A verdant setting on the doorstep of Montpellier, “The venue has all the qualities of “otherworldliness”, a place that disconnects you from the world without making you a foreigner. The Domaine de Verchant is a land unto itself, a place that exists outside time and space, a cosy cocoon like a family home” Chantal and Pierre Mestre.

Over five years, the new owners renovated this unique place with a passion to transform it into a luxurious hotel complete with a sublime spa, in the heart of a restored vineyard estate. 1582, a key date in the history of the Estate, On 1 February 1582, the Bishop of Montpellier gave Pierre Verchant an estate, which acquired his name and remained in the family for the next two centuries.

On 23 September, 1878, Jules Leenhardt acquired the estate and manor house inspired by the “Montpellier Follies”, which had been built in the heart of the unique grounds. He paid particular attention to these grounds, even calling on eminent Swiss landscape architects of the time: the Bühler brothers.

A picturesque setting with old stone buildings, a contemporary gem. The deliberately intimate hotel maintains a low accommodation capacity to promote optimal service and comfort. 26 luxurious apartments, rooms and suites from 30 to 90 m² achieve a subtle blend of old architecture and contemporary design that extends into the hotel’s reception, lounges and lounge bar.

The château itself has 9 rooms and suites, 14 are located in outbuildings including 2 rooms for people with reduced mobility; there are also 2 apartments and a detached villa occupying the former forge. Each room is unique and differs in its décor, configuration and facilities.

​THE VILLA SARNELLY
Since January 2012, the Villa Sarnelly has also been available for rent at the Domaine de Verchant. A 16th century mansion, entirely renovated, masterfully blending modernity and authenticity and just a hop from the hotel.

At the heart of a 7,000m², landscaped garden, the villa boasts 600m² of living space. Contemporary decor, an 80m2 master with a bathroom featuring a balneo bath and a private hammam, two rooms with a private water room and a self-standing apartment of 60m².

The living space is ideal with its 50m² TV room, 70 m² living room with fireplace and 120m² living and dining area, ideal for parties with family or friends. The fully-equipped kitchen and dining area commands superb views of the garden, the 20×8 m swimming pool (and 10×4 m paddling pool) and the large covered terrace with its large barbecue.

Tennis court, City Park, indoor bar area with baby foot, a pinball machine, children’s playroom, wellness area with gym of 150 m2, indoor heated pool, sauna and steam room.

THE RESTAURANT
The restaurant “Verchant” of the Domaine de Verchant is open throughout the week whether it’s for a business lunch or dinner with friends or family. With stunning views of the outdoor pool and grounds, come and discover the skills and creativity of our executive chef Mathieu Gourreau. Choose from the seasonal menus created by our chef where the emphasis is on regional produce and enhanced by a warm, intimate atmosphere.

BREAKFAST
Whether as a buffet or through room service, have your breakfast in the Domaine de Verchant hotel and spa on the edge of the garden or on your room’s terrace. Enjoy the delicacies prepared by our chef when you wake up each day accompanied by one of the many teas or coffees on our breakfast menu.

LUNCH
For lunch, the restaurant offers an à la carte menu and set menus with a southern French flair prepared by our chef Mathieu Gourreau. With the Mediterranean breakfast, you can sample the flavours of the south with the changing seasons.

DINNER
The Domaine de Verchant’s restaurant is a great place for dinner with friends or family. Choose from the seasonal menus created by our chef especially for the Domaine de Verchant’s restaurant in a quiet atmosphere.

BAR
An absolute must for this charming oasis among the vines: an invitation to escape, relax and unwind… You will experience the pleasure of lazing in the sun, with Mediterranean scents wafting by… just 10 minutes from the city center protected from the urban bustle, a unique, exceptional place.

The restaurant among the vines, seating 70, where you can sample cuisine with a southern French flair, at once refined and delicious. The relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere will relax and delight you.

The “La Plage” bar, a concept combining: champagne, innovative cocktails, DJ, bands, tapas… a whole programme over the summer season. The whole beach team will be at your service to leave nothing to be desired, and to help you have a truly relaxing experience.

