cruising route Colombiers / Bram / Carcassonne
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Colombiers - Bram - Carcassonne
143 Km - 38 Locks
27 h of navigation - 7 Nights (1 week)
From Colombiers to Capestang
12 km, 0 Lock(s), 1.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Colombiers > Capestang
Monument
The oppidum ofEnsérune
Located above the Malpas tunnel, the Oppidum d'Ensérune is an archaeological site where relics of the Greek, Celtic and Roman civilizations were discovered. There are still traces of the human occupation of this site from 800 B.C. through to the Christian era.
River constructions
the Tunnel of Malpas
In fact there are 3 tunnels placed on top of each other: an underground culvert for draining the water from the Montady Lagoon, the SNCF rail tunnel, and at the top the passage of the Canal du Midi. A unique piece of work navigated by barge without a permit.
Monument
Colombiers Castle
The former cellar of Colombiers Castle offers tours and exhibitions dedicated to viticulture.
Monument
The Collegiate Church of Saint Stephen
In perfect Gothic style, the Collegiate Church of Saint Stephen in Capestang was built in the 13th century on the site of an earlier Romanesque church, likely by the same team that constructed the Saint-Just and Saint-Pasteur Cathedral in Narbonne. The building was listed as a historic monument in 1906.
Monument
Colombiers
You'll be charmed by the appeal of its small river port, perfect for a stopover during your cruise on the Canal du Midi. Nearby, the Oppidum of Ensérune rises, known for its archaeological site and museum. Take advantage of this walk to admire the exceptional view of the drained Colombiers-Montady pond.
Monument
Capestang
Charming village nestled in the bends of the Canal du Midi, Capestang experienced prosperous times in the Middle Ages. Today, its heritage bears witness to that history.
Monument
The Archbishops' Castle
Come and discover the summer residence of the Archbishops of Narbonne in Capestang. This castle houses a painted ceiling dating back to the 15th century. You can admire numerous scenes from the era (animals, romantic and religious scenes) on the beams. At the end of the Middle Ages, the castle was a splendid residence that some documents even describe as a palace. The Interpretation Center will provide you with insights into the ceiling and the history of the castle.From Capestang to Le Somail
23 km, 0 Lock(s), 3.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Capestang > Le Somail
Monument
Le Somail
In addition to its Hat-making Museum and its old bridge, Le Somail has 4 structures listed as historical monuments: the former icehouse, the chapel, the old guard building and the former inn.
Monument
La bibliothèque
The bookstore "Le trouve tout du livre" contains over 50,000 books and manuscripts.
River constructions
Le Pont-Canal de Cesse
The Cesse Aqueduct, built from 1689 to 1690 by Vauban and engineer Jean Goudet, is 64 meters long and 14 meters high. It is located at the level of the main reach of the Canal du Midi, which is primarily fed by the Cesse River.From Le Somail to Homps
21 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Le Somail > Argens > Homps
Monument
Le Somail
In addition to its Hat-making Museum and its old bridge, Le Somail has 4 structures listed as historical monuments: the former icehouse, the chapel, the old guard building and the former inn.
River constructions
the Canal Bridge of the Repudre
Throughout the length of the Canal du Midi there are 49 aqueducts, most of them built by Vauban; only the Répudre Aqueduct was completed during the building of the canal, in 1676.
Monument
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.
Monument
La bibliothèque
The bookstore "Le trouve tout du livre" contains over 50,000 books and manuscripts.
Vineyard
The Wine House
At the port of Homps, you will find the Minervois Wine House, which offers a selection of the finest wines and showcases the expertise of winemakers from the Aude region.
Swimming
the pond of Jouarre/Homps
A 100ha lake, situated a few meters from the Canal du Midi, where it is possible to bathe.
Sports and leisure activities
the pond of Jouarre/Homps
A 100ha lake, situated a few meters from the Canal du Midi, where it is possible to go sailing.From Homps to Marseillette
18 km, 11 Lock(s), 4.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Homps > Puichéric > Marseillette
Monument
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.
Monument
Puichéric
A village with a medieval character located along the Canal du Midi, also known as “the Venice of Minervois” due to the three rivers that flow through it. It has a timeless charm that should not be missed.
Monument
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.
Monument
La Tour de l’Horloge
The Clock Tower served as a relay station for the world’s first telecommunications network.
Nature
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.
Vineyard
The Wine House
At the port of Homps, you will find the Minervois Wine House, which offers a selection of the finest wines and showcases the expertise of winemakers from the Aude region.
Swimming
the pond of Jouarre/Homps
A 100ha lake, situated a few meters from the Canal du Midi, where it is possible to bathe.
Sports and leisure activities
the pond of Jouarre/Homps
A 100ha lake, situated a few meters from the Canal du Midi, where it is possible to go sailing.
River constructions
Le Pont-Canal du Rivassel
The Rivassel Aqueduct is one of the many bridges of this kind along the Canal du Midi. It crosses the small "Ruisseau de Naval" stream.From Marseillette to Carcassonne
23 km, 10 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Marseillette > Trèbes > Carcassonne
Monument
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.
