Stretching along the Mediterranean coast from Camargue to Catalonia, the Languedoc and Roussillion regions boast bustling beaches, modern holiday resorts, sun-baked vineyards, celebrated wine and timeless inland villages, the sheer essence of what the French call 'Le Midi.'

In fact, for many the Languedoc and Roussillion region is the perfect French camping holiday destination, with long sunny days, beautiful sands, thousands of miles of walks and rides, National Parks and wildlife reserves, thermal springs and spas, grottos and caves. Then there's the mountains, rivers and lakes, ancient cities, towns, villages, thermal springs, abbeys, and cathedrals, châteaux and castles, especially the mountain fortresses popularly known as Cathar Castles. Phew!

You'll find Thomson Al Fresco luxury mobile homes on five fun-packed campsites in the Languedoc and Rousillon regions: Yelloh! Village Le Brasilia in Canet Plage, Yelloh! Village Le Serignan Plage in Serignan, Les Sablons in Portiragnes Plage, Yelloh! Village Les Mediterranees in Marsillan Plage and Yelloh! Village Club Beach Farret in Vias Plage.

What to eat and drink in Languedoc

Get stuck into the mussels and seafood from Etang de Thau, fish soup from Sete and taureau (that's bull to you and me). Into white wine? Try Picpoul de Pinet or Fagueres. Or see red with St Chinian and Minervois. Muscat de Rivesaltes is a sweet choice.

What to see and do in Languedoc

Head to Cap d'Agde for family fun at the Aqualand waterpark. Get a glimpse of the past in the ramparts of medieval Carcassonne. Glide through the beautiful countryside on a leisurely cruise on the Canal du Midi.

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