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Things to see in Jonquieres (France): 42 places and when to go
Jonquieres is a town in France, and this site lists 42 places in and around it, mainly History (16), Nature (13), Food and drink (10). The best known are Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert Abbey, Lodève Cathedral and Pont du Diable, Hérault. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 46. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 43.6725, 3.4796
- Places
- 42 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (16) · Nature (13) · Food and drink (10) · Temples (6) · Architecture (3) · Mountains (3)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- MRS Marignane, Bouches-du-Rhône, 142 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mont Saint-Baudille, at 848 m.
What to see in Jonquieres
The places in and around Jonquieres, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert AbbeyAbbey located in Hérault, in France8.8 km
- Lodève CathedralCathedral St. Fulcran of Lodève, Hérault department of France15 km
- Pont du Diable, Hérault11th century bridge in southern France7.4 km
- Abbey of AnianeAbbey located in Hérault, in France8.9 km
- Saint-Michel de Grandmont PrioryPriory located in Hérault, in France11 km
- Grotte de ClamouseCave in France7.2 km
- Gallardet DolmenDolmen in Le Pouget, France9.9 km
- Mont Saint-BaudilleMountain in France7.9 km
- Église Notre-Dame-de-Grâce de GignacChurch located in Hérault, in France6.7 km
- Château d'AumelasCastle13 km
- Château de BélargaHistorical building13 km
- Château de FozièresCastle13 km
- Château de JonquièresCastle547 m
- Coste-Rouge dolmenDolmen in Soumont, France11 km
- Pont de MontifortBridge in France15 km
- Gignac Bridge18th century building in Hérault, France5.0 km
- Église de Notre-Dame des VertusChurch located in Hérault, in France14 km
- Roc de la VigneSummit13 km
- Aven de la CapitelleCave in France13 km
- Baume CellierCave12 km
- Brasserie BaudilleBrewery6.5 km
- CarolVolcano14 km
- Cave Coopérative de Saint-PargoireWinery16 km
- Cave Coopérative de Saint-Pons-de-MauchiensWinery18 km
And the other 18, by what you come to do:
- Food and drink: Cave Coopérative Les Trois Grappes, Coopérative Clermont l’Hérault, Domaine des Grécaux (Cave à vins), Les Vignerons d'Alignan du Vent-Neffies, Mas de la Séranne, Mas du Pountil, Villa Dondonna
- Mountains: Chalet de Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert
- Hiking: CSG 11 : Saint-Maurice-Navacelles - Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, GR 74 (France)
- Nature: Gèbre, Sergent cave, Le Brandou, Maluber, Mounio, St Guillhem-Le-Désert, Serre Bau
- History: Maison Vergnes
When to go to Jonquieres
The best time to visit Jonquieres is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:06
- FebPossible10:16
- MarBest time11:38
- AprBest time13:13
- MayBest time14:32
- JunBest time15:14
- JulBest time14:57
- AugBest time13:48
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:46
- NovPossible9:25
- DecPossible8:46
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 46. In April, 42 of the 42 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Jonquieres
The nearest main airport is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS, Marignane, Bouches-du-Rhône), 142 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Jonquieres?
The best known: Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert Abbey, Lodève Cathedral, Pont du Diable, Hérault, Abbey of Aniane, Saint-Michel de Grandmont Priory. In all, 42 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Jonquieres?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 14 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 46.
How do you get to Jonquieres?
The nearest main airport is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), 142 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Jonquieres as the destination and these 42 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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