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Take the Cap d’Agde Quiz
Take the Cap d’Agde Quiz and see what you really know about this resort in the South of France.
Despite the fact that the holiday resort of Cap d’Agde is one of the most popular in France many foreign tourists have been slow to discover it for themselves. Perhaps this has something to do with mistaken impression many outside of France have about the place. In this article you can take this simple quiz for fun and see what you really know.
Question 1 – What’s the food like at Cap d’Agde?
a) Just boring tourist fare and fast food outlets.
b) Strange French food like snails and frogs legs.
c) A real variety of styles from across the world.
The answer is c). The French can’t be beaten when it comes to food and the food down here in Cap d’Agde is no different. Both in and outside the resort you will find a real range of dishes on offer and most importantly, in the good restaurants the ingredients will be incredibly fresh.
Question 2 – Is there any heritage and culture at Cap d’Agde?
a) No, don’t be silly this is a holiday resort.
b) Yes, the region has a long and diverse history and there’s plenty to learn.
The answer is b). Within Cap d’Agde itself there are a couple of excellent museums with artifacts and history reflecting the areas long and interesting history. Beyond the immediate boundaries of the resort there is a wealth of culture with the capital city of Montpellier being the most obvious place to start.
Question 3 – Is the area in and around Cap d’Agde attractive.
a) No, this purpose built resort is an eyesore and there’s nothing to see nearby.
b) I don’t know I didn’t hire a car or leave the beach.
c) Yes, the resort itself is well constructed and the surrounding countryside is beautiful.
The answer is c). Cap d’Agde is not your normal holiday resort built in the middle of nowhere and lots of high rise hotels. It is sympathetically arranged around its marina. And all around the resort the countryside is filled with nature and wildlife including the world famous Canal du Midi.
So how did you do? I hope you have come to realize that there is more to Cap d'agde then you may have assumed. Certainly something for all and a great way to spend a vacation.