Montpellier Airport serves the city of Montpellier and the wider Languedoc-Roussillon region. Landing in Montpellier you immediately gauge how prominent Montpellier is amongst French cities; the stately architecture of the Port du Peyrou and Rue Foch, and the grand open space that is the Place de la Comedie allow Montpellier to compete with any of the world's major cities.
Car hire at Montpellier Airport provides a quick transfer to the city centre; but more than that, hiring a car in Montpellier gives you the freedom to explore local towns like Beziers and the spacious Languedoc beaches with the coast just a short drive away.
Arriving in Montpellier, you'll be instantly impressed by the sense of importance the city exudes. This is best summed up by the Place de la Comedie; one of France's and indeed Europe's finest squares where you can easily while the day away in one of the pavement cafés watching the world go by. The square is beautifully decorated by buildings like the Opera House and the Three Graces Fountain. For those seeking temporary escape from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, the Jardin des Plants is a beautiful inner city haven.
Further into the city you'll find features like the Port de Peyrou, the Esplanade d'Europe, and Rue Foch which all contribute to the impression that Montpellier is a historic and still thriving city. If you're hiring a car from Montpellier Airport, you should make the drive to the much-loved Espiguette Beach for a relaxing break from the city centre. Perhaps you'll take the A9 to Beziers or Narbonne. Many tourists will even use Montpellier Airport as their arrival point from which to visit the historic town of Carcassonne.
Rent a car at Montpellier Airport and enjoy Montpellier and the wider Languedoc-Rousillon region with its unspoilt beaches, medieval towns and quaint countryside.