Cathédrale Saint-Nazaire
Fortified Gothic cathedral at the top of the town, with views over the Orb and the plain.
Béziers, France
Béziers: airports, things to do and where to stay
Béziers, one of France's oldest cities, rises above the Orb river, crowned by its cathedral. It is a land of vineyards, the Canal du Midi and the beaches of Valras, Portiragnes and Cap d'Agde.
Béziers airports
From the airport to central Béziers
Béziers Cap d'Agde airport is about 11 km from central Béziers.
Navettes Hérault Transport
Shuttles timed with each flight to Béziers (bus and train stations), Vias, Agde train station and Marseillan-Plage. €2 per trip.
Taxi
Several local taxi companies serve the airport; booking ahead is advisable. The ride to Béziers takes about 15-20 min.
Béziers
Things to do in Béziers
Écluses de Fonseranes
A staircase of nine locks on the Canal du Midi, a World Heritage Site, with views of the town.
Pont-Vieux
Medieval bridge over the Orb, offering the classic view of the cathedral.
Allées Paul-Riquet
The large tree-lined promenade in the centre, between the theatre and the Plateau des Poètes park.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Béziers?
Béziers is served by Béziers Cap d'Agde (BZR).
How far is the airport from central Béziers?
Béziers Cap d'Agde airport is about 11 km from central Béziers.
How do I get from the airport to central Béziers?
From Béziers Cap d'Agde airport you can take Navettes Hérault Transport (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Béziers?
Highlights of Béziers include Cathédrale Saint-Nazaire, Écluses de Fonseranes, Pont-Vieux, and Allées Paul-Riquet.
Photo credits
- Cathédrale Saint-Nazaire: Tournasol7, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Écluses de Fonseranes: Tournasol7, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Pont-Vieux: Christian Ferrer, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Allées Paul-Riquet: Martpan, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons