Vivre sans voiture à Toulouse (31) ou Montpellier (34)?
by Alexp70
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Sans voitures et vivre grâce au vélo, transports en communs et la force des jambes?
La "mieux" pour les jeunes et celle qui a le meilleur climat!😎
Merci.
Dans Toulouse, il est très facile de se déplacer : bus, métro, vélib, à pied, la ville est bien quadrillée, elle est jolie, agréable à vivre à la belle saison. Elle fourmille de jeunes, le centre est sympa . Toulouse est à 1h30 de la montagne, à 2 h des plages. Le climat ? chaud l'été, humide l'hiver, que dire d'original ? rien.
Je ne réponds pas sur Montpellier que je ne connais pas.
Carpe diem
Pepita
Bonjour,
Si on veut passer sa vie en ville, Toulouse et Montpellier sont faisable en vélo, quotidiennement.
Mais il fait plus froid à Toulouse en hiver.
Ayant vécu dans les 2 villes, ma préférence va à Montpellier: transports en communs plus efficaces, centre ville plus grand que celui de Toulouse, dynamisme intellectuel et économique plus évident à Montpellier (Musées, Activités ludiques, facs et centre de recherches).
Si on veut sortir de ces deux villes, il faut reconnaître qu'il faut autre chose que les transports en communs (sauf si on le temps de tout faire, mer ou montagne, avec des attentes longues...). Le vélo pour aller à la mer depuis Montpellier...si on a le temps, et si on est courageux. Sinon le bus, mais galère pour faire ça dans la journée. Le vélo pour aller en montagne depuis Toulouse...si on fait sa prière avant et si on a des WE de 4 jours. Sinon le train, mais galère pour faire ça dans la journée.
Finalement: si on veut être écolo du bout des doigts dans ces deux villes, on reste en ville, avec son vélo, ou on a une voiture électrique pour en sortir. Reste une petite préférence pour Montpellier en matière d'écologie...( de gros centre de recherches en agriculture à Montpellier, un Zoo gratuit et super vert, une serre tropicale, ...).
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Si on veut sortir de ces deux villes, il faut reconnaître qu'il faut autre chose que les transports en communs (sauf si on le temps de tout faire, mer ou montagne, avec des attentes longues...). Le vélo pour aller à la mer depuis Montpellier...si on a le temps, et si on est courageux. Sinon le bus, mais galère pour faire ça dans la journée. Le vélo pour aller en montagne depuis Toulouse...si on fait sa prière avant et si on a des WE de 4 jours. Sinon le train, mais galère pour faire ça dans la journée.
Finalement: si on veut être écolo du bout des doigts dans ces deux villes, on reste en ville, avec son vélo, ou on a une voiture électrique pour en sortir. Reste une petite préférence pour Montpellier en matière d'écologie...( de gros centre de recherches en agriculture à Montpellier, un Zoo gratuit et super vert, une serre tropicale, ...).
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dynamisme intellectuel et économique plus évident à Montpellier (Musées, Activités ludiques, facs et centre de recherches).
Euh... je ne crois pas là. Il y a quand même une tripotée de grandes écoles à Toulouse, dont l'INSA, l'ENAC, etc... C'est la 2ème ville étudiante de France et probablement la mieux placée concernant l'aérospatiale et certains domaines scientifiques. Il y a aussi beaucoup de musées à Toulouse, et un superbe centre-ville. Les transports en commun ne sont pas parfaits, mais avec 2 lignes de métro, bientôt 2 lignes de tramway, plus les bus et VélôToulouse, c'est pas mal du tout. Le climat est très bon mais ça c'est quelque chose de très subjectif. Bref, ce n'est pas pour rien que Toulouse est, malheureusement, la ville qui attire le plus grand nombre de personnes dans le pays... devant Montpellier justement.
