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Plan your route using our comprehensive guide including pictures and maps.
- Most days of sunshine in the whole of France – enjoy warm cruising weather as late as October
- Lock free cruising on the Etang de Thau
- Suggested to moor overnight in the marinas
- Good links to motorways and TGV train stations
Camargue - South of France
Enjoy a peaceful way of life - seemingly unchanged for centuries as you journey under vast blue skies along the Canal du Rhone à Sète through the natural salt lakes and peaceful reed marshes that make up the Camargue.
- Fabulous beach resorts at Palavas les Flots, Carnon, La Grand Motte and Le Grau du Roi
- Ancient ports, fishing villages and historic towns – visit Aigues Mortes, Marseillan, Le Grau du Roi and Bouzigues
- A wildlife haven – the Camargue is the only nesting place for graceful flamingos in the whole of France
- Visit the homes of the wonderful aperitifs Muscat de Frontignan at Frontignan and Noilly Prat at Marseillan
- Dine at fabulous seafood restaurants, serving delicious local specialities such as Moules Marinières, Bouzigues Oysters and Brandade de Morue
The Crusader Cruise
Port Cassafières > Aigues Mortes > Port Cassafières
Cruise in the Camargue at leisure relaxing at small harbour-front restaurants and visiting the Noilly Prat vermouth cellars at Marseillan before reaching the beautiful medieval walled city of Aigues Mortes. This 13th century fortified town remains largely intact and is a joy to explore.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- Return Trip
- Distance:
- 168 km
- Locks:
- 4
- Cruise Time:
- 30 hrs
The Seaside Cruise
Beaucaire <=> Port Cassafières
Enjoy the Camargue’s rich diversity of culture and wildlife and beautiful open landscapes as you cruise in the sunshine along the Canal du Rhône à Sète, alongside the oyster beds of the Etang de Thau to the seaside town of Port Cassafières.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- One Way
- Distance:
- 128 km
- Locks:
- 3
- Cruise Time:
- 23 hrs
The Sunshine Cruise
Beaucaire > Sète > Beaucaire
With only two locks, this cruise is perfect for beginners and sunshine cruisers! Go swimming, hire windsurfers or go scuba diving at the beach resort of Palavas les Flots. Make sure you have binoculars to spot the wildlife on the Etang de Thau.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- Return Trip
- Distance:
- 220 km
- Locks:
- 2
- Cruise Time:
- 37 hrs
The Wine Lover's Cruise
Homps > Marseillan > Homps
Combine a classic Canal du Midi cruise with the delights of the Camargue. Enjoy delightful villages, waterside restaurants and the crystal clear waters of the Etang de Thau in the heart of the Camargue. Enjoy a fabulous meal at the Port of Marseillan, home of French Noilly Prat Vermouth.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- Return Trip
- Distance:
- 190 km
- Locks:
- 38
- Cruise Time:
- 38 hrs
The Flamingo Cruise
St Gilles <=> Port Cassafières
Explore the ramparts of the medieval walled city of Aigues Mortes and swim in the sunshine at Carnon. You’ll need your binoculars for the panoramic views and birdlife as you cross the lock-free Etang de Thau. Spend time exploring Agde, one of France’s oldest towns and go horse-riding alongside the canal at Port Cassafières.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- One Way
- Distance:
- 98 km
- Locks:
- 2
- Cruise Time:
- 20 hrs
The Guardians' Cruise
St Gilles > Etang de Thau > St Gilles
Explore the delightful 13th century fortified town of Aigues Mortes and enjoy superb views from its ramparts. Head towards La Grande Motte to see pink flamingos gather in their thousands. Sip some cool Muscat in the shaded alleys of Frontignan and enjoy an evening promenade at Sète.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- Return Trip
- Distance:
- 146 km
- Locks:
- 0
- Cruise Time:
- 22 hrs
