cruising route Castelnaudary / Trèbes / Homps

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Castelnaudary - Trèbes - Homps - 80 Km - 44 Locks - 19 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)

From Castelnaudary to Castelnaudary, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation

Stopover : Castelnaudary

Castelnaudary

This town, widely known for its Cassoulet, also features a number of interesting historical monuments, such as the Collegiate Church of Saint-Michel, the Moulin (windmill) de Curagel, or even the 13th century Chapel of Notre Dame de Pitié.

Cybelle Island

Let yourself be tempted by this island, moor up discreetly and watch the animals, ducks and migratory birds, in their natural environment.

the Cassoulet of Castelnaudary

Ecluses de Saint-Roch

This series of four locks, built in 1678 at the exit of Castelnaudary heading toward Carcassonne, allows barges to overcome a 10-meter elevation difference. Nearby, two mills and a flour mill were constructed in 1680, adding a historical and industrial dimension to this remarkable site.

From Castelnaudary to Villepinte, 12 km, 14 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation

Stopover : Castelnaudary > Villepinte

Villepinte

The 12th century Romanesque chapel of Notre-Dame de la Romenguière.

Castelnaudary

the locks scale of Saint-Roch

This ladder of locks, near to Castelnaudary, was constructed in 1678. It was electrified by the Germans during the Second World War.

Eglise de Villepinte

The church was built around an old Romanesque chapel, of which only remnants now remain within the new structure. The original construction, along with subsequent renovation work, was carried out in stages, with the most recent significant modification dating back to 1991.

Cybelle Island

Let yourself be tempted by this island, moor up discreetly and watch the animals, ducks and migratory birds, in their natural environment.

the Cassoulet of Castelnaudary

Echelle du Vivier

The Vivier Lock is a staircase of three locks. Built around 1674, it is located 68.7 km from Toulouse, at an altitude of 154 meters. The neighboring locks are the Guillermin Lock to the east and the Gay Lock to the west.

Ecluses de Saint-Roch

From Villepinte to Villesèquelande, 14 km, 4 Lock(s), 2.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Villepinte > Bram > Bram > Villesèquelande

Villepinte

The 12th century Romanesque chapel of Notre-Dame de la Romenguière.

Bram

Bram, the circular town with its 13th century church. At the House of Archaeology you can discover the ancient past of this city.

Eglise de Villepinte

Parc des Essars

The Parc des Essars is an ideal place for a stroll. At the heart of the park is an exhibition centre dedicated entirely to the visual arts and culture.

Aqueduc de Rebenty

Cross over the Rebenty stream, originally built in 1687, to prevent the stream's waters from mixing with those of the canal. Composed of four arches, this aqueduct was accompanied by a gatehouse that has now been completely destroyed.

Echelle du Vivier

From Villesèquelande to Carcassonne, 13 km, 5 Lock(s), 2.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Villesèquelande > Carcassonne

Carcassonne

The medieval city of Carcassonne has had two designations as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. Dating back to the Roman Empire, this fortified city later became a garrison town.

La Bastide Saint-Louis

La Bastide Saint-Louis is at the heart of the city. It embodies the warm, friendly spirit of Carcassonne and is home to many shops, restaurants, squares, and parks.

The Medieval City

Just a 10-minute walk from the Bastide is the famous Medieval City, open free of charge 24/7. Guided tours, both day and night, are offered to uncover the secrets and history of the City.

the Côtes de Malepère

the Artichauts à la Carcassonnaise

From Carcassonne to Trèbes, 14 km, 7 Lock(s), 3.3 h of navigation

Stopover : Carcassonne > Trèbes

Trèbes

The old village, with its narrow streets, was built around the Church of Saint-Etienne. The latter houses the "Treasures of Trèbes": 320 oak corbels which support the structural beams, each featuring a painted figure: men, women, animals…

Carcassonne

The medieval city of Carcassonne has had two designations as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. Dating back to the Roman Empire, this fortified city later became a garrison town.

La Bastide Saint-Louis

La Bastide Saint-Louis is at the heart of the city. It embodies the warm, friendly spirit of Carcassonne and is home to many shops, restaurants, squares, and parks.

The Medieval City

Just a 10-minute walk from the Bastide is the famous Medieval City, open free of charge 24/7. Guided tours, both day and night, are offered to uncover the secrets and history of the City.

the Côtes de Malepère

the Artichauts à la Carcassonnaise

From Trèbes to Puichéric, 17 km, 11 Lock(s), 4.5 h of navigation

Stopover : Trèbes > Marseillette > Puichéric

Marseillette

Wedged between the Minervois and Corbières vineyards, today this town is known for producing the most rice in the region; the rice fields can be seen from the lagoon.

Trèbes

The rice field

The Saint-Gabriel estate, which has focused primarily on winegrowing since 1925, stands out for its 70 hectares of rice-growing. The estate recently launched Orizginale, a gluten-free, organic craft beer made from rice grown on the estate.

the Minervois

the Corbières

From Puichéric to Homps, 10 km, 3 Lock(s), 1.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Puichéric > Homps

Homps

A small village known for its harbor and pleasant recreational lake, Lac de Jouarres. Don’t forget to stop by the Maison des Vins du Minervois at the port, which offers a selection of the best wines. The famous blue footbridge leading to Lac de Jouarres is worth a visit.