Euh... je ne crois pas là. Il y a quand même une tripotée de grandes écoles à Toulouse, dont l'INSA, l'ENAC, etc... C'est la 2ème ville étudiante de France et probablement la mieux placée concernant l'aérospatiale et certains domaines scientifiques. Il y a aussi beaucoup de musées à Toulouse, et un superbe centre-ville. Les transports en commun ne sont pas parfaits, mais avec 2 lignes de métro, bientôt 2 lignes de tramway, plus les bus et VélôToulouse, c'est pas mal du tout. Le climat est très bon mais ça c'est quelque chose de très subjectif. Bref, ce n'est pas pour rien que Toulouse est, malheureusement, la ville qui attire le plus grand nombre de personnes dans le pays... devant Montpellier justement.
désolé de froisser un inconditionnel apparent de Toulouse.....
mais force est de reconnaître que Toulouse n'est plus la ville phare du Sud Ouest, détrônée maintenant par Bordeaux, l'ancienne citée endormie d'Aquitaine.
On circule très mal à Toulouse. Rien n'est fait pour les vélos.
Quant aux Musées, ils sont vieillots.
ET puis, l'argument 2ème ville universitaire ne veut rien dire : 2ème ville en quoi ? En quantité ? Et alors, ça prouve qu'il y fait bon vivre ?
En qualité ?....Je ne dirai rien.
Si l'équivalence quantité = bonheur de vivre était vérifiée, alors le bonheur serait à Paris, ou à Mexico.
Bref: Je ne déteste pas Toulouse évidemment, c'est la ville de ma famille, en plus.
Mais elle vieillit, elle n'a même pas le TGV, elle a des usines qui explosent en plein centre (j'étais sur la rocade ce jour là...), et elle est loin de tout.
Le centre est petit, quand on sort à Toulouse on est quasiment certain de rencontrer ses voisins ou ses collègues de boulot.
Navré de dire cela, mais je le fais un peu exprès pour taquiner un amoureux aveugle de la ville prétendue...rose (alors que toutes les villes de la région sont roses, elles aussi: de Lavaur à Villefanche en passant par Albi).
Vive Nougaro quand même, et le Stade Toulousain !
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Je ne vais pas rentrer dans une ridicule bataille de clochers, donc je n'en dirai pas plus. 🤪
Je suis de Bordeaux.
On m'a toujours dit que Toulouse était l'opposé de Bordeaux, avec des espaces verts, l'ambiance et tout le reste...
Ben, je préfère Bordeaux. J'avoue que les bords de Garonne sont charmants, que certains coins le sont aussi. Mais je ne pourrai pas y vivre. L'impression des Toulousains que j'ai eue, c'est qu'on peut très facilement les aborder, ils sont avenants mais ça reste très en surface. Disons que tu es très pote avec tout le monde le temps d'une soirée, et si tu les recroises quelques jours après, ils ne te connaissent plus (ça reste une impression, mais elle est flagrante quand on compare avec le nord de la France, où c'est le contraire: une approche difficile, mais une fois que ça colle, ça reste).
Je n'ai entendu que du bien de Montpellier... mais jamais vu.
Ben, je préfère Bordeaux. J'avoue que les bords de Garonne sont charmants, que certains coins le sont aussi. Mais je ne pourrai pas y vivre. L'impression des Toulousains que j'ai eue, c'est qu'on peut très facilement les aborder, ils sont avenants mais ça reste très en surface. Disons que tu es très pote avec tout le monde le temps d'une soirée, et si tu les recroises quelques jours après, ils ne te connaissent plus (ça reste une impression, mais elle est flagrante quand on compare avec le nord de la France, où c'est le contraire: une approche difficile, mais une fois que ça colle, ça reste).
Je n'ai entendu que du bien de Montpellier... mais jamais vu.
Esprit de clocher ?
Ce sont souvent ceux qui l'ont qui l'évoquent les premiers....
Je me suis contenté de répondre à un abonné qui voulait des infos sur Toulouse et Montpellier.
Évidemment, les inconditionnels de ceci ou cela (religion, clocher, parti, nation, etc....) seront toujours blessés par des regards critiques sur leur passion.
Je viens de Toulouse, mais on peut la critiquer, comme j'ai émis de réserves sur Montpellier.
Notre camarade voulait savoir s'il était possible de vivre avec son seul vélo à Toulouse ou à Montpellier: je ne peux pas dire autre chose que cela me semble difficile, surtout à Toulouse.
Quant à l'argument suivant:
ce n'est pas pour rien que Toulouse est, malheureusement, la ville qui attire le plus grand nombre de personnes dans le pays... devant Montpellier justement.
Il ne prouve pas la qualité de vie à Toulouse !
Il prouve seulement une chose: pendant des décennies, Toulouse était la seule ville du Sud Ouest offrant des emplois aux déserteurs du désert Midi-pyrénéen.
C'est le chômage dans le Sud Ouest qui a gonflé Toulouse, seulement ça.
Ce n'est pas un tableau noir de Toulouse que je dresse (j'aime bien cette ville) mais un tableau que j'estime fondé sur des faits. Sans plus, sans moins.
Et puis, petit détail pour informer les intéressés, Toulouse a cessé d'attirer alors que c'est ce que fait Montpellier (il suffit de regarder le prix de l'immobilier à MTP).
Je regrette de le dire, mais l'avenir me semble assez sombre pour Toulouse, au moment où Bordeaux s'affirme (pour ne parler que du Sud Ouest).
Quant à Montpellier, elle attire du monde malgré un taux de chômage assez important, ce qui veut dire que les gens ne s'y installent pas pour le boulot mais pour le plaisir de vivre dans cette ville (ou cette région). Je crois que la politique de Frêche (malgré les frasques du personnage) y est pour beaucoup.
Et puis, Montpellier ne sera jamais le centre d'hébergement de tous les chômeurs du coin (comme Toulouse) pour une raison simple: il y a plein de villes autour d'elle (Nimes, Béziers, Sète, Marseille, etc....).
Voila ce qui exlique la population nombreuse de Toulouse et la taille modérée de Montpellier.
Toulouse s'est endormie pendant des décennies sur l'illusion d'une population nombreuse qu'elle croyait liée à la qualité de sa vie : ce fut une erreur. Pendant toute cette période, les dirigeants de cette ville ont oublié de développer les transports en commun, oublié de demander le TGV (Montpellier est à 3 h de Paris...), oublié de développer un environnement vert à Toulouse, oublié de sortir du tout aéronautique.
Les projets de dévelopement dans le médical, c'est bien, mais c'est un peu tard...
Toulouse est surpeuplée, la fac du Mirail (au coeur d'un quartier qui n'a rien du quartier latin...on ne peut pas le nier !) est une misère, et le vélo une pratique dangereuse.
Le quartier piéton de Toulouse est pauvre comparé à celui de Montpellier.
Et puis, quand on a des enfants, il y a plus de possibilités pour eux à Montpellier (ou ses alentours) qu' à Toulouse.
Je n'insiste pas car je vais passer pour un maniaque anti-toulouse (ce que je ne suis pas, car mes critiques sont plutôt le fruit d'un désir de redressement de cette ville).
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Je ne connais pas Toulouse, mais, en revanche, je connais très bien Montpellier. Vivre en vélo sur Montpellier, c'est possible. Les transports en commun sont très développés, avec 2 lignes de Tram (bientôt une troisième pour aller à la mer !). L'aéroport hébergeant des lowcost n'est qu'à quelques kilomètres du centre ville. La gare SNCF, en centre ville, permet de se rendre à Paris en 3h, à Lyon en moins de 2h. Pour aller à la mer, un système combiné car / vélo existe. La TCRA (transports de l'agglo) a en effet mis en place un bus qui va jusqu'à villeneuve de Maguelone ; et, de là, la TCRA vous prete un vélo gratuitement afin de rejoindre par la piste cyclable la mer. Service d'autant plus pratique que les vélos permettent de s'éloigner de la zone à grande affluence. Autrement, avec son propre vélo, la mer n'est qu'à une quizaine de kilomètres (largement faisable dans l'aprés midi !), et de magnifiques pistes cyclabes permettent de s'y rendre (Palavas, Carnon, La grande Motte). En train, il faut 15 minutes jusqu'à Sète, une trentaine jusqu'au cap d'Adge. L'arrère pays est plutôt sympathique, avec des petits villages et des petites bosses à faire. Pour les plus courageux, le Mont Aigoual est bien raide. A l'intérieur même de la ville, l'aménagement cycliste commence à prendre forme. Le système de location de vélos en libre service existe, bien que moins développé qu'à Lyon ou Paris.