Monument
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…
Monument
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.
Monument
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.
Monument
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.
Monument
The Comtal Castle
In the heart of the medieval city, you will find the imposing Comtal Castle. Admission is paid, but free for visitors under 26 years old.
Monument
Saint Stephen’s Church
Saint Stephen’s Church, in the Southern Gothic style, houses the "Treasure of Trèbes": 320 oak corbels supporting the beams of a timber frame classified as a Historic Monument.
Monument
La Tour de l’Horloge
The Clock Tower served as a relay station for the world’s first telecommunications network.
Nature
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.
Vineyard
the Minervois
Vineyard
the Côtes de Malepère
Vineyard
the Corbières
Gastronomy
the Artichauts à la Carcassonnaise
Gastronomy
Le Petit Carcassonnais
This small oval cake, with a texture similar to a sponge cake or a madeleine, reveals subtle flavors of candied orange peel when you taste it. This specialty was created in 1928 by Mr. Gau and was later acquired by the Fuster family, who are currently the sole producers of this delicacy.
Gastronomy
Le Poumpet
A cake originating from Soual and Sémalens, brought to Carcassonne in the 8th century, made with lemon and bergamot. Triangular in shape, it was traditionally made with lard. Today, it is usually made with butter. It has gained great popularity thanks to its blend of lemon, bergamot, and honey added after baking. It is perfect for lemon lovers.
Gastronomy
Les Écus de la Cité
By far, this is the sweetest memory you’ll take away from Carcassonne. Small and round in shape, these little coins featuring the medieval city come in dark chocolate or milk chocolate. 7 Avenue Arthur Mullot, 11000 Carcassonne
River constructions
Pont Marengo
The Marengo Bridge, downstream from Lock 40, is known to be the lowest on the canal. Be sure to warn all your crew members before passing under it.
River constructions
The Moulins Locks
The Trèbes locks form a lock staircase consisting of three basins. Built around 1674, it is located downstream of the port of Trèbes, at the town’s exit toward the village of Marseillette. Taking advantage of the steep gradient of the lock staircase, a thriving milling industry developed on the left bank of the lock.
River constructions
Les écluses et le Pont-Canal du Fresquel
The Fresquel site consists of the Fresquel aqueduct, a lock from the era of Pierre-Paul Riquet, and a double lock built at the same time as the aqueduct. The 135-meter reach between the two locks is the shortest on the Canal du Midi.
River constructions
The Orbiel Aqueduct
This beautiful structure with three arches, where the Canal crosses the Orbiel Valley, was built based on Vauban’s plans in 1688. It is one of the first large canal bridges constructed in France. The original method for crossing the Orbiel was quite different. A causeway had been built to raise the waters of the Orbiel to the level of the Canal. Boats would pass behind this dam to reach the other shore.From Carcassonne to Bram
23 km, 6 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Carcassonne > Villesèquelande > Bram
Monument
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.
Monument
Bram
Bram, the circular town with its 13th century church. At the House of Archaeology you can discover the ancient past of this city.
Monument
Presbytère de Villesèquelande
An old 11th-century building that was part of the village’s former castle, which was destroyed. It was restored in 1991 and has since belonged to the municipality, but traces of Raymond de Villesèquelande’s presence can still be found.
Monument
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.
Monument
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.
Monument
Villesèquelande
A small, authentic village with just a few inhabitants. It is crossed by an ancient Roman road. It is home to one of the last elm trees in Western Europe, and since 2021, Villesèquelande has even become the world’s first Tree Village.
Monument
The Comtal Castle
In the heart of the medieval city, you will find the imposing Comtal Castle. Admission is paid, but free for visitors under 26 years old.
Monument
The Church of Saint Julien and Saint Basilisse
A true jewel of the village, it is the starting point of the “circular village.” Hidden in the heart of the town, it is one of the rare churches still found in France with a single nave featuring three rib-vaulted bays and a 36-meter bell tower. Come and discover its Gothic architecture, which dominates the village!
Nature
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.
Vineyard
the Côtes de Malepère
Gastronomy
the Artichauts à la Carcassonnaise
Gastronomy
Le Petit Carcassonnais
This small oval cake, with a texture similar to a sponge cake or a madeleine, reveals subtle flavors of candied orange peel when you taste it. This specialty was created in 1928 by Mr. Gau and was later acquired by the Fuster family, who are currently the sole producers of this delicacy.
Gastronomy
Le Poumpet
A cake originating from Soual and Sémalens, brought to Carcassonne in the 8th century, made with lemon and bergamot. Triangular in shape, it was traditionally made with lard. Today, it is usually made with butter. It has gained great popularity thanks to its blend of lemon, bergamot, and honey added after baking. It is perfect for lemon lovers.
