Named in honour of Saint Thibéry in the 9th Century by the Benedictines, the village dates back to Roman times, when it was called Cessero, which gives its name to the local wine. The present abbey and church date from the 14th Century. A Roman day takes place in August with Gladiators, Son et Lumière and and a banquet in the market square for over 300 people! Large shops and the renowned open air Saturday market can be found at nearby Pezenas, a town noted for it's Moliére Theatre, art galleries and many cultural festivals throughout the year. Saint Thibéry is less than 20 minutes drive from bustling Bèziers with its famous Friday flower market, boutiques, bars, restaurants and theatre. Forty minutes in the opposite direction is Montpellier, offering all the excitement of a thriving metropolis. The long sandy beaches of the Mediterranean are only 15 kilometres away.