Barge cruise on the Canal du Midi

Cruise the historic Canal du Midi on a comfortable barge. Enjoy narrated tours, scenic views, and a relaxing atmosphere. Perfect for families.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Colombiers - The journey starts on the untamed side of the Canal du Midi. You’ll be able to take in the scenery as it unfolds along the waterway to the quaint village of Colombiers, known for its charming little river port.
  • The nine Locks of Fonseranes - Our departures and arrivals occur right at the historic Fonseranes locks site.
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What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • On-board restrooms
  • Parking fees
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
  • Snacks
  • Gratuities
  • No in-person guide
Additional Information

Sail through history on the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climb aboard a comfortable barge for a peaceful, guided cruise. Admire the famous works of art that punctuate this historic waterway around Béziers, including the Fonseranes lock staircase and the majestic Béziers Canal Bridge.
During your cruise, you can enjoy your own picnic or…

Location
Cap Au Sud
Route de Narbonne
Park at the 9 locks car park (rue du canal Royal) then follow the path on the wooden footbridge to the canal (approx. 300m journey). Once at the edge of the canal you will see the pier from the top of the locks just before the building (where the ticket office is located). Boarding begins at 12:30 p.m.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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D3373qmklausm
Jun 7, 2025
The boat trip offers four historical highlights and nobody should miss it! - Perfect directions, in the office you will receive the ticket confirmation, a voucher for a bottle of water and a voucher for the parking fees incurred. On time, the ship departs and you dive into the interesting, historical history of the Canal du Midi- After about 45min. we turn around and we drive back, past the pier and down with the lock stairs. Good explanation also in German via clear loudspeaker announcements. We cross the canal bridge and see the legendary wedge-ship hoist on the way back. Now we stop at the pier below the locks and the journey is unfortunately over. The path to the parking lot is now about 300m longer, for the disabled a caddy of the city administration is ready.
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Lieslex
May 27, 2025
Locks - It's the oldest city in France, you don't see it that way. In any case, one must make a lock speed. Through the nine locks, through a tunnel and under low bridges. But the best part is the viaduct over the river. Fantastich
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Marie-claude
May 10, 2025
Very nice cruise - Great time. The team very professional and very kind. Very nice setting. I loved the passage of the locks that was really unknown to me
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Beatricetb7125lq
May 10, 2025
a discovery of the region and this barge route in Fonsérane is to be done! - Very pleasant and interesting course. Soothing and friendly welcome. All right! Itinerary to do with family or friends. The comments are very clear.
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C4549bsmartinw
May 8, 2025
A game of two halves. - An enjoyable afternoon. I think you should enjoy your lunch in the first hour then enjoy the journey down the locks and over the river.
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Lucienfaux
May 4, 2025
TRAVEL VERY AGEABLE STAFF VERY ADVENTUROUS SUPER NICE - We had a wonderful day despite my chair everything was perfect, the staff very kind to accompany us, happy to meet competent and kind people this is so rare BRAVO FOR YOUR WELCOME
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Robertbn7198rn
Jun 17, 2025
Well worth doing the barge to learn more about the Canal du Midi. - The ride along the Canal was lovely, with occasional commentary in French/English/German. Excellent driving by Captain Sarah turning the barge around at both ends. Going across the water bridge and down through the 9 locks were the highlights.
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Genevefamily
Apr 29, 2025
Great. - Great cruise with a beautiful scenery. Nice crew.👍 Too bad there is no helmet for the explanations of the visit.
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Jrbsbg
Jun 16, 2025
A little heavy and monotonous - First part a bit monotonous until Colombiers back and forth (I don't recommend it, if you can avoid it). Second part: the passage of the locks is absolutely recommended. Duration of 2h 30m excessive and a bit boring. I do not understand that through the web we pay 232€ for 8 adults and that once there, buying the ticket at the ticket offices cost 160€.
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Linsey
May 20, 2025
Setback - We did this trip. For the first half hour, all you could see was reeds and then half an hour back. Then you go into the locks and you're dropped off. You better check the locks for 15 minutes. Then you've seen just as much. Personal was otherwise nice.
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From $33
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).