La seconde ville étudiante n'est surement pas Toulouse ! C'est Lyon, avec près de 100 000 étudiants. Concernant le dynamisme intellectuel, nul doute qu'il est trés présent à Montpellier. C'est une ville qui attire beaucoup, trop même ; on construit n'importe ou, la ville sétends à n'en plus finir. C'est la ville, qui, aujourd'hui, connait la plus grande extension.
Même si je prefère Lyon pour sa proximité avec les Alpes (vive les journées au ski), Montpellier est une trés belle ville grâce également à son climat (trés doux l'hiver - idéal pour les frileux; trés chaud l'été par contre - un chauchemar pour ceux qui ne supportent pas la chaleur. Ne pensez pas faire des économies d'énergie car ce que vous gagnez en chauffage l'hiver passe en climatisation l'été).
Même si je prefère Lyon pour sa proximité avec les Alpes (vive les journées au ski), Montpellier est une trés belle ville grâce également à son climat (trés doux l'hiver - idéal pour les frileux; trés chaud l'été par contre - un chauchemar pour ceux qui ne supportent pas la chaleur. Ne pensez pas faire des économies d'énergie car ce que vous gagnez en chauffage l'hiver passe en climatisation l'été).
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About my background: • I earned a *Bac Pro* through VAE (*Validation des Acquis de l’Expérience*), issued by the *Éducation nationale*. • I also have a professional certification as a *Conseiller en Insertion* (Employment Counselor), issued by the Ministry of Labor. • Altogether, this adds up to a *Bac+2* level.
I’d like to know if this level qualifies me to apply for the DV Lottery.
Regarding my work experience: • I work as an *Employment Counselor*. • I checked on O*Net Online for the classification: Job Zone 4, SVP Range: 7.0 – <8.0. • I only have one year of experience, but I handle similar tasks in business creation.
So my question is: can I apply for the DV Lottery despite my relatively short experience, given that my job falls under Job Zone 4?
Thanks in advance for your answers and advice! !
I’d like to get some information about my eligibility for the DV Lottery.
About my background: • I earned a *Bac Pro* through VAE (*Validation des Acquis de l’Expérience*), issued by the *Éducation nationale*. • I also have a professional certification as a *Conseiller en Insertion* (Employment Counselor), issued by the Ministry of Labor. • Altogether, this adds up to a *Bac+2* level.
I’d like to know if this level qualifies me to apply for the DV Lottery.
Regarding my work experience: • I work as an *Employment Counselor*. • I checked on O*Net Online for the classification: Job Zone 4, SVP Range: 7.0 – <8.0. • I only have one year of experience, but I handle similar tasks in business creation.
So my question is: can I apply for the DV Lottery despite my relatively short experience, given that my job falls under Job Zone 4?
Thanks in advance for your answers and advice! !
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for info on villages around Aix, like Fuveau, Bouc-Bel-Air, or even Éguilles and Venelles? We’re a couple with a child living in the Paris region, and I’ll be relocating to Aix-en-Provence in spring 2026. We’d love to swap our apartment for a house with a pool within 20-30 minutes max of central Aix, with a budget of around 650k €.
In terms of climate and geography, I’ve read that Aix is in a basin where it can get really hot. What about the surrounding villages that are a bit more elevated, like Venelles? Is it just as stifling?
For a family, which area would you recommend?
Thanks in advance for your replies!
I’m looking for info on villages around Aix, like Fuveau, Bouc-Bel-Air, or even Éguilles and Venelles? We’re a couple with a child living in the Paris region, and I’ll be relocating to Aix-en-Provence in spring 2026. We’d love to swap our apartment for a house with a pool within 20-30 minutes max of central Aix, with a budget of around 650k €.
In terms of climate and geography, I’ve read that Aix is in a basin where it can get really hot. What about the surrounding villages that are a bit more elevated, like Venelles? Is it just as stifling?
