This ascension weekend, which can last five days for some, is the ideal opportunity to go out with the family; the Journal Toulousain offers you 7 unusual activities in Hérault.
Visit Lerab Ling
On this ascension weekend, what could be better than recharging your batteries in a true haven of peace. For that, the Buddhist temple, Lerab Lingawaits you in Roquerodonde. This peaceful place is directly inspired by Tibetan monasteries of the Himalayas and has a 7 meter high Buddha. You can visit the Lerab Ling every afternoon, from Tuesday to Sunday, with its exterior esplanade and interior of the temple. It is also possible, depending on availability, to have lunch in this building and participate in a guided meditation.
Practical information: Lerab Ling Domaine de l’Engayresque in Roqueredonde
Open from March 31 to November 3, 2024
More information on the establishment’s website
An Escape Game in a cinema
A somewhat special escape game, in an abandoned cinema, is offered to you in Montpellier, this Saturday from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. The goal of the game is simple : you have 30 minutes to leave the room before it is destroyed. You will have to rack your brains, collaborate and observe all the clues available to you to succeed in your mission. Enough to spend a pleasant time with the family. The activity is free and authorized for adults and children aged 8 and over.
Practical information: 907 Rue du Professor Blayac in Montpellier
This Saturday, May 11 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
More information on the establishment’s website
Celebrate 1200 years of existence of Pomérols
Three days of celebrationsfrom Thursday to Saturday, await you in the village of Pomérols to celebrate the 1200th anniversary of the Hérault village (824-2024). This is a historic commemoration which will immerse visitors in medieval times. For the occasion, Pomérols will host three medieval camps housing dozens of tents while the streets will be a spectacle in themselves with epic battles or entertainment for young and old.
Practical information: in the heart of the village of Pomérols
This Thursday 9, this Friday 10 and this Saturday May 11, 2024
More information on the establishment’s website
The Sea Fair
The Sea Fair in Palavas-les-Flots returns this year for a 25e editing. Started on May 8, it lasts until Sunday May 12. come discover Camargue traditions with your family such as the bandidos, the Camargue races (Saturday and Sunday at 4:30 p.m.), the abrivados and even the bullfighting festival. Many shows and concerts are organized, some of which have free entry, during these five days of celebration. Every day, you will meet around the arenas and in the city center for entertainment.
Practical information : Avenue de l’Abbé Brocardi in Palavas-les-Flots
Until May 12, 2024
More information on the establishment’s website
Visit World War II bunkers
La Tamarissière, which is one of the districts of Agde, was a heavily fortified area during the Second World War. Nearly a hundred bunkers were built for the town of Agde and its Cap. These warlike buildings bear witness to the second part of the Second World War with the invasion of the so-called “free” southern zone by German troops from the end of November 1942 until the liberation in August 1944. Today, you can visit these historic bunkers and relive their history at La Tamarissière.
Practical information: Antoine Groignard car park in Agde
Free visit every Saturday, all year round, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
More information on the establishment’s website
Discovering the birds of Bagnas
The Bagnas nature reserve is located in the commune of Agde and shelters significant biodiversity with exceptional fauna and flora. It occupies an area of more than 550 hectares and protects the Bagnas ponds. For the curious, spotting scopes and binoculars are at your disposal to observe all these pretty people. You will thus be able to admire the many birds that populate the Bagnas pond. These include the northern shoveler, the scaup, the teal and many others.
Practical information: Route from Sète to AGDE
Open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
More information on the establishment’s website
Saint Fulcran’s Day 2024
Started on Saturday May 4 in the Hérault village of Lodève, the Feast of Saint Fulcran continues until Sunday, May 12. 9 days of celebration are on the program with the funfair, rides and shows so that all generations can have a good time. This Thursday, for example, a makeup workshop for children is organized at 3:30 p.m., while on Saturday evening, a light show will close the day. On Sunday, a flower market will take place on the esplanade while the rides will be at reduced prices.
Practical information: until May 12, 2024 in Lodève
More information on the establishment’s website
