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Information About Capestang, Canal Du Midi / Carmargue

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Things to do in Capestang

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Why do we recommend stopping here?

A very nice village built around the Collegiale Church (a southern monument from the 14th century) and the Castle, which was once the the secondar residence of the Archbishop of Narbonne

Is there a market day?

The market is held on Wednesday and Sunday mornings

Is there a public swimming pool?

no

Is there a tourist office?

yes, Tél. : 04 67 93 40 90

Is there a golf course here or nearby?

no

Are there any museums near here?

no

Is there anything else worth mentioning?

At point PK 192, the Domaine de Guery is a winery of over 400 years old. Mr Tastavy and family welcome visitors for wine tasting and demonstrations of old wine making equipment. Tél. 04 67 93 42 17


Eating and Drinking in Capestang

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Best places to drink an aperitif?

Café de La Paix
Atmosphere: A typical local village bar.
Opening Hours: from 8.00 am til 10.00 pm
Contact Details: Tel: 04 67 93 67 60

Budget restaurant

La Batelière - fixed menus at approximately €15/€25 per head
Address: Located on the side of the canal near the stone bridge
Atmosphere: The canal offers al fresco dining with a terrace overlooking the the canal
Cuisine: The restaurant offers a wide range of styles to cater for most tastes.
Opening Hours: from 12.00 am to 3.00pm and from 7.00 to 10.00pm
Contact Details: Tel: 04 67 93 42 77

Moderately priced restaurant

La Table du Vigneron , Domaine Cros
Address: 3 rue paul Bert
Atmosphere: You enter through two huge doors into a large, stone courtyard shaded by an enormous tree. The old wine cellar is straight ahead and open for dining inside
Cuisine: Fresh and natural products from the region are served
Opening Hours: from 12.00 am to 3.00 pm and from 7.00 pm to 10.00 pm
Contact Details: Marie Cros Tel: 04 67 93 48 90


Shopping in Capestang

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Supermarket

Intermarché
In the town centre
Opening Hours: from 9.00 to 12.30 am and from 2.00 to 7.30 pm


Practicalities at Capestang

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Mooring

There are always lots of private boats are moored here as it is a very popular stop, so finding space could be difficult - but not usually impossible! Mooring is available on both sides of the canal.

Can I get water here?

yes, along the quay

Are there any 220v points to plug the boat into?

yes, along the quay

Can I get fuel here?

no

Are there any waste pump facilities here?

no

Are there any public waste bins here?

yes, along the quay

Are there toilet/shower facilities here?

no

Is there a bank?

There are several banks in the village

Is there an ATM?

yes

Is there a post office?

yes, in the village

Is there a doctor?

Dr BOUDET Philippe, 20 rue Louis Baisse tél. 04 67 93 30 48

Is there a dentist?

Dr DOUCET Christophe, 2 bis bd Pasteur tél: 04 67 93 47 89

Is there a pharmacy?

PHARMACIE AIQUI REBOUL, 8 rue Gambetta, tél: 04 67 93 91 34

Is there a taxi company here?

CAPES TAXIS Tel: 06 03 87 05 88

Can I get internet access here?

no

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