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Carcassonne 

Boat rental on the Canal du Midi in the heart of Carcassonne

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Highlights of this cruise on the Canal du Midi around Carcassonne

To navigate on the Canal du Midi, there are various routes available. You can either go towards Béziers to discover an area full of remarkable river structures, towards Castelnaudary for a gourmet cruise or towards the Camargue for a beautiful cruise within a natural reserve. Let’s focus on Carcassonne for now. In this area, there are 5 departure bases possible : Carcassonne, Trèbes, Homps, Argens et Le Somail. 

Cities and villages to discover during your cruise

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Lake Jouarres
Perfect for a relaxing break in an idyllic setting, between shady pine forests and rolling hills. Swimming, hiking, fishing and inflatable games for children are on the programme.
Lake Jouarres Perfect for a relaxing break in an idyllic setting, between shady pine forests and rolling hills. Swimming, hiking, fishing and inflatable games for children are on the programme.
Carcassonne
This city is a double UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a step up and discover the medieval city of Carcassonne which dominates the whole city!
Carcassonne This city is a double UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a step up and discover the medieval city of Carcassonne which dominates the whole city!
Minervois PDO wine
Minervois is a wine from the South of France with an Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée produced on the foothills of the Black Mountain, between the Aude and the Hérault. It produces mainly red wines.
Minervois PDO wine Minervois is a wine from the South of France with an Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée produced on the foothills of the Black Mountain, between the Aude and the Hérault. It produces mainly red wines.

Rent a licence-free boat to navigate on the Canal du Midi around Carcassonne

Carcassonne and its area is a pretty simple zone to navigate on. During your river cruise, you will cross canal-bridges and automatic locks operated by lock-keepers. Be aware that the locks are opened from 9am to 7pm and closed between 12.30pm and 1.30pm. Navigation is strictly forbidden at night. Get onboard from 5 departure bases: Carcassonne, Trèbes, Homps, Argens and Le Somail. Before casting off, you will have a one hour training to get used to the boat and its steering.

8 possible starting bases

The locks are automatic or electric and manned by lock keepers. The locks are closed the 1st of may and the 14th of july.

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 region of Carcassonne - our suggested cruises

Le Somail
round trip

Carcassonne
Colombiers

Agde
Carcassonne

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

Carcassonne
Agde

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

Colombiers
Carcassonne

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

Carnon
Homps

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

Bellegarde
Le Somail

Cruise 7 of nights
Gastronomy Gastronomy
Monument Monument
River constructions River constructions
Vineyard Vineyard
Swimming Swimming
Nature Nature

Agde
round trip

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

Le Somail
Port-Lauragais

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

Carnon
Colombiers

Cruise 7 of nights
Gastronomy Gastronomy
River constructions River constructions
Vineyard Vineyard
Swimming Swimming
Nature Nature
Monument Monument

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

Agde
round trip

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

Bellegarde
round trip

Cruise 14 of nights
Gastronomy Gastronomy
Monument Monument
River constructions River constructions
Vineyard Vineyard
Swimming Swimming
Nature Nature

Also to be discovered


Here is the list of possible cruises in the "Pays de Carcassonne

Range Premium 6 0
Horizon 3
Horizon 3
-52%

€4,669 €2,259

From €323 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 7
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air cooler Air cooler
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Premium 6 0
Mystique
Mystique
-52%

€3,869 €1,859

From €232 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 8
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Standard 2 2
Countess
Countess
-54%

€2,019 €929

From €155 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220 V converter 220 V converter
220V socket 220V socket
Range Comfort 4 0
Clipper
Clipper
-52%

€2,459 €1,179

From €196 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220 V converter 220 V converter
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Comfort 4 0
Clipper
Clipper
-53%

€2,399 €1,119

From €186 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220 V converter 220 V converter
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Comfort 4 0
Clipper
Clipper
-54%

€2,379 €1,099

From €183 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220 V converter 220 V converter
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Comfort 2 0
Estivale Duo
-45%

€1,735 €950

From €238 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 4
  • Cabins : 1
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Comfort 2 0
Estivale Duo
-30%

€1,735 €1,215

From €304 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 4
  • Cabins : 1
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Premium 6 0
Estivale Sixto Fly C
-30%

€4,110 €2,877

From €360 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 8
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Dishwasher Dishwasher
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Comfort 4 0
Estivale Quattro B+
-30%

