France Boating Holidays - Canal du Midi

Carcassonne (Trebes) Base

Not until you have enjoyed a cruising holiday on the Canal du Midi can you truly say that you understand the simple pleasures of life. Winding its way through the lower plains of the great Languedoc region - the prime wine producing region of France, exploring the Canal du Midi is a must for any lover of food and wine.


At the Base

Base Opening Hours

Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat: 9am – 5pm.
Tue, Thu and Sun: 10am – 4pm

Local Market

Saturday morning, place Carnot in Carcassonne. 
Tuesday and Thursday mornings, Bastide Saint-Louis in Carcassonne. 

Fishing

Fishing is allowed, however a fishing permit is required. The permit can be obtained online at www.cartedepeche.fr. It will be valid for 2 weeks and will cost approximately €30.

Parking at the Base

Pre-bookable secured parking offsite (300 meters from the base) or public unsecured parking near the base.

Tourist Office

12 Avenue Pierre Curie,
11800 Trèbes,
France


Travel Information

By Road

Be prepared

It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For example, there is a new legal requirement in France to carry a breathalyser, triangle & florescent jacket in your car. For driving advice and a list of the equipment youll need, please visit https://www.theaa.com/european-breakdown-cover/driving-in-europe

Car rental 

  • Rent a car: 58 Av. Franklin Roosevelt, 11000 Carcassonne (9 km)
  • ADA: St Jean de l’Arnouze, Rue Claude Chappe, 11000 Carcassonne (13 km)

By Rail

Closest train station(s):

  • Carcassonne: 15 km

By Air

Closest airport(s):

  • Carcassonne: 15 km (via D6113)