River Cruise Colombiers / Puichéric / Colombiers
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Colombiers - Puichéric - Colombiers
132 Km - 16 Locks
21 h of navigation - 5 Nights
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 Argens
38 km, 1 Lock(s), 5.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Capestang > Le Somail > Argens
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
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 Argens to Homps
26 km, 10 Lock(s), 5.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Argens > Homps > Puichéric > Homps
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.
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 Homps to Le Somail
21 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Homps > Argens > 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.
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 Le Somail to Colombiers
35 km, 0 Lock(s), 4.7 h of navigation
Stopover : Le Somail > Capestang > Colombiers
Monument
Le Canal du Midi
The Canal du Midi is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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.
Vineyard
the Saint Chinian
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.
River constructions
Aqueduc de Quarante
This aqueduct was built by a certain Rusquier under the orders of Vauban. When it was completed in 1693, it had two arches, and a third was added in 1737.
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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