Cessenon
nestling in the valley of the Orb is a very pretty village centred around
the solid 14th century church. There is a large square with the mairie
at one end; opposite you'll find a lovely butcher's shop, the bank and
the bar and restaurant. In the summer they extend their tables and chairs
into the main square.
On the
other side of the road is another bar where you can also sit outside and
enjoy the summer sunshine.
A must
visit if you want a fabulous evening of proper French and international
cuisine with the chef's own English twist is dinner at Restaurant de l'Orb
(www.restaurantdelorb.com). The
cooking is totally innovative using fresh and even home grown produce
even gathering herbs straight from the local hillsides. The service is
very friendly with French and English spoken. A lovely atmosphere at very
reasonable rates.
There are
no less than three bakers, a tabac, a newsagents and a general store close
by. A little further towards the river you'll find the large '8 à
8' supermarket near the post office providing everything you'll need for
basic shopping without having to drive into the large town of Beziers.
On the
other hand you should not miss a visit to Beziers with its magnificent
cathedral and wonderful central boulevard where every Friday you can discover
the amazing and colourful flower market. Other attractions of Beziers
include the theatre, the many bars, restaurants and boutiques but most
of all the incredible Fiesta known as the Feria which occurs in the middle
of August each year when the whole ot the city becomes a huge Spanish
festival. You don't have to go to the bull-fight to soak up the atmosphere.

Cessenon from the river
Further up the road from Cessenon you'll find the beautiful town of Roquebrun
perched on the edge of the escarpment leading up from the river. Roquebrun
has a famous Mediterranean garden open to the public.
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the mediterranean garden at Roquebrun
On the other side of the river, crossed by a magnificent suspension bridge,
discover the large river beach with a camp-site just behind. During the
season an outdoor pizza parlour and bar invites you to partake of its
fayre.
Looking
back across the river from this side is the lovely view of the village
topped by its 12th century tower.

Roquebrun
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