For a family, which area would you recommend?
Thanks in advance for your replies!
Starting this spring, we want to settle near Aix-en-Provence. We're tired of living in the mountains with all the snow—we really need some sunshine and a fresh start. Is it hard to find a house to rent there? What about prices? If you have any great tips or useful info about the area, we’d love to hear it. I work in education and want to do prevention work in Marseille or Aix—are there jobs in the social sector?
Anyway, we need tons of info, but we’re sure we’re going to take the leap—no hesitation, adventure is adventure!!! Thanks for your help and any experiences you can share.
Anyway, we need tons of info, but we’re sure we’re going to take the leap—no hesitation, adventure is adventure!!! Thanks for your help and any experiences you can share.
Hi,
I’m an osteopath and I’d like to set up and open an osteopathy practice in Thailand. I don’t have a precise location in mind yet, but I’m thinking maybe Hua Hin. I saw there’s an osteopath based in Phuket, so I wrote to him for some info, but he still hasn’t replied🤪!
So I’m reaching out to people who live there or know the country well: I’d like to know what the best ways are to advertise and get known in Thailand. Are there any local classifieds newspapers? First, I’d like to practice from my apartment. Is that allowed in Thailand? Ideally, I’d like to work part-time in a private hospital as an osteopath. I’m thinking that in Thailand, the medical field is much more open than in Europe!!! Has anyone seen an osteopath or chiropractor working in a Thai hospital? Do you know the price of a consultation?
Any info you can share will be super helpful! Thanks in advance[;)!!!]
I’m an osteopath and I’d like to set up and open an osteopathy practice in Thailand. I don’t have a precise location in mind yet, but I’m thinking maybe Hua Hin. I saw there’s an osteopath based in Phuket, so I wrote to him for some info, but he still hasn’t replied🤪!
So I’m reaching out to people who live there or know the country well: I’d like to know what the best ways are to advertise and get known in Thailand. Are there any local classifieds newspapers? First, I’d like to practice from my apartment. Is that allowed in Thailand? Ideally, I’d like to work part-time in a private hospital as an osteopath. I’m thinking that in Thailand, the medical field is much more open than in Europe!!! Has anyone seen an osteopath or chiropractor working in a Thai hospital? Do you know the price of a consultation?
Any info you can share will be super helpful! Thanks in advance[;)!!!]
Hello everyone,
We’re a small family from the south of France, with a 2-year-old little boy, and we’re dreaming of starting a new adventure abroad by opening our own business. For now, we haven’t chosen a specific destination yet.
We mainly speak French, with a basic level of Spanish and English, and we’re ready to improve these two languages if needed. We’re looking for a multicultural, safe country with quality healthcare and good schools accessible for our son. We’d also love a pleasant place with a mild climate where life is good.
Our idea is to travel to different countries to explore, compare, and refine our project. We’d be really happy to read your tips, experiences, or anecdotes if you’ve already undertaken a similar project or if you know key points to anticipate.
Thanks in advance for your shares and help—it would really help us move forward with our project! 😄
Hi everyone,
I’m heading to Dublin as an au pair in a few weeks.
I’m looking for a reputable language school. It’s so hard to choose! Has anyone already done a language stay in Dublin? Any tips? Thanks so much! :)
Hi everyone, so I’m planning to go study at a community college in the U.S., but the only snag is which one—there are so many options over there! I’ve heard about one in California, Diablo Valley College, and another in Florida, Valencia College. I know both states are super attractive for tourism, but my main criteria are teaching quality and price. I’m open to any advice, comments, or suggestions—thanks in advance! The start of the semester is coming up, and I’m a little nervous...
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Hi,
Has anyone gone on a language study trip in Europe? If so, which agencies did you use? What can you tell me about it? Thanks a lot! Kelkune
Has anyone gone on a language study trip in Europe? If so, which agencies did you use? What can you tell me about it? Thanks a lot! Kelkune
Hi! I’m looking for an apartment in Malaga from September (2025) until January for my Erasmus exchange, but I’m not finding much, and it seems like there are a lot of scams. Does anyone have any leads or tips? Thanks!^^