The appealing 11 x 21 m swimming pool overlooking the vineyard and lined with sunbeds and deckchairs is conducive to that luxuriousness found on all the best beaches. The restaurant, bar area and parties are open to everyone, subject to availability.

For customers who are not staying at the hotel, access to the pool is only granted when coupled with a restaurant option either by reserving a table or with a relaxation option. You also need to have a privilege card, which you can request from our friendly staff.

SPA & WELLNESS
As they love to travel, Mr and Mrs Mestre, the owners, were able to bring the various benefits offered by spas worldwide back with them and develop them in their own well-being space: Verchant Le Spa.

This cocoon of bliss covering 2,000 sq meters located at the heart of 17 hectares of vineyards, the Domaine de Verchant spa is dedicated to relaxation and wellness and is open Monday to Sunday from 8:30am to 9pm. Verchant le Spa is open to hotel guests, members of the private club and also external visitors in the form of a half day discovery experience or Day spa.

At the edge of the vineyards that surround the Estate, our resort has a garden-level indoor pool equipped with a countercurrent swim system, experience showers, Jacuzzi, Turkish bath, 3 saunas and a relaxation room where relaxation and serenity are the order of the day.

In luxurious surroundings dominated by minerals and relaxing fragrances, our eight treatment rooms, including three VIP duo suites with indoor gardens, private Jacuzzis and Turkish baths, offer your senses a journey where time stands still.

To combine well-being of body and mind, the Domaine de Verchant has a 400 sq meters gym with the latest generation Technogym equipment and the expertise of a personal trainer to guide you. The spacious changing-rooms with a sauna provide every comfort.

SHOP
Just next to the spa’s reception you will find the shop. Verchant Le Spa has established affiliations with renowned brands such as Valmont, Anne Semonin and Biologique Recherche to create a unique space dedicated to treatments for the face, body and mind.

Our team of practitioners offer various teas from Mariage Frères, personalised treatments and advice, and will introduce you to the Anne Semonin, Valmont and Biologique range of products. You will also find our gift sets, all our full day offers and our Verchant Le Spa private club cards.

MASSAGES & TREATMENTS
We have developed a comprehensive menu of Anne Semonin treatments exclusively for the Domaine de Verchant Spa based on the benefits of essential oils and trace elements. The Anne Semonin experience means personalised treatments through the synergy of essential oils and trace elements specially selected for you.

The Domaine de Verchant Spa also selected Valmont, from the Swiss medical tradition with 20 years of expertise in skincare, providing effectiveness, safety and pleasure in using their highly technical anti-ageing treatments with visible, lasting results.

Finally, since the end of 2017, Verchant Le Spa has been offering Biologique Recherche, it is the combination of a clinical approach to esthetic care, pure, concentrated, almost raw products, and original and rigorous protocols that underpin the reputation of amazing efficacy of Research Biological Methodology.

DUO ROOMS
Unique to Montpellier, the Domaine de Verchant Spa invites you to discover its 3 duo rooms.  The Verchant experience just for you: a Spa within a Spa. Fancy a romantic day out? A mother and daughter day out? Celebrating the birthday of someone you love in an original way?

Come and discover our fully privatised duo rooms. The first, overlooking the vineyard, offers two massage tables, a spa bath, Turkish bath and a private garden for an exclusive experience.

A second duo room with private Jacuzzi and Turkish bath for the ultimate relaxing experience, and a third overlooking the gardens with two massage tables for a true bonding experience. Our “duo” menu features a range of Verchant signature treatments.

PRIVATE CLUB
The Domaine de Verchant Spa is also a private club exclusive to Montpellier offering various membership packages for 6 or 12 months, including unrestricted access to all our facilities, group classes, as well as credit to use on treatments throughout the subscription period according to your needs.

Our coach will establish a fitness programme with you and monitor your progress. The 400m² gym, group lessons (abdominals, gluteals, running, aqua aerobics and aquabikes) with our coach are all designed for your satisfaction.

