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| Frontignan | |
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| Information | |
| Country |  France |
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| Regions | Languedoc-Roussillon Herault |
| Area | 31,72 km² |
| Population | 22 731 hab. () |
| Density | 716,61 inhab./km² |
| Postal code | 34110 |
| Spindle | UTC 01:00, UTC 02:00 |
| Tourist information office |  33 4 67 18 31 60 |
| Location | |
 43 ° 26 ′ 50 ″ N 3 ° 45 ′ 20 ″ E | |
| Official site | |
Frontignan is a town in the region Languedoc-Roussillon and the department ofHerault.
Understand
Between the Mediterranean and the Gardiole hills, very close to the Thau Basin, over more than seven kilometers of unspoiled coastline and protected natural areas, the territory of Frontignan offers a full range of nautical activities and multiple getaways. Near 23,000 inhabitants populate the city of Muscat with a glorious past.
Its history dates back to antiquity when a certain Frontinius began to cultivate his land between the Massif de la Gardiole and the ponds. The city will be acquired by the crown of France in 1349. It was then that the port of Frontignan grew in importance and trade with Italy and Africa prospered. In summer, of course, but also throughout the year. Take a deep breath of air in the heart of our most beautiful landscapes: ancient salt marshes, scrubland, vineyards and ponds.
To go
By car, the city of Frontignan is connected to the motorway interchange A9 via exit 33 (Sète). To reach Frontignan-center, you have to follow the departmental roads that cross the city. By car, the roads of Frontignan only pose a problem in summer when migrating to the beaches.
By plane, Montpellier Méditerranée airport is 30 kmBy plane, Béziers Cap d'Agde airport is 50 kmShuttles are then available to go to Montpellier or Béziers stations.
By train, it is very easy to get to Frontignan, Montpellier or Béziers, Frontignan is on a busy line Narbonne - Avignon.
By boat, with barges, arriving by the Rhône canal in Sète in the heart of the city and close to shops. By boat, by sea, the Frontignan marina welcomes you, 600 rings are available to boaters.
By coach, Hérault Transport line 102 provides regular connections to Sète and MontpellierBy bus, line 11 (Sète - Frontignan - Vic la Gardiole - Mireval) provides connections in winter and summer with adaptation of timetables. By bus, line 12 (Sète - Frontignan la Peyrade - Frontignan plage) allows you to get to the sea without a car.
To see
The city is divided into two parts, Frontignan and Frontignan-Plage, obviously by the sea.
The Church of the Conversion of Saint Paul: free entry ; in season, every sea, free guided tour organized by the tourist office (delete organized by the tourist office). Stocky, massive, imposing and fortified building, built between the 12th century. and XIV s. Main portal with archivolt and frieze of fish and boats. Normal, the port was important!
The Frontignan museum: 4 bis, rue Lucien-Salette. Open March-end of Nov, every day except Tue 10 h - 12 h, 14 h - 18 h. Free admission. Right next to the church, it is housed in the old chapel of the Pénitents-Blancs built in the 17th century. It traces local history through commercial activities: fishing, salt, water games, traditions and wine, of course. A whole showcase is devoted to Muscat, including a (full) bottle from 1865. Small collection of paintings from the 19th century, as well as a series of objects found on the wrecks of two Napoleonic vessels washed up off Frontignan in 1809. Temporary exhibitions.
Muscat cellars: several muscat cellars offer tours and tastings.
Do
The major events of the summer:
International Festival of Dark Novel: last week of June. Literature, comics, cinema, all the authors of the "thriller" planet meet in Frontignan.
Muscat Festival: mid-July. The local heritage is celebrated with a market "of tastes and flavors", visits to the cellars and estates of Muscat, introductory tasting workshops, nautical games, popular balls, etc.
Festival of the Sea: the last Sunday in July. Sea trips.
Meet the South: 2 weeks end of July-beginning of August. Cultural encounters around Spain, Italy and Portugal. This is an opportunity to taste good products, dance flamenco or Sevillana, then celebrate the city's historic link with Italy, with a large, convivial banquet.
Marina Festival: August 14. Regattas, fishing competitions, craft market, fireworks, children's entertainment, etc.
Eat
Several artisanal products such as jams, jellies and Muscat de Frontignan specialties are on sale in the markets and in the town center shops. For your greatest pleasure, taste our culinary specialties: mussel brasucade, monkfish bourride, cuttlefish rouille.
Discover an artisanal biscuit factory in the area. Let yourself be overwhelmed by the scents of Pavois de Frontignan, this shortbread biscuit made from Muscat. The shape of this cake also represents the jousting shield (a kind of wooden shield to protect against the onslaught of the opposing team's jouster).
For all gourmets, young and old, several cakes are made there: Zezette de Sète, Anis des Garrigues, Tesselle de Loupian, Black Pearl from Cap d'Agde, Figounette de Mèze, Véritable Montécaos and "Kémias de Gastounet" (with black cumin seeds, cumin, sesame).
Have a drink / Go out
A few bars are open all year round in Frontignan town center. In addition, towards the beaches, bars open in summer, in high season in the Bergerie or Entrée district.
Art house cinema on a human scale, the Cinémistral de Frontignan has a 140-seat theater. Sessions throughout the year are scheduled.
Housing
Three hotels constitute the tourist offer of the destination: the Vila hotel, the Taste of the hosts and the Blue Point. For those who prefer camping by the sea, five campsites (including one five-star) are at your disposal. About a hundred furnished apartments are also available for rent for your holidays on the shores of the Mediterranean. Finally, several villas also offer guest rooms ... And why not come directly in barges to sleep in Frontignan?
Communicate
Around
From Frontignan, you can easily reach the tourist hotspots Hérault, preserved natural sites ...
