THECITY#

Montpellier, originally called MontePestalario, is one of only a few larger citiesin southern France that does not haveRoman roots. The city was not foundeduntil the 10th century, and came to be oneof the most important cities for itsAragonese (Spanish) rulers. At the sametime, the city’s reputation as a seat oflearning was growing, as it welcomedJewish and Arab intellectuals. In 1289Montpellier’s school of medicine and lawgained university status. Its roster offamous alumni includes the creator ofprophecies Nostredamus and the authorRabelais.

The open-minded and liberal Montpellierwas faced with several challenges over thenext centuries. It was struck by the plaguein the 1300s, and later became astronghold for the French Protestants, theHuguenots. Until the revocation of theEdict of Nantes in 1685, they fought alosing battle against the Catholic Churchand the French crown. By the time thesereligious wars ended, all survivingHuguenots had either surrendered or fledto England, Ireland or America.

Today Montpellier is known for itsuniversity and a quarter of its citizens arestudents. The beautiful medieval area,“centre historique”, is a pedestrian havenwith marbled alleys like L’Ancien Courrier.Low-set medieval buildings and churchesadorn the area’s 16 squares, including the

one in the city centre, Place de la Comédie.

DO & SEE #DOANDSEE#

Notre-dame-des-tablesThe original church was destroyed duringthe religious wars of the 16th century, butit is still an exciting historical destination.The name comes from the tables of thecurrency exchange that was linked to thespice trade, originally located in front ofthe church.

Address: place Jean Jaurés

Musée AtgerThe museum is located in an oldBenedictine monastery, and displays worksof Rubens, Tiepolo, Carracci andFragonard, among others.

Address: 2 rue Ecole de MédecinePhone: +33 (0)4 67 66 27 77

The Jardin Des PlantesPierre Richer de Belleval founded France’soldest botanical garden in 1593. Today it isa charming array of tropical greenhouses,ancient trees and worn benches.

Address: Boulevard Henri-IV

Le MikveThe Le Mikve Jewish bathhouse draws itswater from an underground well. It is oneof few remaining buildings from medievalperiod when the city had a thriving Jewishpopulation.

Address: 1, rue Barralerie

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MagueloneMaguelone, a few miles south ofMontpellier, is home to a magical lagoonlandscape with beaches, sand dunes,islands, and a gigantic 17th centurycathedral

EATING #EATING#

The cuisine of the Languedoc region hasmuch in common with Mediterraneancooking, including sumptious ingredientsfrom the best that land and sea have tooffer. In Montpellier, the ties to Cataloniaon the other side of the Spanish border areapparent in the size of the portions served.The city has the full range of dining optionsfrom luxury restaurants to rusticneighbourhood eateries.

Le Jardin Des SensTwin brothers, and chefs, Jacques andLaurent Pourcel joined up with OlivierChâteau to open gourmet restaurant LeJardins des Sens in an old building innorthern Montpellier in 1988. Ten yearslater it was awarded three stars in theMichelin Guide. Since then, Le Jardins desSens has maintained its status as thepremier restaurant in Languedoc.

Address: 11, avenue Saint-LazarePhone: +33 499 58 38 38Internet: www.jardin-des-sens.com

La Compagnie De ComptoirsAfter the success of Le Jardins de Sens,the owners went on to establishrestaurants in several other French cities,

and in London. Many of them are called LaCompagnie de Comptoirs, decorated in theFrench colonial style, and serve FrenchMediterranean fare. The La Compagnie deComptoirs in Montpellier is sometimesdescribed as the cheaper companion of LeJardin de Sens. That is somewhatmisleading considering its first-rateinteriors, food, and prices.

Address: 51, avenue de NîmesPhone: +33 499 58 39 29Internet: www.lacompagniedescomptoirs.com

L’olivierAnother Michelin-starred restaurant isL’Olivier, which proudly displays its singlestar. The food is world-class – some wouldeven contend it’s the best in Montpellier –but the decor is more conventional.

Address: 12 rue Aristide OlivierPhone: +33 467 92 86 28

La Maison De La LozèreThe city’s gourmet crowd also frequentsthe slightly less expensive La Maison de laLozère on rue Aiguillerie. The rusticcooking has its roots in the Lozère area, anupland and scarcely populated part ofLanguedoc. The sampling menu isrecommended for those with a goodappetite.

Address: 27 rue AiguilleriePhone: +33 467 66 46 36

Le Vieux FourThis intimate Old Town neighbourhoodrestaurant is popular with couples, andanyone who likes large portions of beef,lamb or pork. The chargrilled dishes inparticular stand out from the rest. Verygood value for money. Make reservationsfor weekend visits.

Address: 59, Rue de l’AiguilleriePhone: +33 467 60 55 95



CAFÉS #CAFES#

L’heure BleuA combined antiques shop and tea salon,which also serves lunch. Pick a book fromthe shelves to go with your snack.

Address: 1, rue de la Carbonnerie Montpellier

Saveurs SucréesThe founders of Le Jardins des Sens areconstantly involved in new projects. Theirgourmet bakery is close to the restauranton avenue Saint-Lazare, just north of thecity centre.

Address: 42, avenue Saint-Lazare

Roule Ma PouleMany students are drawn to Roule maPoule’s combination of café and restaurant,with its long tables, lush patio, low pricesand open atmosphere.

Address: 20 Place Candolle

BARS & NIGHTLIFE #BARSANDNIGHTLIFE#

Montpellier’s large student population setsthe tone of its nightlife. The warmevenings and relaxed atmosphere make

Montpellier one of France’s nicest nighttimecities. Many of the bars and clubs arelocated around Place Jean Jaurés in the OldTown.

L’antidote CaféAn artfully decorated and popular bar,L’Antidote Cafe is close to the Place JeanJaurés Square. DJs play here on weekends.

Address: Place de la Canourgue

RockstoreLocated between Place de la Comédie andthe railway station is Rockstore. Five barsand clubs, the largest of which has acapacity of 1 000 people, share this space.Despite the name, rock’s not the onlymusic played here, there’s also electronica,world music, etc. There’s no risk of missingthe entrance to Rockstore. Above it, asuspended bright red Cadillac looks like it’shad a head-on collision with the building.

Address: 20, Rue du Verdun

La Pleine LuneThis bar is popular with artists andintellectuals. Live bands play here fromtime to time, albeit with the volume turneddown very low.

Address: 28, Rue du Faubourg Figuerolles

Mix KoffeeThe Mix Koffee bar and club has managedto combine techno nights with reggae since1997. The original 50 square metres spacehas now been abandoned in favour of alarger venue.

Address: 13, Rue du Grand Saint-Jean



SHOPPING #SHOPPING#

Rue de la Loge is the main shopping stripin Montpellier. The street starts at Place dela Comédie and is also a good startingpoint for visits to the Old Town. There aremany interior design, fashion and souvenirshops in the Old Town. Visit Zapa on 18,rue Foch for their women’s fashionsdesigned in-house, and go for thehandmade notebooks at Trait on 24, ruede l’Aiguillerie.

Bookshops line Rue de l’Universit; the oneaptly named Bookshop has the largestselection of literature in English. It islocated on 6, Rue de l’Université.

Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill designedthe post-modern Polygone galleria justeast of Place de la Comédie. It has threefloors full of everything from designerfashions to a deli.

Halles Laissac and Halles Castellane aretwo good covered food markets next toeach other on rue Anatole France by PlaceJean Jaurés.

SLEEPING #SLEEPING#

Hôtel Le MistralThis nice and clean hotel has 20 roomswith French 1950s furniture and cable TV.The railway station is 220 yards away andPlace de la Comédie is just 275 yardsaway. The hotel occupies a 19th centurybuilding in a quiet neighbourhood.

Address: 25, rue BoussairollesPhone: +33 467 58 45 25Internet: www.hotel-le-mistral.com

EXCLUSIVEHôtel Le Jardin Des SensThis hotel is located on avenueSaint-Lazare, next to the restaurant of thesame name (see ”Restaurants” above). Ithas twelve rooms and two suites, all warmand welcoming despite their veryminimalist interiors. There is also a pooland a garden. The architect is BrunoBorrione, famous for his work with PhilippeStarck.

Address: 11, avenue Saint-LazarePhone: Tel: +33 499 583838Internet: www.jardin-des-sens.com

GOOD VALUEHôtel Le GuilhemThere are 36 rooms in two inter-linked16th century buildings, many of them withviews of the garden where breakfast isserved. The decor is reminiscent of LauraAshley – old-fashioned and romantic.

Address: 18, rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau.Phone: +33 467 52 90 90Internet: www.leguilhem.com



BASICHotel PrimeLocated in Lapeyriere Park, ten minutes byfoot or two minutes by bus from Place dela Comédie. It offers basic, but good value,accommodation somewhere between ahotel and a hostel. There are 41air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant and anoutdoor pool. The reception closes at22.00.

Address: Parc LapeyrierePhone: +33 467 07 59 59Internet: www.hotelprime.com

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

AirportMontpellier’s airport is located 8 kilometres(5 miles) from the city centre. A 15 minutetrip on the airport coach is €4.50 perperson. Other alternatives include taxicabsand rental cars.

More information is available at

Internet: www.montpellier.aeroport.fr

Public TransportMontpellier has an extensive network ofbuses and trains. Tickets are valid on both,and cost €1.10 one-way and €2.30 return.

TaxiThe best places to find taxis quickly are atPlace de la Comédie (next to OperaComédie), and at the train station.

PostAll post offices are open Monday to

Saturday. Stamps can be bought attobacconists, and at newsstands.

Central post office

Address: Rondelet 15Phone: +33 467 34 50 00

PharmacyIf you need urgent medical care call themedical emergency number, 15. They cangive you free medical advice and direct youto nearest doctor or hospital.

DentistDentists have alternating opening hours atnights and weekends. Information isposted in the local newspaper and at thetourist information bureau.

TelephoneCountry code: +33

Area code: 467

Electricity230 V, 50 Hz

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