Castelnaudary

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Highlights of the Canal du Midi between Toulouse and Bram

To navigate on the Canal du Midi, there are various routes available. You can either go towards Carcassonne for a cruise focused on History, towards Beziers to discover this beautiful area and its lovely villages, or towards the Camargue for a cruise at the heart of a wonderful natural reserve. But now, let’s talk about Castelnaudary and its area!

This area is an invitation for relaxation and discovery. In this sunny land, south of Toulouse, we suggest a refreshing trip by boat amongst the medieval vestiges. Let’s go for 80km of waterways. In this area, there are 4 departure bases: Negra, Port-Lauragais, Castelnaudary and Bram.

Cities and villages to discover during your cruise

Castelnaudary, Cassoulet Capital of the World
Castelnaudary, Cassoulet Capital of the World
The towpath along the Canal du Midi. On foot or by bike, discover this majestic canal with its hundred-year-old plane trees in a different way.
The towpath along the Canal du Midi. On foot or by bike, discover this majestic canal with its hundred-year-old plane trees in a different way.
Bram, circular village
Bram, circular village
The locks of Négra, first stage of the famous Barque de Poste which transported travellers on the Canal du Midi since the 17th century
The locks of Négra, first stage of the famous Barque de Poste which transported travellers on the Canal du Midi since the 17th century

Hiring a licence-free boat on the Canal du Midi

The area around Castlenaudary is the one that has the largest amount of locks. But don’t worry about it, lock keepers are here to operate them. It is the ideal navigation area for beginners who want to familiarize with locks. Several departure bases are available there: Négra, Port-Lauragais, Castelnaudary and Bram. Note that every river cruise will start in the afternoon and before boarding, you will have a one hour training to get used to the boat and its steering.

4 possible starting bases

The locks are automatic or electric and manned by lock keepers. The locks are closed the 1st of may .

The ladder of locks at Fonsérannes (near Béziers) is very busy during the high season. Frontignan Bridge opens twice a day, in the morning and mid-afternoon.
The one-way or the navigation towards the Carmargue while crossing the Etang de Thau can be canceled or interrupted if the climatic conditions, in particular the wind, do not allow to pass the Etang de Thau. This does not prevent you from sailing while waiting for the reopening of the pond to navigation.

You can moor anywhere along the banks on the Canal du Midi and in the Camargue.

The Castelnaudary region - our suggested cruises

Carcassonne
round trip

Cruise 7 of nights

Le Somail
Bram

Cruise 7 of nights
Vineyard Vineyard
Monument Monument
Gastronomy Gastronomy
Sports and leisure activities Sports and leisure activities
Swimming Swimming
River constructions River constructions

Le Somail
round trip

Cruise 14 of nights
Vineyard Vineyard
Monument Monument
Gastronomy Gastronomy
Sports and leisure activities Sports and leisure activities
Swimming Swimming
River constructions River constructions

Carcassonne
round trip

Cruise 14 of nights

Colombiers
round trip

Cruise 14 of nights
Vineyard Vineyard
Monument Monument
Gastronomy Gastronomy
Sports and leisure activities Sports and leisure activities
Swimming Swimming
River constructions River constructions

Homps
round trip

Cruise 14 of nights
Vineyard Vineyard
Monument Monument
Gastronomy Gastronomy
Sports and leisure activities Sports and leisure activities
Swimming Swimming
River constructions River constructions

Port-Lauragais
round trip

Cruise 14 of nights
Vineyard Vineyard
Monument Monument
Gastronomy Gastronomy
Sports and leisure activities Sports and leisure activities
Swimming Swimming
River constructions River constructions

Here is the list of possible cruises in the Castelnaudary area

Range Comfort 4 0
Penichette 1020 FB
-30%

€2,800 €1,960

From €392 / pers

Week of the 4/30/27 to 5/7/27

  • Max. people : 5
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
Bimini Top Bimini Top
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Argens-Minervois > Négra (+€200)
Range Comfort 4 2
Europa 600
Europa 600
-30%