A map of our 64 treatments from various world cultures: shiatsu, Ayurvedic massage, Balinese, hot stone, shirodhara, foot reflexology. A wide range of beauty treatments (facials, hair removal, wraps, exfoliation, manicures and pedicures)

Discover our Spa through various discovery days including lunch at the Estate’s restaurant, and discover our well-being menu designed by Damien Cousseau. These discovery days are available as a gift card.

SEMINARS
The Domaine de Verchant is a venue for your events in a verdant setting: seminars, product launches, conventions, gala evenings. For memorable, natural, luxurious, gourmet stays, the Domaine’s two large function rooms and two small lounges are available throughout the year.

The 280m² prestige function room on the ground floor where everything has been designed for the comfort of guests: architecture combining modernity and authenticity, opening onto the gardens or the vineyards, as well as the 200 m² covered terrace seating up to 400 people for dinner.

Nearby, our 180m² Grand Chai cellar room is customisable into three 60m² breakout rooms or workshop rooms for groups of 30 to 150 people with a number of possible configurations.

The Domaine de Verchant in Montpellier also has two lounges on offer inside the hotel for groups of up to 30 people, for meetings or executive seminars, with the option of privatising them for business meals, but also for private lunches and dinners.

Our function rooms and lounges are equipped with flip charts, video projectors, screens, Wi-Fi, modern furniture, lighting, sound systems, etc. Different views are available to you: the Languedoc courtyard and fountain or the 250m² terrace overlooking the vineyard, or our pool and the garden.

Other spaces available for exclusive use on request in our 5 star hotel: reading lounge, white lounge. An expert and professional team dedicated to your event to fulfil your every request.

WEDDINGS
Ideally located, the Domaine de Verchant invites you to live an unforgettable experience in an enchanting setting. Celebrate the best day of your life in a venue full of charm. Take advantage of the leafy grounds for your ceremony or our traditional Languedoc courtyard complete with a fountain for your reception.

The air-conditioned 280m² reception room, combining modernity and authenticity, can seat more than 200 people and allows you to continue the evening on the fully equipped dance floor.

In addition, the adjoining 200m² terrace overlooking our vineyard and covered by a transparent marquee is the perfect setting to help make your dream wedding a reality. The Domaine de Verchant Hotel & Spa is the very romantic touch needed to make your wedding reception unforgettable.

ACTIVITIES & EXPERIENCES
To help you can relax and unwind, the Estate has a spa with heated indoor pool, Turkish baths, saunas and eight treatment rooms, two outdoor pools and a tennis court. Our 13-hectare vineyard lets you explore and discover our grape varieties.

Bicycles are available for your use. In our shop/tasting cellar you can find out about and taste our range of wines, and buy them as well. The beach… among the vines, an ideal place to rest and relax in a deckchair looking out onto the vineyard with a refreshing cocktail in your hand.

SURROUNDING AREA
Why not set out to explore the iconic Place de la Comédie, Montpellier’s old town, the protected marshes of the Camargue, the ramparts of Aigues-Mortes, the medieval walled city of Carcassonne, Nîmes’s Roman amphitheatre, the Pont du Gard, Cevennes National Park, the fishing port of Sète or discover the charms of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert and Pic Saint-Loup.

PRIVATE BEACHES
Just a 15-minute drive from the Domaine de Verchant, you can find the Mediterranean with its charming, completely protected coastline and marinas…Its long beaches of fine sand, ideal for lazing about or going for long walks, playing water sports or enjoying a drink on one of the many private beaches…

GOLF
The region also guarantees golf lovers the chance to play on high quality courses all year round:

• Golf de Montpellier – Massane and Golf de Fontcaude just ten or so kilometres away
• Golf de la Grande Motte 20km away
• Golf de Nîmes Campagne 60km away

THE PONT DU GARD & LES BAUX DE PROVENCE
One hour from the Domain, this architectural structure was built over 2,000 years ago. The Pont du Gard is a site unique to France, as it is the only three-tiered Roman aqueduct still standing today. Discover this marvel that has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1982, while enjoying the charm and authenticity of the Gardon Valley.

