Narbonne is a historic city in southern France known for its Roman roots its grand unfinished cathedral and its easygoing Mediterranean rhythm. The heart of the city lies along the Canal de la Robine where bridges promenades and open squares create a pleasant flow of movement. The Cathedral of Saints Just and Pastor rises with a soaring choir that hints at an ambitious project never fully completed which gives it a distinctive dramatic presence. Nearby the Horreum a series of underground Roman galleries reveals the depth of the city’s ancient past. Narbonne’s old streets markets and sunlit terraces offer a relaxed atmosphere and the nearby coast adds to its appeal. Altogether Narbonne brings together archaeology architecture and southern light in a calm balanced way.
Part of: France