The Parvis de la Sud de France Arena is the open public square in front of the Sud de France Arena, the large multi-purpose indoor venue in Pérols, a town on the edge of Montpellier. It is less a destination in its own right than the outdoor space that surrounds the arena's entrance, where people gather before and after events.
What the space is for
The square works as a meeting and transit area for visitors attending concerts, sporting events and large shows held at the arena. It is the place where crowds come together on the way in and spread out on the way home, so it tends to be busiest around the times when an event begins or ends.
The arena itself hosts major concerts, shows, sporting events and trade fairs. If you are planning a visit to the square, it makes most sense as part of a trip to something happening inside. Tickets for those events are sold through the arena's own website.
Getting there
The Sud de France Arena sits at Route de la Foire in Pérols, a short distance from the centre of Montpellier. Because the square is tied to the arena's programme, it is worth checking the arena's website for the event you plan to attend before setting out, so you know what to expect on the day.
Is it worth a visit?
For most people the square will be a practical stop rather than a sightseeing highlight. It suits anyone already heading to a concert, match or show at the arena, and visitors who want to see how a large venue handles its arrivals and departures. If you are not attending an event, there is not much here to hold your time, so it is best planned around a specific occasion.