Discover Saint-Jean-de-Vedas

A small urban town west of Montpellier, Saint-Jean-de-Védas has retained its old-fashioned charm. Discover this peaceful town, its must-see sites and the events organized throughout the year!

History and heritage

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The town takes its name from the villa of Védatio, built in the 11th century. However, it is the Saint-Jean castle (built on the current Place Victor Hugo) that is at the origin of the creation of the town center.

Between the 11th and 20th centuries, the village was built around this seigniorial castle.

The Védas land also hosts the Domaine du Terral, the summer residence of the Bishops of Maguelone.

Its imposing fortified castle has been destroyed by numerous wars and rebuilt each time.

Transformed into a cultural site, it now belongs to the municipality and houses a theater, an exhibition hall, and rooms intended for the schools of fine arts and music of Saint-Jean-de-Védas.

The local economy was long based on agriculture, livestock breeding and the exploitation of stone quarries. A few hundred meters from the old village, the main quarry is now a leisure area managed by the municipality. At the beginning of the 20th century, the vine became the main agricultural activity of Saint-Jean-de-Védas, despite the ravages caused by the phylloxera epidemic.

The proximity of Montpellier accelerates the economic and demographic development of the city: gradually, the agricultural sector gives way to industrial, artisanal and tertiary activities. The land is urbanized to accommodate new generations of inhabitants. Saint-Jean-de-Védas remains, despite everything, a small town on a human scale, peaceful and pleasant.

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What to do in Saint-Jean-de-Védas?

Nature lovers will be delighted in Saint-Jean-de-Védas. Indeed, the city is organized around vast green spaces

developed offering countless possibilities for outdoor walks:

• The Terral Park was designed in the 19th century in the style of an English garden by a botany enthusiast. There are many exotic plants, a superb bamboo grove and a scent garden entirely dedicated to Mediterranean plants.
• The Peyrière Park is a former quarry that was exploited throughout the Middle Ages. It allowed the construction of many monuments in the surrounding area, such as the Arceaux aqueduct in Montpellier. Today it is a park developed for welcoming the public and organizing festivities.
• The Mosson area, located at the edge of the town, is a large meadow bordered by wooded areas. Perfect for strolling with the family or enjoying various outdoor activities (walking, mountain biking). Common leisure areas with ping pong tables, barbecues and picnic benches are available to everyone.

The city is also renowned for its exceptional cultural agenda. During your visit to the region, go to the Domaine du Terral de Saint-Jean-de-Védas to attend theater performances, circus, musical concerts and street arts! Indoors, within the cultural space of the Chai du Terral or in the natural setting of its 3-hectare park, enjoy shows staged by artists from all walks of life.

Brocantes, flea markets and entertainment for children take place all year round.

Very close to the Gorges de l'Hérault, the city has an ideal location for hiking enthusiasts. Discover the Mediterranean fauna and flora in the Gardiole massif or at the Cirque de Navacelle! 
On the banks of the Etang de Thau, the nautical base of Balaruc-les-bains provides you with windsurfers, catamarans, stand up paddle and optimists. Rental, course or private lesson, there are a thousand opportunities to splash around!

Where to go out in Saint Jean-de-Védas

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This dynamic little town has many places to eat and drink a glass of wine or a coffee. In the tea rooms, bars, and restaurants of Saint-Jean-de-Védas, taste local or international specialties, drink a cocktail at the afterwork or a homemade fruit juice on a shaded terrace...

The performance halls and the lively streets of the city center of Montpellier are easily accessible by car or public transport. For an evening, let yourself be carried away by the festive atmosphere of the Écusson district!

Your hotel in Saint-Jean-de-Védas

Are you looking for quiet and well-located accommodation for your stay in Occitanie? Our hotel in Saint-Jean-de-Védas welcomes you all year round for family vacations or a business trip in the Hérault.

In the immediate vicinity of the Languedocienne (A9 highway), it allows access in less than 20 minutes to the historic center of Montpellier and the superb beaches of Sète or Palavas-les-flots. Enjoy the sweetness of life by the sea and the medieval cities of the surrounding area! You can park your vehicle for free in our secure private parking throughout your stay. The Saint-Jean-le-sec SNCF train station is accessible on foot in about ten minutes, convenient if you are traveling by train! The establishment is also very well served by public transport (bus, tram). If you arrive by plane, make the trip from Montpellier Méditerranée airport in less than a quarter of an hour by road.

Treat yourself to a comfortable night at a low price at B&B HOTELS!

Each room is equipped with a large cozy bed to rest or relax, a private bathroom with bathtub, a flat screen television with a variety of channels. Ideal for relaxing after a day of sightseeing or a work seminar! And to start the day off on the right foot, we serve you our famous sweet and savory breakfast buffet every morning: it would be a shame to deprive yourself...

If you are traveling with children, simplify your life with B&B HOTELS: we provide family rooms that can accommodate up to 4 people. A baby bed is also available on request at reception. We also welcome your 4-legged companions (a supplement will be charged when booking this option).

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