cruising route Port Cassafières / Bram / Port Cassafières
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Port Cassafières - Bram - Port Cassafières - 284 Km - 88 Locks - 55 h of navigation - 14 Nights (2 weeks)
From Port Cassafières to Béziers, 15 km, 5 Lock(s), 3 h of navigation
Stopover : Port Cassafières > Béziers
Monument
Béziers
For a long time the French capital of table wine, this town features a historical center full of monuments: the Cathedral of Saint Nazaire, the Church of the Madeleine, and the Arena (seating 13,500), not forgetting the Feria (around the 15th August).
River constructions
the Canal Bridge of Beziers
Built in 1856, this aqueduct allows the Orb river to be crossed in a barge. 198m in length and 8m wide, it is considered the most beautiful stone canal bridge of the 19th century.
Nature
the Natural Reserve of Roque-Haute
At more than 150ha in size, this reserve features more than 400 varieties of vegetable and 360 species of animal.
Gastronomy
the Soupe d'ail at the Biterroise
From Béziers to Capestang, 19 km, 7 Lock(s), 3.9 h of navigation
Stopover : Béziers > 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 Canal Bridge of Beziers
Built in 1856, this aqueduct allows the Orb river to be crossed in a barge. 198m in length and 8m wide, it is considered the most beautiful stone canal bridge of the 19th century.
River constructions
the scale of Fonserannes
In order to descend from 20m and get back to the level of the Orb river, Paul Riquet, the designer of the Canal du Midi, constructed a ladder of 7 locks; one of the most impressive sections of the Canal du Midi.
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.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.From Argens to Puichéric, 16 km, 7 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Argens > Homps > Puichéric
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 Puichéric to Trèbes, 17 km, 11 Lock(s), 4.5 h of navigation
Stopover : Puichéric > Marseillette > Trèbes
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…
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 Corbières
From Trèbes to Carcassonne, 14 km, 7 Lock(s), 3.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Trèbes > Carcassonne
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.
Vineyard
the Côtes de Malepère
Gastronomy
the Artichauts à la Carcassonnaise
From Carcassonne to Bram, 23 km, 6 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Carcassonne > Villesèquelande > Bram
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
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.
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
From Bram to Carcassonne, 23 km, 6 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Bram > Bram > Bram > Bram > Villesèquelande > Carcassonne
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
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.
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
From Carcassonne to Marseillette, 23 km, 10 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Carcassonne > Trèbes > 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
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
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…
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 Côtes de Malepère
Vineyard
the Minervois
Vineyard
the Corbières
Gastronomy
the Artichauts à la Carcassonnaise
From Marseillette to Homps, 18 km, 11 Lock(s), 4.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Marseillette > Puichéric > Homps
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Vineyard
the Saint Chinian
From Colombiers to Port Cassafières, 22 km, 12 Lock(s), 5.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Colombiers > Béziers > Port Cassafières
Monument
Béziers
For a long time the French capital of table wine, this town features a historical center full of monuments: the Cathedral of Saint Nazaire, the Church of the Madeleine, and the Arena (seating 13,500), not forgetting the Feria (around the 15th August).
River constructions
the Canal Bridge of Beziers
Built in 1856, this aqueduct allows the Orb river to be crossed in a barge. 198m in length and 8m wide, it is considered the most beautiful stone canal bridge of the 19th century.
River constructions
the scale of Fonserannes
In order to descend from 20m and get back to the level of the Orb river, Paul Riquet, the designer of the Canal du Midi, constructed a ladder of 7 locks; one of the most impressive sections of the Canal du Midi.
Nature
the Natural Reserve of Roque-Haute
At more than 150ha in size, this reserve features more than 400 varieties of vegetable and 360 species of animal.
Gastronomy
the Soupe d'ail at the Biterroise
Bike
Bike
Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bikeCustomer testimonials
Average :
4.8/5
(based on 5 opinion)
4.8/5
(based on 5 opinion)
Valérie L.
Cruise carried out on Jul 11, 2022, MagnifiqueCruise :
Port Cassafières round trip
"Peace, nature, sunshine. Excellent."
Fabienne L.
Cruise carried out on Aug 6, 2021, Salsa BCruise :
Port Cassafières round trip
"auto-translation :''disconnection and freedom''"
Laurent G.
Cruise carried out on Jul 11, 2021, Grand ClassiqueCruise :
Port Cassafières round trip
"auto-translation :''Unprecedented and rewarding experience''"
Michel G.
Cruise carried out on Jun 16, 2019, Salsa ACruise :
Port Cassafières round trip
"auto-translation :''Beautiful experience''"
The Locks
2 type(s) of lock(s) on The Canal du Midi- Automatic locks operated by boaters themselves, without a lock-keeper
- Automatic locks
"We enjoyed cruising at reduced speed. It was so calm and serene. A super relaxing family holiday that we'd recommend."