€3,615 €2,531

From €422 / pers

Week of the 5/4/27 to 5/11/27

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
220 V converter 220 V converter
Bimini Top Bimini Top
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Argens-Minervois > Négra (+€200)
Range Comfort 2 2
Europa 400
Europa 400
-30%

€3,219 €2,253

From €563 / pers

Week of the 5/4/27 to 5/11/27

  • Max. people : 4
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
220 V converter 220 V converter
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Comfort Plus 2 0
Penichette Evolution P950
-30%

€2,098 €1,469

From €367 / pers

Week of the 5/4/27 to 5/11/27

  • Max. people : 4
  • Cabins : 1
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Argens-Minervois > Négra (+€200)
Range Comfort 6 0
Penichette  1180 FB
-30%

€3,399 €2,379

From €340 / pers

Week of the 5/3/27 to 5/10/27

  • Max. people : 7
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
220 V converter 220 V converter
Bimini Top Bimini Top
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Argens-Minervois > Négra (+€200)
Range Standard 4 0
Penichette 1120 R
-30%

€2,277 €1,594

From €266 / pers

Week of the 5/6/27 to 5/13/27

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Argens-Minervois > Négra (+€200)
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Customer testimonials

Average : 4.7 étoiles 4.7/5 (based on 142 ratings)
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 24, 2026, LibertyCruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"Very good, as we travelled outside the peak season, so there were fewer boats, which made passing through the 30 locks much easier!"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 26, 2026, Horizon 4Cruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"Relaxing and different from other types of holidays."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 12, 2026, HorizonCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Very enjoyable cruise."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 19, 2026, Penichette 1400 FBCruise : between Négra and Lattes
"We loved it. It was everything and more than we could have expected."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 23, 2026, Grand ClassiqueCruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"A pleasant experience, the Canal du Midi is really lovely."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 26, 2026, Vision 4Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"Excellent."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 25, 2026, ClipperCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"A peaceful cruise. We learned how to organise ourselves efficiently when going through the locks."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 23, 2026, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : Carcassonne round trip
"Relaxing."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 11, 2026, Dancer 2Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"Really great."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 14, 2026, Vision 4Cruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"We really enjoyed the scenery, the interactions with the lock keepers, the stops in the towns and villages, and so on. We really enjoyed the scenery, the interactions with the lock keepers, the stops in the towns and villages, and so on."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 25, 2026, Estivale DuoCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"Locks were very difficult in the high wind."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 14, 2026, Estivale Quattro SCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"Une expérience extraordinaire, aussi agréable que fatigante."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 14, 2026, Estivale Quattro SCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"Amazing, enjoyable, exhausting."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 11, 2026, Penichette 1180 FBCruise : between Argens-Minervois and Négra
"Very nice experience."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 12, 2026, Estivale Quattro Fly CCruise : between Le Somail and Port-Lauragais
"Very good."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 4, 2026, Sedan 1000Cruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"Enjoyable, but you need four people to go through the locks."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 19, 2026, Vision 3Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Overall, a positive experience, even though it was cut short due to thunderstorms."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 17, 2026, Penichette Evolution P950Cruise : Bram round trip
"A great experience and a wonderful introduction to a lesser-known activity."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 24, 2026, Estivale OctoCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"Very beautiful experience."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 24, 2026, Estivale OctoCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"A wonderful experience."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 11, 2026, Royal Mystique BCruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"We had a wonderful experience as a family. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend both CrisBoat and the canal mid to other families and friends."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 11, 2026, Dancer 3Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Great, but there were a lot of locks at the beginning."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 26, 2026, HorizonCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"Original."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 30, 2026, Penichette 1165 FBCruise : between Négra and Lattes
"We were very pleased, with a wonderful variety of scenery along the cana"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 25, 2026, Dancer 3Cruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"A wonderful experience. It would be even better if there were more intermediate mooring points with pontoons and water facilities along the canal."
