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Information About Carcassonne, Canal Du Midi / Carmargue

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Things to do in Carcassonne

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Why do we recommend stopping here?

Carcassonne is a world renowned UNESCO World Heritage site and is one of France's top tourist attractions. It has easy access from the airport and railway station and is an unmissable stop if you are cruising this part of the canal.

What is there to see?

The Medieval City, the castle and ramparts, the Basilica St Nazaire, where mass is still celebrated every Sunday at 11am. For something different, visit The Raymond Chésa Leisure Park , close to the imposing walls of the Cité Médiévale, and extending over 40 hectares - with picnic areas, pedalos, a mini golf course, several beach volleyball courts and a forest adventure park. The Number 7 bus gets you there very easily.

Do any famous people live here?

Joë Bousquet, a French poet who was born at Narbonne, lived at Carcassone until his death. You can visit the Memorial House where he lived.

Rene Nelli (1906 - 1982), writer, historian. Befriended Joe Bousquet and members of the Surrealist movement, more specifically Paul Eluard. As a historian he instigated a new interest in the art of the Troubadours and Catharism, which led to the renaissance of a modern occitan culture.

Insider Information

It is quieter during the night to moor on the far side of the marina from the town.

Is there a public swimming pool?

The municipal pool at Carcassonne is too far from the canal. There is however an open air pool called Piscine Paicherou open normally between mid June and the end of August and is about 15 minutes walk through the main shopping street.

Is there a tourist office?

Yes - several including one at the entrance to the old city


Eating and Drinking in Carcassonne

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Budget restaurant

There are many restaurants here, both in the lower town and also up in the medieval city, offering a wide range of style and prices


Practicalities at Carcassonne

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Mooring

Moor at the marina here which is fully equipped with all services. Tel: +33 (0)4 68 25 10 48 or email port.carcassonne@wanadoo.fr

Can I get water here?

Yes

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

Yes

Can I get fuel here?

Yes

Are there any waste pump facilities here?

No

Are there any public waste bins here?

Yes

Are there toilet/shower facilities here?

Yes

Is there a bank?

Yes, there are several in town

Is there an ATM?

Yes

Is there a post office?

Yes

Is there a pharmacy?

Pharmacie Alard, 48, Rue Georges Clemenceau, Carcassonne. Tel: 04 68 25 08 59, Pharmacie Bastide, 5, Avenue Franklin Roosevelt, Carcassonne. Tel: 04 68 25 16 46

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