NARBONNE & GRUISSAN
NARBONNE: A GREAT LITTLE TOWN
Here you will find a small selection of our curated tips for Narbonne and the immediate surroundings towards Gruissan.
highest perfume art
TOO MUCH
Even if you don't immediately think of a perfume shop when you think of the top recommendations: the master perfumer Sylvain knows how to create scents that smell special and develop for a long time! There are numerous high-quality fragrances and scented candles to discover - even for those on a budget.
Address: Narbonne, 37 rue de l’Ancien Courier
Bakery and sweet sins
GILLES’ FOURNIL
The best place for a morning baguette or a delicious l'Eclers is the Fournil de Gilles bakery with a total of four branches in Narbonne. One of them is in Les Halles and another is in the Bonne Source area opposite the huge Carrefour supermarket, so the path from your accommodation leads there directly along the canal.
Address: 94 Av. de Gruissan, 11100 Narbonne
culinary institution
HALLS
The Les Halles of Narbonne are famous throughout the south of France! Over 70 retailers offer the finest goods to cook for yourself or invite you to linger and enjoy. They are located in the middle of the city center directly on the Canal de la Robine.
Address: Halles centrales de Narbonne Boulevard Docteur Ferroul, 1 Cr Mirabeau, 11100 Narbonne
wonderfully French
WEEKLY MARKET
The weekly market in Narbonne takes place twice a week on Thursdays and Sundays: directly in front of Les Halles along the Canal de la Robine.
Address: Promenade des Barques
Restaurant
GAIA
The terrace with the garden alone makes this restaurant a very special place. But the food and wine are of such a high standard that a visit here is always worthwhile. Also recommended at lunchtime, it's easy to find a shady spot here.
Address: 8 Av. des Pyrénées, 11100 Narbonne
Restaurant and more
MAMAMOUCHI
The sister restaurant Paparazzo in Gruissan also offers good food in a nice atmosphere with a beautiful view. But we were more impressed with Mamamouchi: close to our favorite beach and with a beautiful view over the Etang to the sea. No matter whether it's a bar, terrace or restaurant area - there's hardly a better way to spend the summer evenings!
Address: Avenue des Plages, 11430 Gruissan
Restaurant
THE GREAT BUFETS
This restaurant is in the Guinness Book of World Records for its enormous selection of cheeses and attracts people from all over France. Here you can find the great classics of traditional French cuisine in buffet form - everything is there and the very good selection of wine is served at the producer's price.
We ourselves weren't sure what to think of this restaurant. Until we convinced ourselves and came to the conclusion that we should have been here at least once. A great experience with a very fair price-performance ratio.
Address: Rdpt de la Liberté, 11100 Narbonne
Brasserie
BRASSERIE CO
There is always something going on in this lovingly furnished brasserie. The modern take on the French classic is the perfect place to start, end or take a break from a day in Narbonne. It is located directly on the banks of the Canal de la Robine opposite Les Halles.
Address: 1 Bd Dr Ferroul, 11100 Narbonne
Gourmet-Shopping an der Saline
THE SALIN SAINT MARTIN
Salt fields as far as the eye can see! And when the sun shines on it, everything shimmers in wonderful rose tones. In addition to guided tours, art exhibitions and a restaurant, there is also a shop where the wine rack is also very well stocked.
Address: Route de l’Ayrolle, 11430 Gruissan
real home cooking
FRIED MUSSELS
Our origins in Narbonne lie here: at the Les Floralys campsite with its warm hosts Catherine and François! And every Thursday in high season, his mother cooks mussels with fries in the typical house style. And there are always one or two insider tips for the wines.
Address: Chem. du maritime, 11100 Narbonne
Restaurant with two Michelin stars
THE TABLE
SAINT CRESCENT
There are many good restaurants in France. And of course there is a particularly good one in Narbonne. You are in the best hands here for a very special evening! Tip: Next door is the associated bistro, which also serves high-quality food and good wine - but much cheaper.
Address: Rond point de la Liberté, 68 Av. Général Leclerc, 11100 Narbonne
great museum - built by star architects
NARBO WAY
This new museum, designed by Foster Partner, showcases the Roman history of Narbonne - once the hub of the seafaring empire.
Other Museums in Narbonne include: Saint Just Cathedral and Archbishops' Palace / Treasure Museum of Art and History / Roman Horreum / Lapidary Museum / Birthplace of Charles Trenet
Address: 50 Avenue de Gruissan Nouvellement 2, avenue André Mècle, 11100 Narbonne
Wines from Gérard Bertrand
Château l'Hospitalet
"Le Grand Vin Rouge" from Château l'Hospitalet 2017 was voted the best red wine in the world at the International Wine Challenge 2019! This domain on the Clape massif, owned by former rugby player Gérard Bertrand, is developing an exceptional vintage in an estate with a hotel, restaurant, artisan shops and annual international jazz festival.
Address: Château l'Hospitalet route de Narbonne Plage 11100 NARBONNE
on the Canal de la Robine past your home
BOAT TRIP
You can rent a boat without any prior knowledge and sail past Salty Dayz on the Canal de la Robine, for example! We have chosen two options for you:
Rugby, events and more
ARENA
The national sport of rugby is played at a high level in the stadium next door - the arena, recently built by the French architectural firm Marc Mimram, is a beautiful location for all kinds of events.
Address: 74 Av. Maître Hubert Mouly, 11100 Narbonne
ALL RECOMMENDATIONS AT A GLANCE
Narbonne was founded in 118 BC. BC, when the Romans decided to settle in this strategic location. Narbo Martius became the first Roman colony outside of Italy. Narbonne was a dynamic port in ancient times, adorned with beautiful Roman public buildings.
The only structures that remain from this heyday are the mysterious Horreum (underground passages used as storage rooms) and the Via Domitia (Roman road that connected Rome with the Iberian Peninsula) in the town hall square.
In the Middle Ages, the Archbishop's Palace, the cloister and the Gothic cathedral of Saint Just and Saint Pastor were built. They are the symbols of the religious power of the great prelates of Narbonne.
In the 19th century, viticulture took on an important place in the region's economy. This is how the region became a land of milk and honey for winemakers. Landowners and traders got rich and had their magnificent houses built along the Canal de la Robine - exactly where you live with Salty Dayz!
MORE IMPRESSIONS
AUS NARBONNE, GRUISSAN
AND FROM THE CANAL DE LA ROBINE
