Bize Minervois is in Aude, France.
Located on the River Cess, Bize Minervois is a quiet little village with some charm.
- Explore local fortified town Minerve, approx 30mins drive away.
Swim in the River Cess at the swimming hole. Part of the river has been dammed, and a lifeguard ensures a safe swim in summer months.
Take a boat trip on the canal in nearby Le Somail.
- Domaine Saint Michel Archange, 6 Rue des Chateux, 11120 Bize-Minervois (Walk through the main gate/entrance to the town, take the left, then the next right and it will be ahead of you., +33 4 68 46 28 35. A lovely 'chateux' that offers free winetasting and helpful, informative description of the wine making process. There is also a free art gallery. Free wine tasting.
- Chateau Cabezac, 23 Hameau de Cabezac, 11120 Bize-Minervois, +33 4 68 46 23 05. 10AM - 8PM every day. Free wine tastings with no obligation. Good selection of wines. Free wine tasting.
Domaine Saint Michel Archange, 6 Rue des Chateux, 11120 Bize-Minervois (Walk through the main gate/entrance to the town, take the left, then the next right and it will be ahead of you., +33 4 68 46 28 35. A lovely 'chateux' that offers free winetasting and helpful, informative description of the wine making process. There is also a free art gallery. Free wine tasting.
Chateau Cabezac, 23 Hameau de Cabezac, 11120 Bize-Minervois, +33 4 68 46 23 05. 10AM - 8PM every day. Free wine tastings with no obligation. Good selection of wines. Free wine tasting.
A local minimarket sells most things by the entrance to the town.
There is a market near the entrance to the town on Wednesday mornings.
The closest large supermarkets (Intermarche and Lidl) are on the main road towards Narbonne.
- Cafe du Midi. Lovely restaurant with great food in the centre of Bize. €13-16 for a main.
Cafe du Midi. Lovely restaurant with great food in the centre of Bize. €13-16 for a main.
One might consider moving on to explore Carcassonne next, or Narbonne.