Located in the Parc Naturel des Alpilles (a nature reserve), Baux de Provence is considered one of the most beautiful villages in France. You will be immersed in a magical, spectacular setting and discover the incomparable charm of villages in Provence.

THE VINEYARDS
On the region’s slopes, vines have been cultivated since ancient times. AOC and vins de pays account for the bulk of production. The Languedoc-Roussillon region is the backdrop for a wide variety of terroirs, each with its own soil, climate and grape varieties, whose different blends make for unique wines with ever increasing quality.

Grès de Montpellier, Pic Saint-Loup, Faugères, Coteaux du Languedoc, Corbières, Limoux, Minervois, Saint-Chinian, Côte du Roussillon, Fitou, Costières de Nîmes…are among the more famous designations.

THE CAMARGUE
Just 25 minutes from the Estate, visit the Camargue, typical landscapes of the Languedoc-Roussillon region. Discover this beautiful region on horseback, visit the Salin sea salt ponds, go on a 4×4 safari to see pink flamingos, bulls, horses and more.

THE PORT OF SETE & THE BASSIN DE THAU
25 minutes from the Estate, the waters of a mollusc-rich lagoon lap against the towns of Sète, Balaruc-les-Bains, Bouzigues, Mèze and Marseillan. A place to visit between sea and sky at the foot of Mont Saint-Clair in Sète, this vast lagoon plays an important role in the economy. Oysters and shellfish have been farmed here since Antiquity.

Rooms: 26

Price: from 227 EUR per night

Source: www.domainedeverchant.com

Discover an exceptional place close from historical center of Montpellier, an excuse to open up to a soothing nature, a domain dedicated to pleasure and well-being, perfect communion between the nourishing earth and the human inspiration, at the same time charming lodging, place of refined receptions and manade, Camargue horses adorning these lands between vineyards and Mosson… It is today the testimony of a rigorous eco-responsible approach.

History of the sleeping beauty

History recalls this place as a farmhouse before Louis XV gave it to his treasurer, the “Baron Bonnier de la Mosson”. It was transformed in a residence of pleasure that offers the flower of the city under the old regime.

The Folies were built in the countryside, in the middle of agricultural lands and vineyards. More recently, Bertrand Schmitt decided to open le Domaine de Biar to the public. It is now a place where we love and respect nature.

1155
Domaine de Biar is mentioned for the first time under the name : Manso de Biars. The fertility of these lands is maintained by a regular contribution of silt contained in the rivers that allow rich land crops and quality breeding.

1727
The young King Louis signed an act which authorized the sale of Biar by Charles Joachim-Colbert, Bishop of Montpellier and Maguelone. The Baron, Joseph Bonnier of Mosson, lover of arts and sciences, became the owner and began major construction works.

1882
The Domaine belonged to the agronomist Henri Marès, who is known for his discovery of treatments for diseases that affected grape vines. Marès was also the owner of the elegant Château de l’Engarran, which is located very near Biar.

Henri Marès dreamt of offering Domaine de Biar to his daughter Henriette to whom he dreamt of offering this beautiful place surrounded by an abundant natural setting. Unfortunately, he did not have time to finish his work and the property fell into oblivion and suffered the ravages of time.

2007
Bertrand Schmitt fell in love with this place when he entered its castle. Going from room to room, venturing into the outbuildings, strolling into the abandoned park. The restoration work and development were done with the respect of the environment in mind. It now welcomes lovers of serenity, authenticity and harmony.

Nowadays
More recently, Bertrand Schmitt opened le Domaine de Biar to the public. It is a place where people love and respect nature. In fact, restaurant, rooms, events, equicoaching are services offered to the guests follwing a sustainable policy.

Domaine de Biar has rediscovered its original activity through breeding and training horses, in the true tradition of the Camargue.

In fact, the Domaine owns about 25 horses that live permanently on the property. The Domaine also hosts a herd of bulls and cattle to graze on the vast prairies of Biar, rich due to their proximity to the water of the Mosson.

