Pignan: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

The medieval village centre of Pignan preserves winding lanes, covered passageways, courtyards and houses clustered closely together.

Those choosing Pignan as a holiday destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment there.

Culture and History

The Abbaye de Vignogoul in Pignan was classified as a historic monument in 1862. The Sainte-Marie du Vignogoul church consists of a single-nave body with three bays and a three-part choir with rib vaults.

The Tour commune is a square keep from the 11th century and a remnant of a former feudal castle. The Château de Pignan is a Louis XIII-style building constructed by Daviler in the 17th century. The grounds of the Château de Pignan are open to the public.

The Carré Sainte-Anne is located in the vicinity of Pignan and is a museum. The Musée Fabre is also located in the vicinity of Pignan and is a museum. The ruins of the Abbaye Saint-Félix-de-Montceau are likewise located in the vicinity of Pignan. The Artothèque de Montpellier (Fermée) is located in the vicinity of Pignan and is listed as a museum.

Olive Growing

Olive cultivation is a tradition in Pignan that expanded considerably in the 19th century. Rougette de Pignan is a local olive variety that is preserved and further developed by the village's olive cooperative.

The traditional Fête de l’olive in Pignan takes place every year in the Parc du Château de Turenne, with stalls run by producers and craftspeople. The Fête de l’olive includes tastings of olives and products made from them.

Nature and Trails

The Sentier du Dragon is an 11.8 km circular hiking trail that passes around several villages, including Pignan. The Sentier du Dragon can also be completed by mountain bike or hybrid bicycle and is considered suitable for families.

The Parc du Lunaret - Zoo de Montpellier is located in the vicinity of Pignan and is a zoo. The Plage du Pilou is located in the vicinity of Pignan and is a beach. The Plage Des Aresquiers is also located in the vicinity of Pignan and is a beach. In the wider region around Pignan, the Phare de la méditerranée is located and is a viewpoint.

Other places: Le Bousquet-d'Orb, Laurens, Aigues-Vives, Capestang, Joncels, Hérépian, Roquessels, Villeneuvette

To the overview of the wider destination: Hérault.