The Midi-Robine Cruise

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The Midi-Robine Cruise

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Trèbes to Narbonne

109.5km / 34 locks / 24.5 hrs of cruising
Combine the famous, tree-lined Canal du Midi, including legendary Carcassonne, with the splendour of the Canal de la Robine. This delightful canal meanders lazily through vast lakes and nature reserves towards the Mediterranean coast. This itinerary will deliver a boating holiday full or variety, which takes in popular, iconic sites as well as and lesser-known gems.

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  • Day 1: Arrive in Trèbes
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    Arrive in pretty Trebes and, after settling into your boat, discover the beautiful oak beams and sculpted figures of the 13th century church nearby.
  • Day 2: Trèbes to Puichéric
    17.5km / 11 locks / 5hrs of cruising
    Take a short taxi ride to the ancient Cathar stronghold of Carcassonne for a tour of the city walls and 12th Century Chateau. Enjoy lunch among the bustling cobbled streets within the city walls and then head back to your boat and begin you peaceful cruise eastwards.
  • Day 3: Puichéric to Ventenac
    25km / 8 locks / 5hrs of cruising
    Explore the leafy trails of Le Redorte before lunch at the elegant Chateau. Then it’s time for a spot of wine-tasting at the Ventenac Minervois Cave Cooperative… and chance to stock up for the rest of your journey of course!
  • Day 4: Ventenac to Le Somail
    5km / 0 locks / 1hrs of cruising
    In Le Somail, wander among the crammed bookshelves of Madam Gourgue’s Antiquarian Bookshop where you’ll find everything from cheap paperbacks to very rare editions. After lunch, head into the countryside for a tour around the Olive Groves of L’Oulibo.
  • Day 5: Le Somail to Narbonne
    18km / 9 locks / 5.5 hrs of cruising
    Visit the fascinating Amphoralis gallo-roman potters’ Museum, the site of a 1st – 3rd century Roman Potter factory that has recently been uncovered. Spend the afternoon cruising along the pretty Canal de la Robine towards Narbonne
  • Day 6: Narbonne to Port-la-Nouvelle
    22km / 3 locks / 4hrs of cruising
    A walk around Narbonne takes you through 2500 years of history, including the very grand Archbishop’s Palace and cloisters and the remarkable Gothic cathedral. In the afternoon, as you head south towards the Mediterranean coast, the scenery changes and the canal leads you among a vast network of lakes.
  • Day 7: Port-la-Nouvelle
    22km / 3 locks / 4hrs of cruising
    Take a morning stroll around the bustling fishing port of Port-la-Nouvelle or along the vast sandy beaches nearby before heading back to Narbonne. On the way, stop for a walk around the Isle of Sainte-Lucie, a nature reserve of exceptional beauty. The day finishes back in Narbonne for a final farewell dinner – bon appétit!

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Notes

This itinerary is a suggestion only. All cruising distances and times are approximations and are subject to local navigation restrictions at the time you cruise, planned or otherwise. Please check advertised opening times of sights and attractions to avoid disappointment. Various tours or attractions may need to be booked in advance. All meals, entry fees and tour tariffs are payable at your own expense

Note: This itinerary can also be taken in the opposite direction

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