A journey through time
The Domaine de Biar is a place marked by history and nature as well as by the various owners who have succeeded each other. From the 18th century to today, this estate has been under many influences which have led it to be the charming residence it is today.

Also, we have chosen to dedicate each room to one of the characters who marked the place. Immerse yourself in an extraordinary universe that will take you on a journey through history.

Suites

Discover our suites with a breathtaking view of the park. Let yourself be carried away by the personalities of the former inhabitants of the domain who gave birth to such special universes. A unique experience that will transport you back in time and over time for an unusual stay.

Suite Augustin Coste

Biar is acquired by the Coste family after the revolution. Augustin is a spirited man who quickly made a fortune. He turned Chateau de Biar into a place where parties where held, more than a place to live.

This room was his, located at the heart of the building. A bathing area completely open and nestled behind the head board of the bed, hints of the contemporary within an ancient and authentic environment.

Suite Deluxe Bonnier de la Mosson

In a very classical atmosphere, she gently claims her aristocratic side. Baron Joseph de la Mosson, great lover of the arts and sciences, acquired the Domaine in 1727. This suite is as grandiose as the Baron himself.

It evokes, by its splendour and volume, the century of Enlightenment and excesses. Its curiosities and “hide and seek” doors are many surprises that will awake your mind and senses. A timeless voyage through the 17th century, at its most intimate.

Junior suite Magali

This suite benefits from a double orientation offering a splendid view on the manade of one of the balconies. The private lounge opens onto the other balcony overlooking the English Garden.

An elegant touch of classicism blends harmoniously with a mix of colors and materials post 80’s. A bright fitted kitchen, a bathroom with bathtub and a bedroom on the courtyard ensure a comfortable stay.

La Table de Biar, a “slow food” concept

Due to our commitment to the environment, we use local products. It is the reason why our Chef offers you an authentic cuisine with products from the region or from the garden.

Familial or gastronomic cuisine, seated or for a cocktail, we create menus that will delight your mouth. Effectively, our changing menu will surprise you everyday.

Table d’hôtes
Depending on availability, you can book the restaurant during your stay to discover the cuisine of la Table de Biar. These menus change everyday depending on the products our Chef has found. It allows you to taste homemade meals.

Lunch or dinner at the domain
If you are staying at the domain, you can book your table during your initial booking or at your arrival. On the other hand, la Table de Biar is openned to the public, depending on availability.

From the garden to your plate
Because we want to give you the best, we offer you, as often as we can, courses with products coming form our garden. It is cultivated by our gardeners with great care. Also, our orchard offers you its production depending on the seasons.

Then again, we can guarantee 100% plastic free products. In the same way, our chickens allow us to serve you fresh eggs every mornings. In other words, a meal at la Table de Biar is a meal that guarantees a local cuisine.

Cuisine meant for everyone
Food allergies or special diets ? You can book your table without fear. In fact, we adapt our menus and courses. To do so, you just have to specify your allergies or diets at the time of the booking (at least 24h before).

Your event at the Domaine de Biar

Conveniently located near Montpellier, 10 minutes from the TGV train station and 15 minutes from the Montpellier Mediterranean Airport,Domaine de Biar welcomes visitors to a sumptuous setting that awakens the senses, for business seminars, receptions, weddings and private parties.

Biar signature event
Domaine de Biar organises events centred around traditional practices of the Camargue, such as “ferrade” or training…

An original idea for participating animation for your seminars or receptions. Apart from the range of possibilities that the Camargue tradition can offer to organise events, Domaine de Biar is also a “manade” that boards and breeds horses.

Salle de Bal
After 10 years of renovations always combining value of heritage and environmental concerns, the Domaine de Biar finds its vocation of Folie by proposing its large Ballroom of 200 m².

This large reception room is decorated with a mezzanine of 40m ² and thanks to the “Salon Musique” that can be annexed, the possibilities are many for your gala evenings or promotional, weddings, conferences and other seminars up to 200 people.