€2,523 €1,766

From €294 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Premium 4 0
Royal Mystique A
-25%

€4,069 €3,049

From €508 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Premium 6 0
Horizon 3
Horizon 3
-25%

€4,819 €3,609

From €516 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 7
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air cooler Air cooler
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Premium 6 0
Mystique
Mystique
-25%

€4,019 €3,009

From €376 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 8
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air-Conditioning Air-Conditioning
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Premium 2 2
Horizon
Horizon
-25%

€3,209 €2,399

From €600 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 4
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
Continuous 220V electricity Continuous 220V electricity
Air cooler Air cooler
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Microwave Microwave
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Essential 2 1
Triton 860 Fly
-25%

€1,318 €989

From €198 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 5
  • Cabins : 1
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 1
Two steering positions Two steering positions
220V socket 220V socket
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Premium 4 0
Tarpon 37 DP
-25%

€3,014 €2,261

From €377 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 6
  • Cabins : 2
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Two steering positions Two steering positions
Bow thruster Bow thruster
Plancha Plancha
220 V converter 220 V converter
Air cooler Air cooler
Bimini Top Bimini Top
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Dishwasher Dishwasher
Electric toilets Electric toilets
Range Premium 4 1
Peniche P
Peniche P
-25%

€3,713 €2,785

From €398 / pers

Week of the 5/3/25 to 5/10/25

  • Max. people : 7
  • Cabins : 3
  • Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Bow and Stern Thruster Bow and Stern Thruster
Plancha Plancha
220 V converter 220 V converter
Flat-screen TV Flat-screen TV
Dishwasher Dishwasher
Electric toilets Electric toilets

Customer testimonials

Average : 4.6 étoiles 4.6/5 (based on 138 opinion)
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 20, 2025, MagnifiqueCruise : Port Cassafières round trip
"Très apaisant."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Mar 28, 2025, Tarpon 37Cruise : between Carnon and Homps
"Ein sehr schönes Erlebnis, empfehlenswert, Strecke abwechslungsreich und ohne Stress machbar."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 7, 2025, Vision 4Cruise : Port Cassafières round trip
"Dépaysants et calme avec des passages d'écluses impressionnants."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 28, 2024, Peniche FCruise : Homps round trip
"Very nice."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 21, 2024, Horizon 2-SCruise : Port Cassafières round trip
"Perfectly matches my expectations."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 26, 2024, Espade Concept FlyCruise : Homps round trip
"Wonderful holidays."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Oct 21, 2024, Horizon 4 PlusCruise : Port Cassafières round trip
"Great fun, would do again."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Oct 21, 2024, CalypsoCruise : between Castelnaudary and Trèbes
"Few interesting stops except Carcassonne."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 14, 2024, ContinentaleCruise : between Castelnaudary and Homps
"Peaceful."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 30, 2024, Confort 900 DPCruise : between Bellegarde and Le Somail
"The route was beautiful, as always in the south of France."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 24, 2024, Tarpon 37Cruise : between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Beautiful route, in line with our expectations."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 15, 2024, Pénichette 1400 FB ACruise : between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Beautiful scenery, very pleasant area."
 
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."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 21, 2024, Tarpon 42Cruise : between Homps and Carcassonne
"A very pleasant and relaxing cruise, with magnificent scenery and very friendly lock-keepers."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 27, 2024, Triton 1050Cruise : Homps round trip
"A serene and very pleasant cruise."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 10, 2024, Tarpon 32Cruise : Agde round trip
"For us, the conditions were perfect. Perfect weather, boat working properly, few people on the canal."
 
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 3, 2024, Cirrus BCruise : between Port Cassafières and Homps
"Very positive. Unfortunately, we were a bit unlucky with the weather. It was very windy for two days."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 15, 2024, Vision 4 SLCruise : Homps round trip
"First successful experience of river navigation."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 18, 2024, Estivale Sixto Fly CCruise : Le Somail round trip
"Very good."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 24, 2024, Vision 4Cruise : between Castelnaudary and Trèbes
"Brilliant!"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 13, 2024, Pénichette 1020 FB ACruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"Superb experience with lots of family memories."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 22, 2023, Salsa ACruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"Amazing !!"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 16, 2023, CalypsoCruise : between Port Cassafières and Homps
"We had a great time despite the bad weather."
 
