A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bavaria vs. Languedoc-Roussillon for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bavaria or Languedoc-Roussillon?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bavaria or Languedoc-Roussillon, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Bavaria or Languedoc-Roussillon?

Bavaria

When someone says "Germany" you probably picture Lederhosen, sausages and beer. What you're actually picturing with that scene is the southern state of Bavaria. This region is like a scene from Hansel and Gretel – with stunning scenery and castles everywhere you look.

The largest federal state in Germany is home to approximately 12 and a half million people – all proud to be Bavarian. You'll find that many of the features of the Bavarian culture differ greatly from those in the rest of Germany. They know their roots and love their traditions, and they're always ready to share them with visitors.

With history, food, wine and plenty of kid-friendly activities, this is one area of the world where there really is something for everyone.

Languedoc-Roussillon

Languedoc-Roussillon (often called "the Languedoc") is a historical coastal region in southern France, extending from Provence to the Pyrenees Mountains and the border with Spain. It is a former administrative region of France. Since 1 January 2016, it is part of the new region Occitanie. The area is a major wine producer, with Vin de Pays d'Oc and sparkling Cremant de Limoux among its best-known varieties. The regional capital, Montpellier, is home to a well-preserved medieval quarter. It comprises five departments, and borders the other French regions of Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, Rhone-Alpes, Auvergne, Midi-Pyrenees on the one side, and Spain, Andorra and the Mediterranean Sea on the other side. It is the southernmost region of mainland France. The fertile coastal plain is given over to agriculture, vineyards and - particularly in Roussillon - fruit and vegetables. Languedoc is one of France's major wine-growing areas. The coast of Languedoc is characterized by long sandy beaches, often with plenty of space, and a modern tourist infrastructure, with twentieth-century resorts such as Cap d'Agde, Palavas, or Narbonne Plage.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Germany, The Best Walking Tours in Germany, The Best River Cruises in France, and The Best Bicycle Tours in France.


Which place is cheaper, Languedoc-Roussillon or Bavaria?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Bavaria is €151, while the average daily cost in Languedoc-Roussillon is €101. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Bavaria and Languedoc-Roussillon in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bavaria 83
    Languedoc-Roussillon 52
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bavaria 166
    Languedoc-Roussillon 104
Compare Hotels in Bavaria and Languedoc-Roussillon

Looking for a hotel in Bavaria or Languedoc-Roussillon? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Bavaria


Hotels in Languedoc-Roussillon


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bavaria 20
    Languedoc-Roussillon 16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bavaria

Also for Bavaria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Nuremberg to Prague with Beer Museum : $246
  • Arrival Private Transfer from Munich Airport MUC to Munich in Luxury Car: $249
  • Arrival Transfer Munich Train Station to Munich by Luxury Car: $74
  • Arrival Transfer Munich Train Station to Munich by Luxury Van: $65
  • Arrival Transfer from Munich Train Station to Munich by Sedan: $60
  • Departure Private Transfer: Munich City to Munich Airport MUC in Luxury Car: $250
  • From Munich Airport to Nuremberg - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $193
  • From Munich Airport to Salzburg - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $208
  • Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Innsbruck Airport -Departure Transfer: $38
  • Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Munich Airport (MUC)-Departure Transfer: $71
  • Guided Nymphenburg Palace Tour with Transfers & skip the line.: $235
  • Mercedes Benz V-Class Airport Transfers: $158

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Languedoc-Roussillon

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Languedoc-Roussillon:

  • Transfer by high-end Mercedes minibus Nimes 7 passengers: $203
  • Arles to Marseille Airport (MRS) - Departure Private Transfer: $117
  • Montpellier Private Transfer from Montpellier city centre to Montpellier Airport: $74
  • Transfer Montpellier Airport and Beziers Airport: $49

Is it cheaper to fly into Bavaria or Languedoc-Roussillon?