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 23, 2026, Vision 3Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"The Canal du Midi is a wonderful adventure."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 18, 2026, Tarpon 42 TPCruise : Carcassonne round trip
"A different kind of holiday, where you truly slow down and enjoy life at a gentler pace."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 1, 2026, Estivale DuoCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"A unique experience with unforgettable moments – we'd happily do it again."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 9, 2026, Confort 1350 BCruise : between Le Somail and Port-Lauragais
"Comfortable, with plenty of shared living space."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 16, 2026, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : Homps round trip
"Pretty."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 16, 2026, Tarpon 42 TPCruise : Homps round trip
"Most enjoyable."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 13, 2026, MagnifiqueCruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"Très bien, paisible, l'occasion de passer un agréable séjour en famille."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 13, 2026, MagnifiqueCruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"Very enjoyable and peaceful – a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time with the family."
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 2, 2026, Estivale Octo Fly CCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"Beautiful scenery."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 25, 2026, Dancer 3Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"A wonderful relaxing break."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Apr 27, 2026, CapriceCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Good, though a little short given the number of locks for beginners, but we received excellent guidance from the instructor."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 24, 2026, Dancer 4 PlusCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"We were looking for a family getaway on a houseboat, and it was fantastic."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 15, 2026, CapriceCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"A pleasant route for a first-time experience, with varied scenery."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 9, 2026, Estivale Octo Fly CCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"An enjoyable cruise that gave us the opportunity to meet friendly people, including lock keepers and fellow boaters on other vessels."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Apr 13, 2026, Vision 4Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"ery satisfied, despite a technical issue with the batteries that caused the refrigerator to stop working."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Apr 10, 2026, Horizon 2-SCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"An enjoyable cruise along the canal towards Toulouse, with only one regret: not being able to continue on to Carcassonne."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 3, 2026, Dancer 4Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Great weather, very friendly lock keepers, and a welcoming team (boat handover, advice, etc.) that was very professional and friendly."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 6, 2026, Dancer 3Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Relaxing and fun — a really great time."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 20, 2025, Estivale Quattro B+Cruise : between Port-Lauragais and Le Somail
"Relaxing."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Oct 22, 2025, Horizon 5Cruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"Pleasant experience, the weather was good and there were few boats around."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 6, 2025, Estivale Sixto Prestige CCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"Peace, quiet, wonderful surroundings, a very comfortable and spacious boat – we can’t wait to do it again!"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Oct 1, 2025, Vision 3Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Beautiful landscapes and friendly lock keepers."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 27, 2025, Dancer 4 PlusCruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"Ideal, peaceful, easy to handle."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 19, 2025, CountessCruise : between Castelnaudary and Homps
"Enjoyable but quite demanding, with many locks to go through."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 15, 2025, Estivale DuoCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"Very good."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 8, 2025, Dancer 3Cruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"Great."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 25, 2025, Pénichette NéoCruise : between Argens-Minervois and Négra
"A wonderful holiday through the beautiful landscape of southern France!"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 25, 2025, Vision 3Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Trèbes
"More activities than expected."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 2, 2025, Sedan 1000Cruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"A very pleasant and relaxing experience."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 1, 2025, Estivale Quattro B+Cruise : between Le Somail and Port-Lauragais
"It was a great trip! Varied landscape, perfect for ‘slowing down’."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 16, 2025, ClipperCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"A breath of fresh air."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 9, 2025, Vision 3Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"Magnificent Canal du Midi."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 21, 2025, HorizonCruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"Very diversified and the Canal du Midi has a great deal to offer."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 4, 2025, HorizonCruise : between Castelnaudary and Trèbes
"Very beautiful scenery. Not much shade on the boat."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 4, 2025, Estivale Sixto Fly CCruise : between Port-Lauragais and Le Somail