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."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 23, 2023, Tarpon 42 TPCruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"A pleasant experience."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 25, 2023, Triton 1050Cruise : Colombiers round trip
"An experience to be repeated, it was fantastic."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 25, 2023, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"Very happy with this 1st experience."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 16, 2023, Triton 860 FlyCruise : Agde round trip
"Excellent."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 25, 2023, Sedan PrimoCruise : Le Somail round trip
"Pleasant cruise with friendly, helpful lock-keepers and magnificent weather."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 9, 2023, Estivale OctoCruise : between Le Somail and Port-Lauragais
"A great week on a well-maintained boat."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 5, 2023, Peniche FCruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"It was great to experience 'slow' tourism. The locks are very charming."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 3, 2023, Tarpon 42Cruise : Homps round trip
"We had a great time."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 10, 2023, Tarpon 32Cruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"Pleasant cruise, good company, efficient and attentive lock-keepers."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 27, 2023, Tarpon 32Cruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"Superb and very pleasant. To be repeated. I recommend it."
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 6, 2023, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : between Carnon and Homps
"Very satisfied: good welcome, beautiful scenery, high level of comfort…"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 29, 2023, Tarpon 32Cruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"We loved the cruise. It's very pleasant to move around and still enjoy the scenery."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 15, 2023, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : Agde round trip
"Magnificent scenery, well-equipped ports."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 15, 2023, Tarpon 32Cruise : between Colombiers and Carcassonne
"Peace and quiet guaranteed in April."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 10, 2023, Royal Mystique ACruise : 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 Apr 7, 2023, Tarpon 32Cruise : Homps round trip
"Meets expectations. Good advice at reception."
 
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"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 7, 2022, Estivale DuoCruise : Le Somail round trip
"Much appreciated, we will come back with friends."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 14, 2022, Penichette 1500 RCruise : Argens-Minervois round trip
"Very nice."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 1, 2022, Tarpon 37Cruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"Totally in line with our expectations."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 8, 2022, Penichette Evolution P950Cruise : Argens-Minervois round trip
"Very relaxing... great river boat trip"
 
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 Jul 16, 2022, Tarpon 42 TPCruise : between Carcassonne and Colombiers
"Relaxing and colourful holiday"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 13, 2021, Cirrus ACruise : Homps round trip
"''We have chosen to do only navigation without visiting''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 18, 2021, Salsa ACruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"auto-translation :''Relaxing cruise''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 20, 2021, CalypsoCruise : between Port Cassafières and Castelnaudary
"auto-translation :''Do it again!''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 20, 2021, Penichette Evolution P950Cruise : Argens-Minervois round trip
"auto-translation :''Idyllic''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 14, 2021, CalypsoCruise : 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 7, 2021, Tarpon 37Cruise : between Carnon and Homps
"auto-translation :''Very exotic and the pace was just what we were looking for''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 2, 2021, MystiqueCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''Original, pleasant''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 16, 2021, CalypsoCruise : 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 Jun 25, 2021, Sedan PrimoCruise : Le Somail round trip
"auto-translation :''Very pleasant and relaxing moment. A pity that so many trees had to be cut down.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 29, 2021, Sedan PrimoCruise : Le Somail round trip
"auto-translation :''Great.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 21, 2020, Cirrus ACruise : Homps round trip
"auto-translation :''Our grandchildren are delighted, as are we.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 2, 2020, Penichette 935 W ACruise : Agde round trip
"auto-translation :''Beautiful, Good, To Do and To Do again with children and grandchildren''"
 
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,''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 29, 2020, Tarpon 37Cruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :''Well laid out, lots of space, large outdoor terrace''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 31, 2020, Penichette 1106 FBCruise : Argens-Minervois round trip
"auto-translation :''It was great''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 24, 2020, Triton 860 FlyCruise : Homps round trip
"auto-translation :''C'était parfait''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 30, 2019, MagnifiqueCruise : between Castelnaudary and Port Cassafières
"auto-translation :''Superb, friendly meetings with the lock keepers''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 17, 2019, Peniche PCruise : between Carcassonne and Colombiers
"auto-translation :''Very nice journey''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 27, 2019, Penichette 1107 W ACruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :''Rest, life at the rhythm of the canal, disconnection with everyday life, exactly what we were looking for!''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 29, 2019, Confort 900 DPCruise : Le Somail round trip
"auto-translation :''relaxation and tranquility, freedom to dock wherever you want"'"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 3, 2019, MagnifiqueCruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''Super nature and rewarding experience''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 28, 2019, Triton 860 FlyCruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"auto-translation :''The one-way course Carcassonne / Agde is a pleasure and is very easy to achieve''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 15, 2019, Pénichette 1400 FB ACruise : between Carnon and Homps
"auto-translation :'Superb region! We want to come back in October. ''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 11, 2019, Salsa BCruise : 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 Mystique ACruise : Castelnaudary round trip
"auto-translation :''Nice, relaxing but active''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 15, 2018, Haines 34Cruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :''Delighted with our adventure''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Sep 14, 2018, Triton 860 FlyCruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"auto-translation :''Very nice and meeting with other tourists and real sailors''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 8, 2018, Haines 40Cruise : Agde round trip
"Very good experience"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 11, 2018, Sedan PrimoCruise : Le Somail round trip
"auto-translation :''A beautiful experience''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 5, 2018, Confort 1350 VIPCruise : Le Somail round trip
"Excellent 10 days"
 