Prices for flights to both Languedoc-Roussillon and Bavaria change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Bavaria 36
    Languedoc-Roussillon 33

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bavaria

For Bavaria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Private Salzburg History & Food Tour with Munich train add-on: $55
  • Original Munich Christmas Market Food Tour - all tastings included: $136
  • Lunch Like a Local: Munich's ORIGINAL Viktualienmarkt Food Tour: $141
  • Private Full Day Bavarian Beer and Food Tour in Munich: $209
  • Private - Viktualienmarkt Food Tour and Beyond - best Munich tastings: $229
  • Munich Food Tour & Food Market with German Delicacies: $265
  • Salzburg Semi-Private Guided Day Tour from Munich with Dinner : $273

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Languedoc-Roussillon

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Languedoc-Roussillon.

  • Montpellier Food Tour: $93
  • Private cooking class with specialized chefs Montpellier: $108

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bavaria 26
    Languedoc-Roussillon 13

Tours and Activities in Bavaria

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bavaria.

  • Free Walking Tour Nuremberg: $3.28
  • Nuremberg Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $4.92
  • The Story of Jakob Fugger: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Medieval Augsburg: $5.00
  • WÜrzburg Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
  • Rothenburg Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
  • Nuremberg through the Centuries: A Historical Audio Tour: $6.99
  • Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour in Würzburg: $7.63
  • German Wine Self-Guided Tour in Munich's Old Town Wine Bars: $11
  • Guided Walking Tour of Munich Old Town with Beer Garden Visit: $11
  • City tour through Nuremberg with the little train - Christmas tour: $11
  • Würzburg Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
  • Rothenburg Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11

Tours and Activities in Languedoc-Roussillon

Here are a few actual costs in Languedoc-Roussillon for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • A Self-Guided Tour of Carcassonne’s Ancient Basilica: $20
  • Arles: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour: $201
  • Best of Cathar Country: Full-Day Private Tour.: $207
  • Carcassonne 's Medieval Walls: A Self-Guided Tour: $20
  • Carcassonne: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour : $201
  • Cité de Carcassonne Guided Walking tour. Private tour.: $169
  • CityTour and Photo Portraits Souvenirs in Montpellier: $38
  • Complete Private Tour City and Castle of Carcassonne: $109
  • Costumed guided tour of the City of Carcassonne (on foot): $191
  • Guided tour of the City of Carcassonne (on foot): $174
  • Guided tour of the care of Carcassonne: $174
  • Half Day Private Guided Tour of Arles: $202

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bavaria 23
    Languedoc-Roussillon 12

Sample the Local Flavors in Bavaria

Also in Bavaria, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Private mulled wine tour in Würzburg: $55
  • Romantic Road Day Trip from Würzburg to Rothenburg/Tauber incl. Wine tasting : $97
  • Garmisch Historical Pub Crawl: $141
  • The ORIGINAL Munich Christmas Market Festive Wine Tour -with food: $141
  • Private Wine Tasting Tour in Munich with a Wine Expert: $294

Sample the Local Flavors in Languedoc-Roussillon

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Languedoc-Roussillon:

  • Guided tour of Lavender Distillery between Provence & Camargue: $6.32
  • Ambushes and wine tasting: $22
  • Private Visit of Château l'Hospitalet with Wine Tasting: $27
  • Sean's Wine Tasting Events: $49
  • Côte de Boeuf Party and Wine Tasting: $69
  • Small-Group Half-Day Châteaux of Montpellier Wine Tour: $84
  • Small-Group Half-Day Languedoc Pic Saint-Loup Wine Tour from Montpellier: $84
  • Wine tour in Pic Saint-Loup area: $142
  • Lagrasse Wine Tasting Tour: $273


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bavaria and Languedoc-Roussillon, we can see that Bavaria is more expensive. And not only is Languedoc-Roussillon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Languedoc-Roussillon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Languedoc-Roussillon and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Bavaria would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bavaria than you might in Languedoc-Roussillon.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bavaria Expensive? and Is Languedoc-Roussillon Expensive?.


Which has a larger population, Bavaria or Languedoc-Roussillon?

Bavaria has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Languedoc-Roussillon. When comparing the sizes of Bavaria and Languedoc-Roussillon, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

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