The circular layout of Paulhan is linked to Languedoc town planning around the year 1000. The Circulade features narrow lanes and typical medieval houses.
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History
The historic townscape includes the original part of the Paulhan winegrowers’ cooperative, which is listed as a historic monument. The Notre-Dame-des-Vertus Chapel is classified as a historic monument. It is a Romanesque building from the 10th century that was modified in the Gothic style in the 16th century. Guided and self-guided visits to the chapel are available on request.
The Moulin des Laures is considered a 13th-century crossing point for pilgrims travelling to Valmagne Abbey. The existence of a mill has been documented since the early 12th century; the main building was probably constructed in 1178, when Valmagne Abbey acquired the mill. The Halles de Paulhan were built in 1904 in the Baltard style.
Culture
The annual Foire des Couleurs brings together craftspeople, local producers and visitors in Paulhan. The Alhambra Festi offers three days of free street theatre performances, concerts, circus, games and storytelling events in Paulhan. At Mam’Zelle Zabeth’s workshop, the Atelier Brin d’Art showcases playful and colourful ceramic creations.
Cycling
Route no. 18, “Paulhan and the banks of the Hérault”, is a 14-kilometre, very easy mountain-biking circuit. It runs through the wine-growing plain between Paulhan and Usclas d’Hérault. The banks of the Hérault River and its mills are a scenic highlight of the route. The circuit starts at the City Stade on Rue des Clairettes in Paulhan.
