Activity programme from 19 to 25 June 2023

Come and live a complete experience with us thanks to our French courses, our accommodation and our weekly cultural programme! Every week we offer a great programme: between city tours, yoga (ashtanga) classes and excursions, our students never see the time pass! And in French, of course!

Summer's here and there's a whole host of events in Montpellier! This weekend, the Marche des Fiertés will be the centre of attention in town, and we'll tell you all about it on our blog: https://www.accentfrancais.com/blog/gay-pride-in-montpellier-marche-des-fiertes

Monday 19 June

10.00am-11.30am: ADULTS - Guided tour of Montpellier's historic centre
Relive the prodigious rise and exceptional destiny that Montpellier has forged for itself over the centuries. Take a thousand-year journey through the narrow streets of the historic centre to experience the very special atmosphere of the Ecusson.
Price: FREE
Meeting point: in front of the school, 2 rue Jules Ferry

12.30pm-2.00pm: Tutoring
Would you like to work independently or do your homework with the help of a French teacher? Then this tutorial is for you! In a dedicated room, our resource centre, you can read or work in peace and quiet. A tutor will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
Price: Free
Meeting point : Room 10 (2 rue de Verdun)

1:30pm-3.00pm: JUNIORS - Guided tour of Montpellier's historic centre
Relive the prodigious rise and exceptional destiny that Montpellier has forged for itself over the centuries. Take a thousand-year journey through the narrow streets of the historic centre to experience the very special atmosphere of the Ecusson.
Price: FREE
Meeting point: in front of the school, 2 rue Jules Ferry

3.30pm-5.00pm: ADULTS - Guided tour of Montpellier's historic centre
Relive the prodigious rise and exceptional destiny that Montpellier has forged for itself over the centuries. Take a thousand-year journey through the narrow streets of the historic centre to experience the very special atmosphere of the Ecusson.
Price: FREE
Meeting point: in front of the school, 2 rue Jules Ferry

6pm-7.30pm: Yoga class
Ashtanga Yoga is characterised by the sequence of postures (Asana) punctuated by the Ujjayi breath, chest breathing associated with different points of concentration. The postures follow each other quite quickly. This yoga is at first a very complete physical practice, becoming progressively a way of interiority when the practitioner acquires experience.
Price: 70€ for a card of 6 classes
Further information at the reception of the Accent Français school
Meeting at the yoga school Arjuna Shala, 6 rue Maguelone

The "Printemps des Comédiens" Festival continues in Montpellier! Read all about it here: https://www.accentfrancais.com/blog/montpellier-festival-le-printemps-des-comediens

Tuesday 20 June

1.30pm-6.30pm : JUNIORS - Outing to Palavas-les-Flots
Come and discover this pretty seaside resort on the Mediterranean. Don't forget to bring water, sun cream and sunglasses, it's going to be hot! Free time on the beach possible (swimming not supervised).
Price: 10€ (tram tickets and guide included)

6.00pm-9.00pm: Cooking class with Les Ateliers d'Arthur
Come and discover traditional French home cooking with Sandrine and her team. At each class, participants will prepare a starter, main course and dessert using fresh seasonal produce, which they will enjoy together afterwards with a glass of wine.
Registration at the school reception 7 days before the course.
Price: 85€
Meeting point Les Ateliers d'Arthur, 3 rue Gerhardt

7.30pm-10.30pm: ADULTS - Petanque workshop and picnic
Come and discover this sport typical of the South of France and have fun with your new friends from school. Bring your own picnic to complete the fun!
Price: €10 (picnic not included)
Meeting point: 2 rue Jules Ferry

7pm-8.30pm: Yoga class
Ashtanga Yoga is characterised by the sequence of postures (Asana) punctuated by the Ujjayi breath, chest breathing associated with different points of concentration. The postures follow each other quite quickly. This yoga is at first a very complete physical practice, becoming progressively a way of interiority when the practitioner acquires experience.
Price: 70€ for a card of 6 classes
Further information at the reception of the Accent Français school
Meeting at the yoga school Arjuna Shala, 6 rue Maguelone

7pm: Salsa classes and introduction to Latin dances
Come and discover salsa and Latin dances, meet people and have fun in one of the emblematic bars of the city centre!
Price: Free (Drinks at your discretion)
Meeting point: Cubanito Café (13 rue de Verdun)

9pm: Grand Quiz evening
Come and have fun and meet people in one of the nicest pubs of the city!
Price: Free (Drinks at your discretion)
Meeting point: Shakespeare Pub (12 rue de la Petite Loge)