"Nothing to say, everything was perfect."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 28, 2025, Grand ClassiqueCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Good."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 16, 2025, Penichette 1180 FBCruise : between Négra and Lattes
"Séjour intéressant, une vraie aventure avec de la culture, de la gastronomie française et du bon vin, des balades à vélo, les passages d'écluses : des vacances très actives !"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 16, 2025, Penichette 1180 FBCruise : between Négra and Lattes
"An interesting break, a real adventure with culture, French gastronomy and good wine, bike rides and lock crossings: a very active holiday!"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 27, 2025, Sedan PrimoCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"Très agréable."
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 21, 2025, ShebaCruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"Nice landscapes, relaxing, lots of locks, it was a bit hard sometimes jusyt the two of us."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 7, 2025, CapriceCruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"Vraiment beau et agréable."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 7, 2025, CapriceCruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"Really beautiful and pleasant."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 12, 2025, Horizon 5Cruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"Beautiful moment."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 8, 2025, Vision 3Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Very good.Lacks a few stakes for mooring on the canal outside the lock and port pontoons."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 8, 2025, Corvette ACruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Very good."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Apr 17, 2025, Europa 400Cruise : Bram round trip
"Very relaxing."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 5, 2025, Grand ClassiqueCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"A change of scenery. A change of pace. A change of scenery. A great change of pace."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 28, 2024, MagnifiqueCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"A great stay that brought our family closer together."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 28, 2024, MagnifiqueCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Wonderful for family bonding, especially at lock crossings."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 25, 2024, Horizon 5 PlusCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Pleasant, not too crowded in October."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Oct 21, 2024, Dancer 3Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Trèbes
"Few interesting stops except Carcassonne."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 12, 2024, Vision 3 SLCruise : between Homps and Castelnaudary
"Nous avons adoré mais il y a trop d'écluses."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 14, 2024, ContinentaleCruise : between Castelnaudary and Homps
"Peaceful."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 4, 2024, HorizonCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"An excellent first trip on a river boat."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 4, 2024, Vision 3Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Homps
"Very pleasant. When there were operating problems, the technicians were very quick to respond, found solutions and were very helpful and friendly."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 10, 2024, Sedan PrimoCruise : between Le Somail and Port-Lauragais
"Top, we loved it, everything was well prepared !"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 25, 2024, Horizon 4Cruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"Amazing region."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 27, 2024, Penichette 1500 FBCruise : between Bram and Argens-Minervois
"Great!"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 8, 2024, ClipperCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"A great experience, but for the next cruise, we'll choose a route with fewer locks to enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the canal even more."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 8, 2024, Horizon 2-SCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"A perfect cruise in fine weather."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 1, 2024, Cirrus BCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Magnificent, peaceful but physical with the locks ; a wonderful experience."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 24, 2024, Vision 4Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Trèbes
"Brilliant!"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 22, 2023, Dancer 4Cruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"Amazing !!"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Oct 2, 2023, CapriceCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"A wonderful experience; beautiful scenery."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 14, 2023, CapriceCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"Good overall."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 9, 2023, Estivale OctoCruise : between Le Somail and Port-Lauragais
"A great week on a well-maintained boat."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 21, 2023, Horizon 5Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"Satisfied ; friendly lockkeepers."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 14, 2023, Confort 900 DPCruise : between Port-Lauragais and Le Somail
"Advance preparation is necessary to plan the route. However, the passage through the locks is very unpredictable and the time is determined by the number of boats."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 14, 2023, Estivale DuoCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"A special kind of holiday."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 24, 2023, Penichette 1260 RCruise : between Argens-Minervois and Négra
"New route for us, wonderful scenery."
 
