Destinations

Canal du Midi

Heritage and Local Stopovers

Your boating holiday starts on France’s longest pound and leads to Homps to discover Minervois wines, villages, swimming and fishing

Departure :

Le Somail

Via :

Homps

Arrival :

Le Somail

From

246€

Dates from 26/10/2026 to 29/10/2026 (3 nights) on model Cruiser Comfort 2/4 Pers.

The must-sees
Our tips for your cruise

Visit Ventenac-en-Minervois and its château

Visiting Ventenac-en-Minervois means diving into the winegrowing heritage of the region and admiring its château-cellar.

Discover Le Somail, a picturesque village

Cruising from Le Somail, one of the most beautiful villages along the Canal du Midi, allows you to explore its fascinating history, including an icehouse from 1684 and a unique second-hand bookshop. It’s the perfect spot to pause before starting your journey.

Explore Paraza and its historic canal bridge

Paraza is famous for the Répudre Aqueduct, the oldest in France, dating from the 17th century. This historical site also features the château where Paul Riquet, creator of the Canal du Midi, once stayed — a rich stop for history lovers.

The itinerary
The steps of your cruise

Le Somail

Ventenac-en-Minervois

Paraza

Roubia

Argens-Minervois

Homps

Le Somail

With its picturesque stone bridge and historic atmosphere, Le Somail is one of the most charming villages on the canal. A perfect place to stroll and enjoy the peaceful setting.

Ventenac-en-Minervois

This charming village in the Narbonne region is built like an amphitheater on a hillside, offering a beautiful panoramic view over the plains of Canet, Raissac, and Saint-Nazaire, nourished by the Aude River. Be sure to visit the wine cellar and attic of the Château de Ventenac-en-Minervois to learn more about Minervois wines and their grape varieties.

Paraza

Paraza is home to the majestic Château de Paraza, where Paul Riquet once stayed to witness the filling of the Répudre aqueduct , the oldest canal bridge in France, just 1 km from the port.

Roubia

Charming circular village (circulade) near the Moulin de la Restanque, where you can taste and purchase regional olive oils.

Argens-Minervois

Charming village centered around a 14th-century château, surrounded by vineyards, a lake, and wild garrigue. Discover local wine heritage at the Wine & Vine Museum in nearby Lézignan-Corbières (5 km).

Homps

From the Port‑Minervois harbour at Homps, walk 400 m to Lake Jouarres. Ideal for swimming, windsurfing, canoeing-kayaking, paddleboarding, or carp fishing.