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 Jul 7, 2018, Tarpon 37Cruise : Agde round trip
"auto-translation :''Relaxing''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 29, 2018, Triton 860 FlyCruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"auto-translation :''Great and more one way trip.''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 14, 2018, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"Athletic"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 7, 2018, Tarpon 42Cruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"auto-translation :''Always as exotic''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 7, 2018, Estivale SixtoCruise : Le Somail round trip
"auto-translation :''Very nice. We had already done this bike tour.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 16, 2018, CalypsoCruise : 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 May 5, 2018, CapriceCruise : Narbonne round trip
"auto-translation :''Very nice and friendly''"
 
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 21, 2018, Tarpon 49 QPCruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"auto-translation :''We had a great week and the weather with us''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 14, 2018, Tarpon 42Cruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"auto-translation :''Permanent wonder, calm and relaxation on the boat and stopover.''"
 
5
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''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 12, 2017, Eau-Claire 930 FlyCruise : Homps round trip
"Very Good"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 12, 2017, Tarpon 42 TPCruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"Loved the scenery and peacefulness of the crusining. Enjoyed the small towns/villages in the evening for eating."
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 12, 2017, Tarpon 42Cruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :''Very exotic''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jul 29, 2017, Tarpon 42Cruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"auto-translation :''Quiet, pleasant and friendly''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 17, 2017, Sedan PrimoCruise : Le Somail round trip
"auto-translation :''Calm and relaxing are the key words of our cruise.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 3, 2017, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : between Carnon and Homps
"Very enjoyable would recommend the route, we were blessed with good weather"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Jun 17, 2017, Sedan PrimoCruise : Le Somail round trip
"auto-translation :''Not enough mooring point, they are occupied by boats docked or reserved for passenger boats''"
 
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''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 15, 2017, Tarpon 37Cruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"Great itinerary, although the locks for the first couple of days were quite challenging."
 
4
Cruise carried out on Apr 22, 2017, Tarpon 42Cruise : between Carnon and Homps
"auto-translation :''Pleasant and exotic''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 22, 2016, Tarpon 42Cruise : Agde round trip
"auto-translation :''A superb and unforgettable experience, to be rebuilt as soon as the opportunity arises''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 17, 2016, Espade 850 FlyCruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :''Very relaxing and depaysant''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 19, 2016, Triton 860 FlyCruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"Plenty of time to visit towns along the way"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Oct 3, 2016, Pénichette 1165 FB ACruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :''Restful and relaxing''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 17, 2016, Triton 860 FlyCruise : Agde round trip
"auto-translation :''Nice cruise on the Canal du Midi''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Sep 3, 2016, Estivale DuoCruise : Le Somail round trip
"Very enjoyable- a canal cruise certainly takes ones mind off most other issues"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 27, 2016, Tarpon 49 QPCruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"Loved the canal scenery and wine cellars"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 13, 2016, Triton 860 FlyCruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :''Exotic, ideal to disconnect and let live along the canal.''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 29, 2016, Confort 1350 VIPCruise : Le Somail round trip
"auto-translation :''Very good, but many locks''"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 15, 2016, Estivale Quattro BCruise : Le Somail round trip
"auto-translation :''Beautiful experience of a magnificent area where people are very welcoming''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 23, 2016, Tarpon 49 QPCruise : Carcassonne round trip
"We love the Canal du Midi"
 
