France a la Carte

Montpellier

 

Another city based just off the south coast of France is Montpellier within Languedoc-Roussillon region.  The region has a population of around 600,000 over a quarter of these people live in Montpellier.

The city is located on high ground 6 miles inland next to the river Lez.

The city has a very intimate and close feel because of its narrow streets and old buildings.