Visit to the Faugères Vineyards with Picnic from Béziers

About this experience

Discover the charm and richness of the Faugères wine region on an exclusive excursion from Béziers. This day includes visits to two wine estates and tastings of local wines, a stop at the picturesque Faugères mill, and a delicious picnic featuring regional products in a private and friendly setting. Join us on an unforgettable journey through the vineyards, where you will taste quality wines and immerse yourself in the history and culture of Languedoc. Travel with a small group (2-8 people) for a personalized and intimate tour. Benefit from the expertise of Laurent Grout, your bilingual guide and driver (French/English), who will share his in-depth knowledge of the region and its wines.

What to expect

1. Stop 1 · 50min

   Departure from Béziers: Meet at the Béziers Tourist Office at 9:30 a.m. Hop aboard our comfortable, air-conditioned minivan and set off on a scenic drive to the Faugères wine region. after about 20 minutes of driving, we will leave to visit the first estate of our wine tours where you can discover the cultivation of the vine, its different grape varieties, the winemaking techniques and the unique characteristics of Faugères wines. Enjoy a guided tour of the vineyards and cellar, followed by a tasting of the estate's wines. the visit will last approximately 50 minutes at this winemaker.

2. Stop 2 · 50min

   from our first estate, after about 10 minutes of small picturesque roads, we will cross the village of Faugères, with its magnificent terroir and its AOP (Protected Designation of Origin) Faugères "Great wines of nature" designation. we will go to meet our 2nd estate, where you will be able to become aware of all the richness of this shale terroir which brings freshness to the wine despite high temperatures in summer. You will be able to chat with the winemaker who will make you taste a selection of his wines. Approximate time at this winemaker: 50 minutes

3. Stop 3 · 30min

   After about 10 minutes of driving, we will stop at the historic mill of Faugères. Discover the history of this iconic monument and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding vineyards.

4. Stop 4 · 1h 30min

   Picnic in Villemagne l'Argentière: After visiting the estates and the mill, we will go to the charming village of Villemagne l'Argentière and its abbey (about 10 minutes' drive). You will be invited to my private garden to enjoy a delicious picnic of local charcuterie, cheeses, fresh bread and other regional specialties, accompanied by local wines. Relax and enjoy the friendly and peaceful surroundings. duration approximately 1h30. then return to Béziers at our meeting point around 2:30 p.m.

Tour & ticket options

Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

Meeting & pickup

• In front of the Béziers tourist office, place du forum, 34500 Béziers. My minivan is black

End point

• In front of the Béziers tourist office, place du forum, 34500 Béziers. My minivan is black

Before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 40 minutes at the first point and 40 minutes at the last point for the return.
• I can accept vegetarians on request
• The activity can be cancelled in case of bad weather
• One person’s reservations can be cancelled if there are no other travellers
• This experience requires a minimum of 4 participants. If it is cancelled due to lack of participants, another date or experience will be offered.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.