10 Things to do in Capestang, south of France – A Review

Capestang is a perfect little getaway for those who would like to visit the south of France and enjoy some peaceful, tranquil time, but not be too far away from the bustling and picturesque towns of Beziers, Narbonne, Carcassonne…

Having frequented Capestang on many an occasion, I have compiled a list of 10 things to do in this lovely little town.  Capestang is pronounced Cap-ih-stang.

 

  1. Visit the awe-inspiring 14th century church of Etienne in the centre of the town square
Church St Etienne Capestang South of France
Church St Etienne Capestang South of France
  1. 2 Take a leisurely stroll along the famous Canal du Midi
Rent a boat on the canal du midi south of france
Rent a boat on the canal du midi south of france
  1. 3 Rent a canal boat for a lovely day’s cruising down the Canal du Midi

Canal (2)

  1. 4 Eat at the restaurant situated on the Canal du Midi – excellent steak with Roquefort sauce or Magret de Canard.
Restaurant Canal du Midi, Capestang, south of France
Restaurant Canal du Midi, Capestang, south of France
  1. 5 Enjoy a Get 27 (pronounced jet) or a Stella Artois in one of the bars in the town centre.

 

  1. 6 Sit on the benches in the middle of the town centre and enjoy a cool or hot beverage with beautiful scenery.

 

  1. 7 Walk around the town centre and see all the quaint streets and beautiful foliage.

 

Plane Trees, Capestang, South of France
Plane Trees, Capestang, South of France
  1.  8  Guided visits to the village and the bell tower

 

 

 

Capestang is also home to a doctors surgery, 2 pharmacies, a tabac (newsagents with postcards and stamps), 2 supermarkets – Intermarche and Lidl, a couple of ATMs, a DIY store – Bricomarche, and various other shops and restaurants to make your stay easy and comfortable.

 

If you would like to look for accommodation in Capestang, please visit these links below:

 

http://www.southfranceholidayvillas.co.uk/utils/detail?ref=CAP102

 

http://www.southfranceholidayvillas.co.uk/utils/detail?ref=CAP103

 

http://www.southfranceholidayvillas.co.uk/utils/detail?ref=CAP105

 

http://www.southfranceholidayvillas.co.uk/utils/detail?ref=CAP104

 

http://www.southfranceholidayvillas.co.uk/utils/detail?ref=CAP108

 

http://www.southfranceholidayvillas.co.uk/utils/detail?ref=CAP109

 

 

For any other information you would like to know about Capestang or the surrounding area please leave a comment or contact us at www.southfranceholidayvillas.co.uk

 

Sally Edwards
Sally Edwards
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