Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone will take your breath away | The greatest destinations in the vineyards of France – France’s official wine tourism portal

On the Languedoc coast, this bird-filled peninsula boasts both spectacular nature and a unique history.

At the heart of this island of tranquility, discover the Saint-Pierre Cathedral of Maguelone, former refuge of popes in the Middle Ages, along with the organic and fair-trade wine estate surrounding it.

After visiting the thousand-year-old church, stroll through the park and the vineyard before pausing at the Comptoir des Compagnons to taste some wine and – why not?! – some oysters as you contemplate the vines, the lagoon and the sea.

Everything you need for an enchanting break…