Prefecture and commune in Occitania, France
“Discover inspiring galleries, local traditions and places where creativity shapes the atmosphere of the city.”
Montpellier is a city in southern France near the Mediterranean Sea. One of the largest urban centres in the region of Occitania, Montpellier is the prefecture of the department of Hérault. As of 2023, 310,240 people live in the city proper, while its metropolitan area has a population of 842,923. Montpellier is the third-largest French city near the Mediterranean coast, behind Marseille and Nice, and the seventh-largest city of France overall. The inhabitants are called Montpelliérains and Montpelliéraines.
What it’s like to be here — and what to go and see.
Gentle temperatures invite leisurely walks without the summer crowds.
Warm evenings and vibrant energy make for lively nights out and about.
Cooler days and thinner crowds make it easy to explore at your own pace.
Fewer visitors and cozy atmospheres make for a relaxed, unhurried visit.
A rough, general read — not a precise guide.
The main sights sit close together, easy to reach on foot.
With trams and buses, a car usually isn't necessary.
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