Paul Riquet's Birthplace - Cathedral Views - A/C Apartment Vacation Rental

On the 4th floor of Paul Riquet's birthplace, facing the Halles de Béziers: 70 m² air-conditioned apartment under the eaves, with rooftop and Saint-Nazaire Cathedral views from the living room. King-size bed, certified 3 stars. 100% self check-in, beds made on arrival, linen and cleaning included, welcome kit. MyLocTravel, open 7/7 — fully automated booking, even last minute.

✪ The apartment (4th floor)
➜ 70 m², two main rooms, air conditioning — certified 3-star tourist accommodation.
➜ Old-town and cathedral views from the living room, complete with a hanging chair.
➜ King-size bed 180×200, premium bed linen provided.
➜ 4th floor of the residence, stair access.

✪ MyLocTravel services (included)
➜ 100% self check-in: arrive whenever suits you, even late at night.
➜ Quality bed linen and bath towels provided, beds made before your arrival.
➜ Cleaning included and complimentary welcome kit (soaps, toilet paper, bin bags…).
➜ Nespresso coffee machine in the apartment.
➜ High-speed WiFi.
➜ Fully automated booking, last-minute reservations possible — MyLocTravel is open 7 days a week.

✪ Kitchen & coffee
➜ Fully equipped kitchen: induction cooktop, oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, freezer, toaster, complete dinnerware, wine glasses, pots & pans and basic essentials (oil, salt, pepper).
➜ For coffee and tea: Nespresso machine, traditional French press and electric kettle.

✪ Bathroom
➜ Modern travertine bathroom with shower.
➜ Towels, body & hair gel and hairdryer provided.

✪ Amenities
➜ Washing machine, drying rack, heated towel rail, iron.
➜ Television, air conditioning.

✪ For little ones
➜ Travel cot + high chair on request (€15 per stay).

The residence — the birthplace of Paul Riquet, creator of the Canal du Midi — faces the Halles de Béziers, in the very heart of the old town.

✪ 100% self check-in
➜ On the day of your arrival, you receive your strictly personal access code (building + apartment), valid for your entire stay.
➜ Arrival possible at any time, even late — last-minute bookings welcome.

✪ By car
➜ A9 and A75 motorways nearby: follow "Centre-ville / Les Halles".
➜ Effia Halles 1 underground car park 150 m away (3, 7, 14 and 21-day packages) — recommended for stays of several days.

✪ On foot
➜ Béziers SNCF train station is a 14-minute walk away.
➜ Les Halles, restaurants, shops and the Tourist Office are just steps away.

✪ By public transport
➜ From Béziers Cap d'Agde Airport: shuttle to Béziers SNCF train station.
➜ Taxi from the station: around €10.
➜ City buses: lines 5 and 7 stop about 20 meters away (train station in 5 minutes).
➜ In summer, buses run to the sandy beach of Valras-Plage (handy when parking is tricky).

The Halles District

✪ A lively & authentic district
➜ The most dynamic district in Béziers: the famous Halles, voted "Most Beautiful Market in France 2025", gourmet restaurants, tea rooms, bars, shops and farmers' markets on your doorstep.
➜ The Béziers Tourist Office is just a few steps away.

✪ Gastronomy & local life
➜ The historic Halles: 24 independent local vendors, open Tuesday–Saturday 8 am–11 pm and Sunday 8 am–5 pm — perfect for shopping, breakfast, lunch, dinner or a quick coffee.
➜ An incredible culinary diversity: regional specialties, bistronomic tables, wine bars and fresh local produce.

✪ Heritage & culture
➜ Founded in 625 BCE by the Greeks (25 years before Marseille), Béziers is one of the oldest cities in France.
➜ Stroll through the historic center: Saint-Nazaire Cathedral, the Poets' Garden, the Church of La Madeleine (iconic site of the 1209 Cathar Crusade), Place des Trois-Six, the Fayet Museum and magnificent private mansions.

✪ To discover nearby
➜ The Nine Locks of Fonséranes, a UNESCO-listed masterpiece of the Canal du Midi, reachable on foot, by bus or aboard the Petit Train — 15 minutes from the apartment.

Everything is within walking distance: the Halles, restaurants, shops and the main sights of the historic center are just minutes away.

➜ City buses: lines 5 and 7 about 20 meters away — train station in 5 minutes and, in summer, Valras-Plage beach.
➜ Béziers SNCF train station is a 14-minute walk (taxi: around €10).
➜ By car: Effia Halles 1 underground car park 150 m away (3, 7, 14 and 21-day packages).
➜ The Petit Train sightseeing tour leaves nearby and reaches the Nine Locks of Fonséranes (Canal du Midi, UNESCO).

✪ Good to know
➜ A €100 security deposit will be requested.
➜ Pets are welcome with a €50 supplement per stay.
➜ Travel cot + high chair on request: €15 per stay.
➜ Fully automated booking and self check-in, possible last minute and at any time.

✪ Parking in Béziers
➜ Easiest option: Effia Halles 1 underground car park 150 m away, with 3, 7, 14 and 21-day packages.
➜ Blue Zone at the foot of the building: free 30-minute sessions (blue parking disc required).
➜ Yellow Zone right nearby: paid parking, first 30 minutes free each day.

✪ House rules
➜ Non-smoking apartment (a deep-cleaning and repainting fee will be charged otherwise).
➜ No parties or events.
➜ Not suitable for people with reduced mobility (stair access).
➜ The apartment is under the roof: the bedroom doorway is 1.5 m high, so you may need to duck slightly when entering.

Your stay is managed by MyLocTravel, open 7 days a week: fully automated booking, self check-in and a team you can reach at any time. We answer quickly, before, during and after your stay.