3
Cruise carried out on Apr 17, 2023, Corvette ACruise : between Trèbes and Castelnaudary
"Nice experience, good level of comfort."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 10, 2023, Royal MystiqueCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"Nice cruise, not too many people and that's nice. The April weather unfortunately cooled the climate, but did not spoil our pleasure."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 7, 2023, ShebaCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"It was a gastronomic, cultural and sporty experience."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 28, 2022, MystiqueCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"We forget the time... and that's what we were looking for"
 
3
Cruise carried out on Sep 19, 2022, Triton 1050Cruise : Homps round trip
"The cruise was very enjoyable."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 6, 2022, Horizon 3Cruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"Absolutely wonderful, but we chose an itinerary that was too long compared to the duration of our stay, which prevented us from visiting some great places."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 30, 2021, Sedan 1170Cruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"auto-translation :''Great discovery / Comfortable boat''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 23, 2021, Cirrus ACruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''Pleasant but still physical for the passage of the locks''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 18, 2021, Dancer 4Cruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"auto-translation :''Relaxing cruise''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 20, 2021, Dancer 3Cruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"auto-translation :''Do it again!''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 9, 2021, Penichette Evolution P950Cruise : Bram round trip
"auto-translation :''Pleasant. Quiet and restful.''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 14, 2021, Dancer 3Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''Nice course''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 1, 2021, Cirrus BCruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"auto-translation :''A relaxing and exotic experience''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 2, 2021, MystiqueCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''Original, pleasant''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 16, 2021, Dancer 3Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"auto-translation :''It was really cool. The setting is very relaxing. Luckily we had plenty of sunshine.''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 10, 2021, ContinentaleCruise : between Castelnaudary and Homps
"auto-translation :''Nice experience''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 12, 2021, Classique StarCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"auto-translation :''A moment of pleasure shared in family, another rhythm, serenity and good reception of the lock keepers throughout the course.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 19, 2020, Dancer 3Cruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''Change of scenery''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 18, 2020, MagnifiqueCruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"auto-translation :''Experience that appealed to all 6 passengers''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 12, 2020, MagnifiqueCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"auto-translation :''We were lucky because the weather was very nice,''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 7, 2020, CrusaderCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''Quite pleasant and was what I had imagined but too many locks on the route.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 20, 2019, NautilaCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''In line with our expectations''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 30, 2019, MagnifiqueCruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"auto-translation :''Superb, friendly meetings with the lock keepers''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 3, 2019, MagnifiqueCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''Super nature and rewarding experience''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 11, 2019, Dancer 4 PlusCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"auto-translation :''It seemed too short because I found it great.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 21, 2018, Royal MystiqueCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''Nice, relaxing but active''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 26, 2018, Estivale Sixto Prestige CCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"It was lovely and peaceful."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 7, 2018, Estivale SixtoCruise : between Le Somail and Port-Lauragais
"auto-translation :''Cruise very nice''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 6, 2018, MagnifiqueCruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"auto-translation :''Cruise restful and exotic but unfortunately many boaters do not respect the safety rules of navigation (speed, order of passage at the locks, dangerous overtaking curve)''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 16, 2018, Dancer 3Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"Was even better than I expected it to be. Great mix of relaxing, excitement and adventure."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 18, 2018, TamarisCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"Wonderful cruise , to enjoy the nature and travel along the country side with beautiful landscape"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 13, 2018, CountessCruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"auto-translation :''Very satisfied because few people on the channel in this period''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 14, 2018, Estivale SixtoCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"auto-translation :''Very pleasant and exotic''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 25, 2017, Confort 1350Cruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"auto-translation :''Very pleasant cruise along the Canal du Midi in the shade of plane trees''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 3, 2017, Confort 1100Cruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"auto-translation :''Very beautiful river cruise, restful''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 19, 2017, Estivale Quattro BCruise : between Le Somail and Port-Lauragais
"auto-translation :''Beautiful experience, beautiful encounters and beautiful sites.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 6, 2017, Confort 1100Cruise : between Le Somail and Port-Lauragais
"auto-translation :''Somail route to Port Lauragais very interesting with beautiful stops''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 17, 2016, Pénichette 1260 R ACruise : Colombiers round trip
"Enjoyable"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 1, 2016, Estivale SixtoCruise : between Port-Lauragais and Le Somail
"auto-translation :''Canal du Midi quiet … relaxing cruise''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 27, 2016, Confort 900 DPCruise : Port-Lauragais round trip
"auto-translation :''Very pleased with this cruise on the Canal du Midi''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 9, 2016, Tarpon 49 QPCruise : Homps round trip
"Excellent river cruise on the Canal du Midi"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 7, 2015, Eau-Claire 1130Cruise : Homps round trip
"auto-translation :"Very satisfied""
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 10, 2015, Espade 930Cruise : Homps round trip
"auto-translation :"Very good""
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 10, 2015, Triton 1050Cruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :"Very good""
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 6, 2015, Triton 1050Cruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :"Good memories""
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 1, 2015, Espade 850 FlyCruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :"Very nice""
 
