Villa Raphael Juvignac
Welcome to Villa Raphael! We built this guide to share our favorite corners of Juvignac and Montpellier — the bakery where we grab our morning croissants, the trails we hike on weekends, the beaches we love most. We hope you feel less like a tourist and more like a guest of friends who know this corner of France inside out. Enjoy your stay!
Welcome to Juvignac
Welcome to Juvignac, a laid-back Occitan village minutes from Montpellier, your perfect base to explore vineyards, trails and the Mediterranean coast.
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Welcome to the Juvignac website. Find all the useful information about your town on your site: news, upcoming events….
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Discover Montpellier, in the South of France, just 10km from the Mediterranean Sea. All our tips for your stay in Montpellier!
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For a day or more, I enjoy many discoveries with the City Card offered by the Tourist Office – Here’s how to have a good cultural or family stay while
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It’s time to discover the beauty of Montpellier and the surroundings… Here is the programme of guided tours of the moment.
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The only official site that issues the Crit'Air sticker (air quality certificate), based on the vehicle's pollution emissions.
Breakfast & Bakeries
Fresh croissants, crusty baguettes and artisan pastries from Juvignac's best bakeries. Start every morning like a true local.
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Marie Blachère Store Juvignac - Enjoy our breads on-site, delivered, or to take away in Juvignac.
Dining like a Local
Cozy bistros serving regional Occitan specialties, family-run restaurants, and hidden gems where locals actually eat. Taste authentic Languedoc.
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Discover Cap de l'Eau, a refined seafood restaurant in Juvignac. Authentic Mediterranean cuisine and fresh products.
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Come and experience the Marché du Lez in Montpellier, where local cuisine meets a friendly atmosphere.
Shops & Groceries
Fresh produce markets, local delicacies and everyday essentials, everything you need for a perfect stay, all within easy reach.
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Created in 1973, Naturalia is a French network of more than 200 stores specializing in the distribution of organic products. In our stores and on our website, we offer up to 10,000 organic and natural items.
Markets
Vibrant weekly markets bursting with fresh produce, local cheeses, herbs and Occitan specialties. Shop where locals do, the authentic heartbeat of Juvignac.
Top Sights
Must-see Montpellier: Place de la Comédie, medieval streets, Cathédrale Saint-Pierre. Natural wonders: dramatic Pic Saint-Loup and scenic viewpoints.
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Designed by the architect François D’Orbay, a student of Mansart, the Arc de Triomphe in Montpellier was built in 1692 in place of one of the gates of the old city walls.
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Discover the must-see heritage sites in Montpellier: museums, castles, monuments, squares, parks and gardens, archaeological or religious sites…
Museums
Discover art, history and Occitan culture in Montpellier's finest museums like Musée Fabre and MO.CO.
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MOCO, Montpellier Contemporain brings together an art school and two exhibition spaces: the ESBA, La Panacée, a contemporary art center, and the MOCO Hôtel des Collections, a space dedicated to exhibiting collections from around the world, both public and private.
Castles
Medieval fortresses and stately châteaux dotting the Languedoc countryside. Where centuries of history come alive.
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Château de Fourques, a family vineyard in Juvignac, just outside Montpellier. Discover our wines during a tasting and a visit to our cellar.
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Discover the Château de Flaugergues in Montpellier, a historical heritage site of a 17th-century "folly".
Hiking
Scenic trails through wild garrigue, vineyards and olive groves. Adventure starts at your doorstep.
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You will remember your vacation in Juvignac forever. Find information about hiking trails in our Travel Guide.
Unforgettable Experiences
Wine tastings, watersports, family activities, markets and festivals. Adventure for every mood and season.
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The must-try outdoor paintball near Montpellier, for groups, families, and companies.
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SPACE GAMES Industry is an immersive escape game full of unique mechanisms and puzzles themed around the mysteries of space.
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Explore Occitanie differently from Montpellier: trips, villages, nature, wine tasting | Authentic and friendly local experiences
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EXPLORE, LEARN, BE AMAZED Enter a brand-new story that will take you from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of the universe!
Beaches
Sun-soaked Mediterranean shores just 30 minutes away. Swim, relax, or simply breathe in the sea air.
Navigate Like a Local
Tram, bus and bike routes to explore Montpellier easily. Parking tips and local transport hacks included.
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Look up your route in Montpellier and the surrounding area, check your bus or tram schedules, see the availability of bike-sharing service, or TaM parking spaces.
Emergency Information
Pharmacies, hospitals, police and emergency contacts. We've got you covered for complete peace of mind.
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The Montpellier University Hospital brings together all medical and surgical specialties across different sites in the northeast of Montpellier.
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