One moment you’re walking along a dry southern French verge, and a little later you’re standing at a traffic light between residential streets. That’s how this day goes: the countryside gradually gives way to the city.
It’s a short, flat stage. You’ll hardly notice the few metres of climbing. You do spend a lot of time on tarmac and beside busy roads, though, so keep a close eye on the waymarks. In about three hours you’ll be in Montpellier, with the afternoon to yourself. Stroll through the old town and sit down at a café terrace. Take it easy and save your energy for the city itself.