For many, the climate of the Languedoc Roussillon region is the reason they come. Proximity to the Mediterranean coast brings with it a climate that is hot and dry in summer and mild in winter, with almost 300 days of sunshine a year. The further away from the coast, and the higher the altitude, the cooler the climate becomes, especially in winter when it can be quite cold. Of course, snowfall is expected in the higher parts of the Pyrenées to the south and Massif Central to the north. Rain tends to fall in spring and autumn and can be very heavy and concentrated, leading to flash flooding in low-lying areas.

The Languedoc is a relatively unspoiled region with low pollution and large areas of beautiful, and often dramatic, landscape. The rural areas of Langedoc are still tranquil and peaceful, even in summer. Even in urban areas there is relatively little heavy industry and the air remains clear. The Roman and mediaeval remains, the preservation of old buildings and cleaning of stone facades, combined with an abundance of plane trees and paved walkways, make the cities of the Languedoc attractive in their own right.

Property prices have doubled in the past five years but the relative cost is still low in comparison to the UK, Paris and other areas of northern Europe, as well as neighbouring Provence. Within the region there is also tremendous variation in price, with the highest prices being in the major cities and on the coast, and lower prices inland and in more remote areas.

Population in the Languedoc Roussillon region is low, with 2.4 million people sharing just over 27,000 square kilometres of land. Less than 50% of the population is native to the region and close to 10% of the total is foreign. The region has the highest population growth rate in France, with an annual increase of +0.9%. The population is forecast to continue to increase in the next twenty years, putting additional pressure on housing. The real estate and construction industries are booming as a result.

Languedoc Roussillon offers a variety of attractions, from its 200 km of sandy beaches to its ski resorts, boating on the 240km Canal du Midi or sailing on the Mediterannean. Sports include hiking, horse riding, cycling, canoeing, golf, tennis, swimming and rugby, even bullfighting! In combination with its historic sites - Roman Nîmes, mediaeval Carcassonne (the largest mediaeval city in Europe), the Cathar Castles of the Minervois, as well as numerous historic churches, cathedrals and monasteries, the region offers plenty for tourists and residents alike.