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Information About Montesqiueu Lauragais, Canal Du Midi / Carmargue


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Things to do in Montesqiueu Lauragais

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Why do we recommend stopping here?

An historic town on the canal. The Renaissance castle in the village is presently the town hall (mairie).

What is there to see?

At this lock, there is a collection of buildings including a chapel, stables and an ice cellar, next to the hotel where the passengers on the postal barges in days gone by could have dinner

Is there a market day?

no

Is there a tourist office?

no


Eating and Drinking in Montesqiueu Lauragais

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Budget restaurant

La Maison du Vieux Four
Address: 19 rue des Plumassières (15 min walking from the lock to the village)
Cuisine: traditional and local
Speciality: cassoulet, fish dishes, grills and baked Camembert cheese.
Opening Hours: 12:00 to 2:00pm and from 7:00pm to 9:00pm (reservation needed for parties over 6 persons - closed on Monday night and Tuesday night . Before April 15th iti s only open at midday every day, and Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.
Contact Details: tel +33 561 27 52 92


Shopping in Montesqiueu Lauragais

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What other shops are there??

There are no shops here.


Practicalities at Montesqiueu Lauragais

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Mooring

at the lock of Négra (PK 33,5)

Can I get water here?

The harbour is run by Locaboat. Facilities are only available when their mechanic on duty is on the spot (closed on Sundays)

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

Yes

Can I get fuel here?

Yes

Are there any public waste bins here?

yes

Are there toilet/shower facilities here?

Yes - only during office hours

Is there a bank?

no

Is there an ATM?

no

Is there a doctor?

no

Is there a dentist?

no

Is there a pharmacy?

no

Is there a taxi company here?

At Gardouch. Taxi Villenouvelle +33 615 06 89 69

Can I get internet access here?

no

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