About this experience
Half-day houseboat cruise tour to discover the major structures of the Canal du Midi: the Orb Lock, the Canal Bridge, the Fonséranes Locks, and the Malpas Tunnel. Lunch in an air-conditioned room
Highlights
- Marvel at the tumultuous Fonséranes Locks!
- Come to discover the structures of the Canal du Midi
- Come and discover Béziers in a different way, with a guaranteed change of scenery!
What's included
- Half-day cruise tour with commentary
- Lunch in an air-conditioned room
- Shuttle
- On-board bar
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
To get to Béziers via the A9 motorway - Exit 36 – Béziers Ouest
At 11:30 AM - Front desk at 27 Avenue Pierre Brousse in Béziers (paid parking from Monday to Friday)
Transportation by shuttle bus to the embarkation point
Around 12:00 pm, boarding the houseboat at the Port de Colombiers
Passage under the Pont Rabote and the Malpas Tunnel
Typical local meal: Lunch on the water in an air-conditioned room (Mussel Cappuccino, served with warm sweet chorizo cake - Sète-style calamari strips (very light aioli served separately) - Chocolate Bavarois - complimentary coffee
For any special requests related to food, please contact us by message or phone.
2:00 PM - On the way back - To the sound of the cicadas
A unique and impressive souvenir:
Navigation on the Grand Bief and passage through the Port de Colombiers
Descending passage through the tumultuous 9 Fonseranes Locks
The Pond Canal on the Orb - Length 240 m - Width 28 m - Height 12 m
The Orb Lock - The highest on the Canal du Midi - Height 6.19 m
Around 4:00 PM - Drop-off at the Quai Port Neuf in Béziers
Terms & conditions
Please advise us of any food allergies or intolerances (menu changes can be made upon request in advance)
Paid parking Monday to Friday
Audio commentary in French
Printed commentaries in English, Spanish, German, Dutch (ask the crew)