Wednesday 21 June

10.45am-12.15pm: Outing to the Fabre Museum
Created in 1825 by its founder, the neoclassical painter François-Xavier Fabre, the Musée de Montpellier is one of France's finest public collections, constantly enriched by donations and bequests from discerning collectors and artists.
Price: 10€ (admission to the Museum and guided tour included), registration open before 19/06 at 4:00pm.
Meeting point: in front of the school, 2 rue Jules Ferry

1.30pm-5.30pm: JUNIORS - Bowling
Are you ready for a wild game of bowling? There'll be stiff competition between the students, so may the best man win!
Price: 20€
Meeting point: in front of the school, 2 rue Jules Ferry

2.30pm-4.00pm: Outing to the Fabre Museum
Created in 1825 by its founder, the neoclassical painter François-Xavier Fabre, the Musée de Montpellier is one of France's finest public collections, constantly enriched by donations and bequests from discerning collectors and artists.
Price: 10€ (admission to the Museum and guided tour included), registration open before 19/06 at 4:00pm.
Meeting point: in front of the school, 2 rue Jules Ferry

7.00pm-8.00 pm: Evening at a local crêperie
Come and enjoy some delicious galettes and crêpes with us! It's also an opportunity to meet other students from the school.
Price: 20€ (1 galette + 1 crêpe + 1 drink), registration open before 19/06 at 4:00pm
Meeting point: In front of the school, 2 rue Jules Ferry

6.00pm-7.20pm: Yoga class
Ashtanga Yoga is characterised by the sequence of postures (Asana) punctuated by the Ujjayi breath, chest breathing associated with different points of concentration. The postures follow each other quite quickly. This yoga is at first a very complete physical practice, becoming progressively a way of interiority when the practitioner acquires experience.
Price: 70€ for a card of 6 classes
Further information at the reception of the Accent Français school
Meeting at the yoga school Arjuna Shala, 6 rue Maguelone

7.30pm-24pm: Language exchange with Bla Bla Language Exchange
Come and share your passion for languages and meet people from Montpellier to speak French, English, German, Spanish and much more!
Price: free (consumption at your discretion)
Online registration

8.00pm: Fête de la musique with Vinicius and Amanda
Join us for a wild evening! We'll be celebrating the arrival of summer, culture and music tonight!
Meeting point: In front of the school (2 rue de Verdun)

Thursday 22 June

1:30pm-3:30pm: JUNIORS - Outing to the Museum
Today, we're going to combine the French language and culture in a fun way! Join us for a great time with young people your own age!
Price: 10€
Meeting point: 2 rue Jules Ferry

1.30pm-6.30pm: Excursion - Hiking to Pic Saint Loup and wine tasting
Découvrez la montagne préférée des montpelliérains, facile et magnifique, vous serez entouré d’une très belle végétation méditerranéenne et arriverez jusqu’au sommet pour découvrir incontestablement le plus panorama de la région. Dégustation de vin Pic St Loup dans une cave viticole de la région. Bouteille d’eau et chaussures de sports obligatoire. Randonnée 2-3h environ. Niveau moyen.
Price: 33€
Online registration on www.oculture.fr
Meeting point 10 minutes before departure at 25 rue du Grand Saint Jean 

6pm-9pm: Cooking class with Les Ateliers d'Arthur
Come and discover traditional French home cooking with Sandrine and her team. In each class, participants will create a menu of starters, main course and dessert with fresh seasonal products, which they will enjoy together afterwards with a glass of wine.
Registration at the school reception 7 days before the course
Price: 85€ per person
Meeting point : Les Ateliers d'Arthur, 3 rue Gerhardt

6.00pm-9.00 pm: JUNIORS - French crêpes Night
Come and have fun discovering the best of French culture!
Price: 10€
Meeting point: 2 rue Jules Ferry

6pm-1am : Blind Test Evening
The Social Bar is THE new place to go out in Montpellier! Located at the foot of the Tour de la Babote, the bar is run by Montpellier residents and offers daily entertainment, a co-working space, a petanque area, a bar and a dance floor!
See you at the Social Bar: 48 square de la Babote

7pm: Bachata class and introduction to Latin dances
Come and discover salsa and Latin dances, meet people and have fun in one of the emblematic bars of the city centre!
Price: Free (consumption at your discretion)
Meeting point: Cubanito Café (13 rue de Verdun)

7pm : Swing evening
Come and enjoy the vintage atmosphere of the Gazette Café's swing evenings and discover this very festive dance!
Price : Free (consumption at your discretion)
Meeting point at the Gazette Café (6, rue Levat)

