Lunel, Administrative commune in Hérault, France
Lunel is a commune in the Hérault region of southern France, situated between the larger cities of Montpellier and Nîmes. The surrounding landscape is characterized by flat terrain suitable for farming and wine production.
The region around Lunel has been inhabited since Roman times, as evidenced by the archaeological site of Ambrussum nearby. During the medieval period, it became a significant center of Jewish scholarship that attracted learned figures from across Europe.
The Jewish community founded a major center of learning during the medieval period, and this intellectual tradition continues to shape the town's identity. Walking through Lunel, you still encounter traces of this heritage in the local memory and gatherings.
The town is well connected by train with regular services to nearby cities in the region. Exploring the wider area by car or bicycle is recommended, as historical sites and agricultural areas are spread across the surrounding landscape.
The surrounding area has been producing Muscat wine for several centuries, a sweet variety carefully tended by local winemakers. This winemaking tradition remains integral to the region's economy and identity, attracting those curious about its viticultural heritage.
Location: Hérault
Location: arrondissement of Montpellier
Location: 吕内勒地区市镇公共社区
Elevation above the sea: 13 m
Shares border with: Aimargues, Gallargues-le-Montueux, Lunel-Viel, Marsillargues, Saint-Just, Saint-Nazaire-de-Pézan, Saturargues, Villetelle
Phone: +33467878300
Email: mairie@ville-lunel.fr
Website: https://lunel.com
GPS coordinates: 43.67694,4.13528
Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:25
Via Domitia
4.7 km
Ambrussum
4.3 km
Pont Ambroix
4.7 km
Château de Teillan
4.9 km
Château de Marsillargues
3.7 km
Pont Boulet
4 km
Château de Lunel-Viel
3.4 km
Hôpital Saint-Jacques
5.9 km
Musée de la Tour des Prisons
271 m
Église Sainte-Agathe de Valergues
6 km
Gaulcem Castle
283 m
Arènes Marcel Guillarmet
3.7 km
Église Saint-Martin de Lansargues
5.7 km
Maison de Philippe-le-Bel
303 m
Église Saint-Martin de Gallargues-le-Montueux
5.7 km
Gallargues-le-Montueux war memorial
5.9 km
Église de la Transfiguration-du-Seigneur de Marsillargues
3.8 km
Musée Médard
185 m
Hôtel de Mourgue
3.9 km
Church Notre-Dame-du-Lac in Lunel
232 m
Église Saint-Saturnin et Sainte-Artimidora d'Aimargues
5.6 km
St. Vincent's church in Lunel-Viel
3.5 km
Église de Saturargues
5.3 km
Saint-Nazaire-de-Pézan war memorial
3.8 km
Église Saint-André-et-du Sacré-Cœur de Vérargues
5.2 km
Lansargues war memorial
5.8 km
Grandstand pipe organ on the Notre-Dame-du-Lac church in Lunel (Hérault, France)
219 m
Vidourle Viaduct
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