4
Cruise carried out on Aug 13, 2016, Estivale SixtoCruise : Le Somail round trip
"auto-translation :''Interesting works, very nice channel''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 1, 2016, Espade 930Cruise : Agde round trip
"auto-translation :''Beautiful scenary ''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 18, 2016, Espade Concept FlyCruise : Colombiers round trip
"auto-translation :''Very nice''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Aug 1, 2016, Sedan 1160 ACruise : between Carnon and Homps
"auto-translation :''Very beautiful landscape , different view''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 9, 2016, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : between Carcassonne and Colombiers
"lovely scenery and people"
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jun 20, 2016, Confort 1350 VIPCruise : between Bellegarde and Le Somail
"auto-translation :''Very nice and varied river cruise''"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 21, 2016, Triton 1050Cruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"Excellent, support of Canalous was excellent and their staff at pick up and drop off most helpful. We were happy with the time of year we chose to cruise as was quiet and peaceful"
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 14, 2016, Tarpon 49 QPCruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"Great experience enjoyed by all crew"
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 6, 2016, Riviera 1130 ACruise : Agde round trip
"auto-translation :"The weather was not with us but the atmosphere on board is always remained good .""
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 4, 2016, Haines 40Cruise : Carcassonne round trip
"auto-translation :"Very well despite the weather that has not been great""
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 11, 2016, Triton 860 FlyCruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"auto-translation :"Very satisfying cruise""
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 25, 2015, Tarpon 37Cruise : between Carcassonne and Agde
"auto-translation :"Course and very friendly small villages""
 
5
Cruise carried out on Jul 3, 2015, Penichette 935 W ACruise : Agde round trip
"auto-translation :"We enjoyed the atmosphere of the canal , meetings with other users and landscapes.""
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 30, 2015, Tarpon 37 DPCruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"auto-translation :"Very good""
 
4
Cruise carried out on May 22, 2015, Sedan 1000 ACruise : Homps round trip
"auto-translation :"Very good""
 
5
Cruise carried out on May 13, 2015, Sedan 1000 ACruise : Homps round trip
"auto-translation :"Very pleasant despite the wind""
 
5
Cruise carried out on Apr 18, 2015, Tarpon 42Cruise : between Agde and Carcassonne
"auto-translation :"Very nice and very exotic""

Travelling with CrisBoat

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The region of Carcassonne

Carcassonne

Moor your licence-free boat in Carcassonne to contemplate the colorful facades of the Bastide Saint-Louis district, a lively city center with local markets, restaurants and shops.

The medieval citadelle is twice listed at the UNESCO World Heritage since 1977. The fortified citadel was built during the Roman Empire and became a strategic place during the Middle Ages. You will love its townhouses, churches and museums.

Trèbes

Trèbes has the particularity of being surrounded by remarkable architectural river works: on the West side you will see the Orbiel Aqueduct, a canal-brige with three arches from the 17th century, on the East side you will go through a lock staircase. You will be seduced by this cute village, its small streets and the Saint-Etienne Church. This church is home to the “Trèbes treasures”: 320 oak crows that support the structure and each one carry a painted character. Take a seat at one of the harbour restaurants and enjoy the peace and quiet.

Local market on Sunday Mornings

Homps

Homps is an old trading port from where barrels of Minervois or Corbières were shipped to Bordeaux. Today, the village lives to the rhythm of its river stopover and welcomes boaters during their navigation on the canal. At the Minervois wine house, discover the know-how of the Aude winegrowers and a great selection of the best local wines. A real treat!

Jouarres Lake

Easily accessible from the port of Homps thanks to a footpath, the Jouarre Lake is a charming and peaceful place, ideal for a relaxing break. Surrounded by olive trees, vines and pine trees, the lake offers a beach, a hiking track and a playground for kids. You can also rent canoes, paddles and pedal boats. Fishing lovers will be delighted, as fishing is permitted.

Le Somail

Le Somail, a mythical stopover for passengers boats, is a pretty hamlet which has kept all its authenticity, with its famous stone bridge and an ice house, a large stone building where one used to stock ice blocks from the Black Mountain in winter. The village is known for being one of the most pleasant stopovers on the Canal. Head to the Bonnal House if you want to learn about the History of the village. Make sure to stop at the antiquarian bookshop where you will find over 50 000 books, from cheap paperbacks to very rare editions.

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 (oil, diesel, gas, etc.). Depending on the category of the boat, the package varies from 7 € to 22 € per hour of navigation.

** Included on some boats