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Boat · Carcassonne

Carcassonne Croisière

Two panoramic boats, the Lou Gabaret and the Hélios, with commentated cruises on the Canal du Midi from the port of Carcassonne, next to the station.

Who they are

A shipping company with two panoramic boats designed for the Canal du Midi, the Lou Gabaret and the Hélios, based at the port of Carcassonne. They hold the Qualité Sud de France and Qualité Tourisme marks.

What they do

Five routes of 1 h 30 to 2 h 45 from the port, at 6 km/h: the Croisière Cité, with two locks and a view of the Cité (€10.50 adults, €8 ages 3 to 12), the canal-bridge one, the Détente of about 15 km, the Nature one towards Toulouse with a stop at the Épanchoir de Foucaud and, in July and August, a cruise with a midday picnic in the Foucaud garden. There are also cruises with lunch or dinner on board.

How it works

Depending on the season there are two to eight sailings a day. You board next to the railway station, 15 minutes beforehand. The guide comments in French, English and Spanish. The Lou Gabaret is wheelchair accessible and animals are admitted.

What they run

The Geocalia activities run by Carcassonne Croisière, with the prices and terms they publish.

  • Canal du Midi cruise from the port of Carcassonne in Carcassonne Croisière Cité: 1 h 30 on the Canal du Midi with two locks From €11 per adult · 1 h 30 · April – October Children aged 3 to 12, €8. Sailings at 10:30 and 14:30 from April to June and in September; in October, at 10:30. Boarding next to the station, 15 minutes beforehand. Commentary in French, English and Spanish Book

Independent companies: you book with them, on their terms. Prices are as they publish them and may change.

Practical details

Opening hours

Port ticket office from 9:00 to 20:00 in season. Cruises from April to October

Languages
French, English, Spanish

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Frequently asked questions

Do they speak Spanish?

Yes, the tour is also commentated in Spanish.

Where do you catch the boat?

At the port of Carcassonne, next to the station, on the rue Promenade du Canal.

Can you board with a dog?

Yes, animals are accepted.

Independent company: you book with them, on their terms.

Opening hours and prices can change: check them before you go.

Is this your company? Write to us to correct or complete the details.

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