With its monumental fireplace and its large south-east facing bay windows opening onto nature, the decor will meet both your creative and recreational needs and can be arranged according to your desires.

Our services

During your stay, take advantage of the domain’s services and activities. Between nature and relaxation, it’s a pure moment of well-being that awaits you. Upon your arrival, immerse yourself in a universe of sweetness conducive to rejuvenation and let yourself be guided…

Hammam and massages
A massage near the hammam, enjoying soft music and scents of essential oils or nestled in the kiosk of the English garden listening to the birds and enjoying the smell of freshly cut grass or roasted coffee beans, many places and chances to unwind.

Steam bath in a oriental atmosphere, smells and colors made for a complete relaxation. Book 30 min before you would like to use it, please ask our team.

Pool area
Swimming pool to cool down, pool house and bar to enjoy a fresh drink,deckchairs to relax in the shade… In the heart of the park, surrounded by trees and horses of the ranch, enjoy this idyllic setting.

In this way, you can enjoy the pool from june to september. In the middle of the park, it is the perfect place to disconnect and re-energize. With the meadows surrounding the pool, you can observe the nature while basking.

Tai Chi et Qi Gong
The classes of Tai Chi and Qi Gong will allow you to discover unknown aspects of your body. In other words : the internal movement and the breathing. It will help you find a deeper implantation, a better centering and peace of mind.

For these reasons, Eric Schmitt, will guide you by practicing simple and accessible movements. He is graduated of the French Federation of Chinese Martial Arts since 1986. Therefore, he will lead you through the discovery of this vital force.

The domain park
Immerse yourself in this green setting. 50 hectares filled with elegance and peace surrounded by beautiful vineyards. You will be charmed by this Garden of Eden, its trails that run along the Mosson river and vast meadows that are home to Camargue horses, herbs and bulls.

Slide into the imaginary from a book of Marcel Pagnol, live the French Mediterranean culture. The petanque balls are waiting for you at the reception for a game with friends on the dedicated space next to the pool.

Equicoaching, a new discovery

Equicoaching, is a combination of coaching and interaction with horses. This activity is for private individuals as well as companies. Effectivly, whatever your need is, the horses and the equicoach will lead you so you could reach your goals.

Based on the use of emotions, the equicoaching help you to improuve your relationship with others, but also, your relationship with yourself. The horse, being your reflection during this activity, helps you work in peace and without the fear of judgment.

Horses: mirror to the emotions
Personal development session with the assistance of coach and horses. Each session helps you open your mind to new horizons creating a privileged relationship with the horse.

A friendly atmosphere invites each participant to let go his defense mechanism. In the meadow with the horse or debriefing around a cup of coffee, your coach will accompany you through this voyage. Safety and kindness are key in this coaching experience that is open to everyone.

A guided experience
During this experience, you are guided by Johanna, an experienced equicoach. Away from all judgment, this activity makes you understand your attitude and the one of others without filter. The equicoach, acts like a moderator, advices you and guides you through this discovery.

Activities for everyone

At the domain or in its surroundings, you will find the perfect activites for your stay. The domain and the region have many activities to offer. Whether your are interested in nature, sport, culture or the city, a large range of acitivities is waiting for you. This way, your stay will be full of surprises and discoveries that will make it unforgettable.

The Dragon trail
«The path of the Dragon» represents the thirteenth «oenorando» of the department and extends over 13 kilometers, crossing the vineyard of SaintGeorge-d’Orques. This vine grower escapade offers you a real diversity of monuments and landscapes.

Vineyards, old stones and scents of Garrigue follow the hiker throughout the trail. The panoramas around the villages, follow one another with stunning view on the sea, the hills of Moure and the hillsides of the coast.

The circuit abounds in monuments. Castles : The castles of Fourques, Engarran, Bishops or the Abbey of Vignogoul and the belt of the Barris give a good place to the vineyards of 15 domains which mark out the route.

Wine tasting
We invite you to discover the vineyard of our neighbors. Located few steps from Domaine de Biar, you will access the Castle of Engarran by a little trail through the vineyards.