Gastronomy
Les Écus de la Cité
By far, this is the sweetest memory you’ll take away from Carcassonne. Small and round in shape, these little coins featuring the medieval city come in dark chocolate or milk chocolate. 7 Avenue Arthur Mullot, 11000 Carcassonne
Swimming
Le Lac de Buzerens
Lake Buzerens offers a variety of activities: fishing, supervised swimming, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, and water skiing.
River constructions
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.From Bram to Carcassonne
23 km, 6 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Bram > Bram > Bram > Bram > Villesèquelande > Carcassonne
Monument
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.
Monument
Bram
Bram, the circular town with its 13th century church. At the House of Archaeology you can discover the ancient past of this city.
Monument
Presbytère de Villesèquelande
An old 11th-century building that was part of the village’s former castle, which was destroyed. It was restored in 1991 and has since belonged to the municipality, but traces of Raymond de Villesèquelande’s presence can still be found.
Monument
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.
Monument
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.
Monument
Villesèquelande
A small, authentic village with just a few inhabitants. It is crossed by an ancient Roman road. It is home to one of the last elm trees in Western Europe, and since 2021, Villesèquelande has even become the world’s first Tree Village.
Monument
The Comtal Castle
In the heart of the medieval city, you will find the imposing Comtal Castle. Admission is paid, but free for visitors under 26 years old.
Monument
The Church of Saint Julien and Saint Basilisse
A true jewel of the village, it is the starting point of the “circular village.” Hidden in the heart of the town, it is one of the rare churches still found in France with a single nave featuring three rib-vaulted bays and a 36-meter bell tower. Come and discover its Gothic architecture, which dominates the village!
Nature
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.
Vineyard
the Côtes de Malepère
Gastronomy
the Artichauts à la Carcassonnaise
Gastronomy
Le Petit Carcassonnais
This small oval cake, with a texture similar to a sponge cake or a madeleine, reveals subtle flavors of candied orange peel when you taste it. This specialty was created in 1928 by Mr. Gau and was later acquired by the Fuster family, who are currently the sole producers of this delicacy.
Gastronomy
Le Poumpet
A cake originating from Soual and Sémalens, brought to Carcassonne in the 8th century, made with lemon and bergamot. Triangular in shape, it was traditionally made with lard. Today, it is usually made with butter. It has gained great popularity thanks to its blend of lemon, bergamot, and honey added after baking. It is perfect for lemon lovers.
Gastronomy
Les Écus de la Cité
By far, this is the sweetest memory you’ll take away from Carcassonne. Small and round in shape, these little coins featuring the medieval city come in dark chocolate or milk chocolate. 7 Avenue Arthur Mullot, 11000 Carcassonne
Swimming
Le Lac de Buzerens
Lake Buzerens offers a variety of activities: fishing, supervised swimming, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, and water skiing.
River constructions
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.
Bike
Bike
Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bikeThe Locks
2 type(s) of lock(s) on The Canal du Midi- Automatic locks operated by boaters themselves, without a lock-keeper
- Automatic locks
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Customer testimonials
Average :
4.1/5
(based on 13 ratings)
4.1/5
(based on 13 ratings)
Daniel S.
Cruise carried out on Aug 22, 2026, Tarpon 32Cruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"It was an amazing experience and we would like to do another."
Thomas S.
Cruise carried out on Jul 10, 2026, Tarpon 37Cruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Lovely natural mooring spots, with a canal that felt wilder than we had imagined."
André P.
Cruise carried out on May 9, 2026, Penichette 935 W ACruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Agréable dans l'ensemble, sauf à la fin pour cause de météo."
André P.
Cruise carried out on May 9, 2026, Penichette 935 W ACruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Overall, it was an enjoyable cruise, except for the end, which was affected by the weather. We also had to complete the cruise in the opposite direction from what we had originally planned."
Estelle D.
Cruise carried out on Oct 17, 2025, Tarpon 32Cruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Very relaxing, with beautiful scenery."
Manon R.
Cruise carried out on Oct 18, 2025, Tarpon 49 QPCruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Going through the locks was fun — calm and very pleasant!"
Florence B.
Cruise carried out on Aug 29, 2025, Tarpon 32Cruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Nice, ideal weather, pleasant encounters with other cruise passengers and most of the lock keepers."
Philippe A.
Cruise carried out on Jul 5, 2025, Tarpon 32Cruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Lack of trees and tourist interest except for Carcassonne"
Oliver M.
Cruise carried out on Aug 24, 2024, Tarpon 37Cruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Beautiful route, in line with our expectations."
Peter P.
Cruise carried out on Jun 15, 2024, Pénichette 1400 FB ACruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Beautiful scenery, very pleasant area."
Gabriel F.
Cruise carried out on Apr 15, 2023, Tarpon 32Cruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Peace and quiet guaranteed in April."
Annie S.
Cruise carried out on Sep 23, 2017, Tarpon 32Cruise :
between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"auto-translation :''This discovery of the Canal du Midi was wonderful for us''"
"Relaxing journey, interesting stops."