7pm-8.30pm: Yoga class
Ashtanga Yoga is characterised by the sequence of postures (Asana) punctuated by the Ujjayi breath, chest breathing associated with different points of concentration. The postures follow each other quite quickly. This yoga is at first a very complete physical practice, becoming progressively a way of interiority when the practitioner acquires experience.
Price: 70€ for a card of 6 classes
Further information at the reception of the Accent Français school
Meeting at the yoga school Arjuna Shala, 6 rue Maguelone

Friday 23 June

8.00am-12.00pm : Excursion to Sète
Visit the peninsula nicknamed the "Little Venice of Languedoc" and its many canals. From the summit of Mont Saint Clair, enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the town, the sea, the mountains and the oyster and mussel beds of the Etang de Thau. Visit the church of Notre Dame de la Salette and its surprising frescoes. Walk along the Canal du Midi and the largest fishing port in the French Mediterranean. Panoramic views of the fishing boats, trawlers and tuna boats. Town of many artists, including the famous singer Georges Brassens and the poet Paul Valéry. Free time.
Price : 33€
Online registration on www.oculture.fr
Meeting point 10 minutes before departure at 25 rue du Grand Saint Jean 

10.00am-11.00am: Cheese tasting
Come and discover some of France's most famous cheeses and learn more about how they are made and how best to enjoy them!
Price: 15€
Meeting point: in front of the school (2 rue Jules Ferry)

12.30pm-2.00pm: Educational workshop “Board games”
Would you like to practice your French after class and meet other students from the school? We invite you every week to participate in our pedagogical workshop. 
Price: Free on registration
Meeting point : Room 5 (2 rue Jules Ferry)

1.45pm-6.00pm : Excursion to Sète
Visit the peninsula nicknamed the "Little Venice of Languedoc" and its many canals. From the summit of Mont Saint Clair, enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the town, the sea, the mountains and the oyster and mussel beds of the Etang de Thau. Visit the church of Notre Dame de la Salette and its surprising frescoes. Walk along the Canal du Midi and the largest fishing port in the French Mediterranean. Panoramic views of the fishing boats, trawlers and tuna boats. Town of many artists, including the famous singer Georges Brassens and the poet Paul Valéry. Free time.
Price : 33€
Online registration on www.oculture.fr
Meeting point 10 minutes before departure at 25 rue du Grand Saint Jean 

2.00pm-3.30pm: Cheese tasting
Come and discover some of France's most famous cheeses and learn more about how they are made and how best to enjoy them!
Price: 15€
Meeting point: in front of the school (2 rue Jules Ferry)

Saturday 24 June

Morning suggestion: Go to the market ! Marché des Arceaux, organic and local products

8.30m - 6.00pm : Excursion to Aix en Provence
The town was a favourite haunt of the local aristocracy, who built numerous Italianate and Parisian-style town houses. It was also the home of the famous Impressionist painter Cézanne. Guided tour of the Cours Mirabeau, the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville, St Sauveur cathedral with its many architectural styles and Romanesque cloister, the Pavillon de Vendôme and the Mazarin district.
Price: 55€
Online registration on www.oculture.fr
Meeting point 10 minutes before departure at 25 rue du Grand Saint Jean 

From 10.00 pm: Le Cinéma pour tous - 9th edition
Open-air cinema to see the film "Ratatouille".
Price : Free
Meeting point: Parc de la Guirlande (Figuerolles district)

Sunday 25 June

8:30am - 6:30pm : Excursion to Gorges du Tarn
After crossing the famous Millau Viaduct, we'll start with a panoramic view of the gorges, then descend to the riverside village of Sainte Enimie. This medieval village, built entirely of stone, is listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France. Guided tour then free time for lunch (swimming possible in summer). Descent of the Gorges with a stop at St Chély du Tarn, a stop and panoramic view at La Malène. Finally, a panoramic view from the most famous viewpoint in the gorges: the Point Sublime. Panoramic view of the Millau Viaduct.
Price: 55€
Online registration on www.oculture.fr
Meeting point 10 minutes before departure at 25 rue du Grand Saint Jean 

Morning suggestions : Go to the market !
- Farmers' market in the Antigone district
- Flea market in the Mosson district
- Les dimanches du Peyrou (second-hand goods and antiques) in the Peyrou/Arc de Triomphe district

Do you want to come to France and enjoy an unforgettable immersion stay? Do you want to make sure you have a fantastic experience? Choose Accent Français, a school with the Qualité FLE abel and a member of the Groupement FLE, it is your guarantee of a reliable, quality programme!

See you soon!

The Accent Français team
contact@accentfrancais.com