Each tour starts with a guided tour of the French gardens. A quiz will be given to each participant. The Engarran wines tasting, well known for their freshness and elegance, takes place in the wine museum, privatized for the occasion. A engraved glass is offered to each participant.

Montpellier city center
Discover Montpellier city center during an afternoon. In this way, with its streets full of secrets, you could learn a lot of this city marked by history.

Created during the Xth century, you can retrace its evolution through its buildings. Indeed, when you look up you can observe Jean Moulin’s appartment or the shells of Saint Jacques de Compostelle by looking down.

On the other hand, the different parts of the town will reveal their universe to you. In an artistic neighbourhood like Saint Roch, as if you were on “Les Champs Elysée” in Foch street ou during a royal walk at the Peyrou, Montpellier shall conquer you.

Villeneuve-les-Maguelone’s beaches
We advice you to discover the beaches of Villeneuve-les-Maguelone. They are part of the most beautiful beaches in the region. Due to their certification label “Le pavillon bleu”, you will find high quality water. Moreover, with its barrier beach going over 9kms, you will discover a large natural heritage.

Furthermore, you can discover the cathedral of Maguelone situated on a peninsula. Surrounded by vineyards and water, it is a view you must not miss. Moreover, this cathedral hosts artists, expositions and other animations all along the year. On foot, by train or bike, these lands will seduce you.

Ecology and sustainable policy

In six years of work, Bertrand Schmitt has awoken the beauty of the Domaine. This renovation had two requirements: respect for the environment, and, the revalorisation of the historical structure. The goal was to return Domaine de Biar to its original splendour.

Today, the domain has instaured a sustainable policy that leads its actions. Indeed, the place is self-sufficient in water, the garden provides for the kitchen, the meadows are cultivated in biological agriculture and more…

Environnement and social commitment

At Domaine de Biar, environmental protection and social commitment are an integral part of the organization of the estate. We encourage the conservation, recycling and rational use of energy. We seek to implement a sustainable development policy with all our partners and also with you who are staying in Biar.

Water “made in Biar”
The Domaine has its own water supply. In fact, water is pumped from a deep underground, filtered and treated. The water is of excellent quality and controlled by certified organizations. Then, used water is treated by a phyto-filtration system, and then, released into the nature.

A “slow food” concept
We propose products from the garden or organic products from local farming. Indeed, some of then come directly from our vegetable garden, chicken coop or orchard. For this reason, La Table de Biar offer you local and authintic cuisine.

Electric transports
When we can, we are using electric vehicles for the needs of the domain. In the same way, we provide electric bikes for the customers and a charging station for electric vehicles.

Sustainable agriculture
The vegetation retains carbon in the biomass and turns it in organic matter. So, the sustainable agricultural practices allow to store the carbon and to fight effectively against the global warming.

«The restoration of lands contributes not only to the fight against global warming, but also to the durability of the agriculture, food safety and to the reduction of poverty.»

Monique Barbut – executive secretary of UNCCD. Moreover, Biar’s breeding renovated and maintains 50 hectares of meadows not ploughed near Montpellier. We use exclusively organic fertilizers.

Societal commitments
Biar takes part in various projects of territory defense, defense of the environment, humanization of the company… The horses of Biar are the actors of the project ‘ La Camargue et des hommes ‘ within the jail of Arles and Tarascon.

On the other hand, Bertrand Schmitt is the president of the Association “Bionne-Mosson” and president of the Association “Amis du Villaret des Brévières”.

Bioconstruction
All of the construction materials used are organic : the insulation is wood wool, cork and lime-hemp, the original exterior carvings are in wood, the mortars and coatings are natural lime, tiles are lime-hemp on glass foam, internal portion walls are made from fermacell, eco-friendly paints…

Heating
The heating and air conditioning systems were rigorously studied to minimise CO2. Our heat pump system uses external air and a circulation circuit of water of low temperature. It runs through the walls, ceilings and floors, and offer both excellent ambient comfort and the best overall return.

Website: www.domainedebiar.com

Rooms: 7

Price: from 220 EUR per night