The River cruise with a touch of passion

Savour the tastes of the "Midi" and explore this region steeped in history on France's most renowned canal.

The canal du Midi was born with the idea of linking the Atlantic to the Mediterrannean see. Pierre Paul Riquet is the creator.

The  canal du Midi is listed as world heritage.

Colombiers

Charming little village, Colombiers is situated in the big forebay ending with an exceptional work: the magnificient scale of seven locks of Fonserannes. Guaranteed show! Discover the Oppidum d'Enserune, gallo roman place and the tunnel of Malpas.

Béziers

After passing through the Locks of Fonserannes, pass the Canal Bridge to reach the marina from Béziers. Town rich in history : visit the Cathedral Saint Nazaire which dominate the city, the Church St Aphrodise, the Museum of Fine Arts,the Museum du Bitterois.

Narbonne

After passing the lock of Narbonne, you will pass under the Bridge of the Marchands, the only one in France who support houses. To be visit absolutely: the magnifient palace of the Archevêques and its museum of Art and History. The never finished cathedral Saint- Just and the basilica Saint- Paul-Serge are very toursitic attractions.

Le Somail

You can't miss this stop for its culture and sight-seeing. Visit the amazing hat museum and the largest ancient book library in France..

Homps

Ancient commercial port where were loaded Minervois and Corbières wine barrels in direction of Bordeaux. Many producers will welcome you with pleasure in their vineyards. Many courses are organized in the vineyards.

Carcassonne

Have a good time when you visit the fortified town which was restored by Viollet- Le- Duc. During your walk in the narrow streets, you will discover stalls with medieval banners. In summer time, the city is animated by many festivals.

Castelnaudary

Have a walk in the shade of the plane trees and visit this very touristic city : The Mill of Cugarel, the Collegiate St Michel … Do not leave without tasting its famous Cassoulet .

Etang de Thau

Important shellfish growing area. You'll be welcome in its little ports for a shelfish tasting with a glass of  « Picpoul ».

Carnon

Lively seaside town, Carnon, due to its marina and its beaches, has combined the sea attraction and the traditions of the small Camargue, with its exceptional fauna and flora.

Pause for a swimm : between Carnon and Palavas, two beautiful beaches protected by dunes : "le Grand Travers" and "le Petit Travers".

Cruises Ideas

	Km	Hours	Locks	Time	In canal du Midi
	34	4	0	Week-end	COLOMBIERS / LE SOMAIL
	63	13	13	Mini -week	COLOMBIERS / PORT-LA-NOUVELLE
	54	8	7	Mini - week	COLOMBIERS / HOMPS
	95	18	29	Week	COLOMBIERS / CARCASSONNE
	77	15	9	Week	COLOMBIERS /CARNON
	135	20	53	2 weeks	COLOMBIERS / CASTELNAUDARY
	251	55	10	Week	COLOMBIERS / STES MARIES DE LA MER / CARNON

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