THE AREA OF ST. THIBERY

St Thibery dates back to Roman times, when it straddled the Via Domitania, the main road from Rome to Spain. Today Autoroute A9 is only 2 miles away (Agde exit 34) so the village is convenient to the 21st century road network, while off main roads, and therefore retaining its quiet village peacefulness.

The village itself provides for most everyday needs with a weekly market every Tuesday morning, 2 bakeries, news stand, vegetable and flower shop, butcher, fish shop, small supermarket, 2 bars and there is a well-stocked supermarket only 2 miles down the road towards Bessan.

Because of the proximity to Autoroute A9, St Thibery makes an ideal home base for exploring the countryside, from Barcelona in Spain (about 3 hours), the medieval walled city of Carcassonne (1 hour); and to the cities of Nimes and Arles. 

There is plenty to see in St. Thibery, too! The delights of St Thibery include the medieval bridge just a couple hundred yards from the house, the remains of the Pont Romain, which carried the Via Domitania over the river Herault, the old Benedictine abbey church, many house fronts dating from the 14th century and an impressive natural basalt formation.

Within easy driving distance there is a vast length of clean, safe child-friendly beach stretching all the way from Sete to Agde, which, even in August does not get overcrowded. Additionally, there are numerous nearby coastal resorts and fishing villages offering a wide range of seaside facilities and nightlife – including excellent eating.

Only 5 minutes away is the larger town of Pezenas often called the little Versailles, home of the playwright Moliere and Louise XIV’s court in the Languedoc. The acres of vines in the area reminds us that we are in the heart of wine country. Many of the local domains keep open house for free tasting!

The gourmet in you will not be disappointed with this area.  From outstanding seafood dishes on the coast to feasts in the little restaurants hidden away in small villages, there is something for every taste and pocket.

The historic Cathar stronghold of Beziers is a 20 minute drive. This is the home of Rugby in France.  Half an hour to the East is the  university town of Montpellier with plenty of artistic, musical and theatrical activity and endless stores for the shopper.