CAR HIRE MONTPELLIER

Car Hire Montpellier

The city of Montpellier is found 10 kilometers inland from the Mediterranean coast in France. The city itself sits on hillside and the name itself is from the French Mont Pele meaning naked hill. This is not reference to a state of undress but to the lack of good farming ground. Cruise the luscious countryside with Car Hire Montpellier.

The city has grown over the last fifty years as it became an industrial center for France and the region the city is located. Today the city boasts a broad cultural and historical reputation as well as being filled with shopping, restaurants and a buzzing nightlife that can be enjoyed with Car Hire Montpellier.

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Attractions of Montpellier

The main attraction of this town is its fusion of old and new. The main town square is a great location to start your exploration of the city as it holds the Opera House as well as a local tourist office. The town is full of discoveries waiting for you to find them and you will delight in the architecture, museums and art galleries.

Sights of Montpellier

Some of the sites to explore in your Car Hire Montpellier vehicle include the Place de la Comedie, which is the main central square. The Musee Fabre and the botanical gardens are always popular. The Saint Pierre Cathedral and Porte du Peyrou are a must for an architectural buff and there are several chateaux and regal buildings to discover.

Sport in Montpellier

Montpellier is usually featured in the famous Tour de France, but it has many other sports attractions for the non bike enthusiast. Football and Rugby are popular in the city and it has its own teams as well as stadium. You can also find Ice Hockey and Water Polo as a popular sporting entertainment.

Nightlife in Montpellier

One of the big annual events of the city is the Festival de Radio France which brings over 150 events of classical music and jazz. The event is free and draws visitors from all around the country to enjoy the musical extravaganza. Throughout the year there are Theatres and restaurants for visitors and locals to enjoy. Park up your Car Hire Montpellier vehicle and enjoy the nights out.

Shopping in Montpellier

The shopping in this city ranges from the French traditional fare all the way to the expensive fashion boutiques of local designers. The old town has been mostly pedestrianised and it is a real pleasure to wander the streets here enjoying the atmosphere. Be sure to stop at the small cafes in the old town for a glass of vino and a chat with the locals.

Getting to Montpellier

The city is ten kilometers in from the Mediterranean coast and is 750 kilometers from the capital city of Paris. There is an airport that serves the city and is located 7 kilometers from the city. It has international flights, many of them seasonal. The train is another popular transportation in to the city through the main station St Roch.

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