4
Cruise carried out on Apr 18, 2015, Tarpon 37Cruise : Homps round trip
"auto-translation :"Well, good choice of river cruise""

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The Castelnaudary region

Négra

This river port, located only few kilometers away from Toulouse, is the starting point for one-way cruises to Argens.

Following this beautiful waterway, you will discover charming places filled with history such as the Négra Lock, first step of the famous Barque de Poste which used to take passengers along the Canal from the 17th century.

Villefranche-de-Lauragais

Villefranche-de-Lauragais is a small town and since the Middle Ages has been an important place of transit in the Midi of Toulouse. You will be seduced by the multiple restaurants in town that offer a great varity of food. The local market, on Friday mornings, square Gambetta, is a real institution. Make sure not to miss it and give a go to local specialties. Make a stop at the beautiful church, admire its sublime stained-glass windows from the Toulouse firm Gesta and the sculped siren on top of the main door.

Local market on Friday mornings

Castelnaudary

Castelnaudary is the historical home to the Canal du Midi, it is where the Canal was first opened on May 19th 1681 and became a real navigable way. The port is located in a huge 7 hectare pond. Moor in this port and enjoy a delicious Cassoulet. You won’t regret it! The old town is full of architectural treasures such as the Verdun market hall, the Carmelite convent or the Hôtel Latapie, a magnificent 17th century mansion. The Cugarel windmill, which dominates the town, offers a panoramic view of the rolling plains of the Lauragais and the Black Mountain.

Local market on Monday mornings

Bram

Located between Carcassonne and Castelnaudary, Bram has a remarkable medieval architecture - it is actually the best preserved “circular village” of Europe. The historical center grew with the years, circling around the church. Discover its history through its streets and the Eburomagus archeological museum.

There is a lake by the Canal where you will find a picnic area, a beach and watersport activities!

Local market on Wednesday mornings

The Castelnaudary region

What is included / not included

The price of your charter includes

  • The rental of the boat
  • Fittings: equipment necessary for navigation
  • Crockery: in sufficient quantity for the number of passengers on board
  • Bedding*: sheets, blankets or duvets, pillows and pillow cases
  • Boat insurance
  • Navigation instruction and delivery of the yacht's card
  • Breakdown assistance available 7/7 during the base's opening hours
  • The navigation toll
  • A 13 kg gas bottle

* Beds made up on certain boats in the 5 star range

 

The price of your rental does not include

  • Cancellation insurance
  • Navigation guide
  • One way supplement
  • Deposit redemption insurance
  • The cleaning package
  • Cleaning kits, kitchen linen, towels**.
  • Deposit of 780 € to 3 250 €, depending on the boat
  • The navigation package. This includes all consumables used during your stay (engine oil, fuel, gas, etc.), payable locally based on your actual consumption.
    👉 On average, expect around €300 to €450 for a week (or proportionally less for a shorter stay).

** Included on some boats