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Information About Ventenac, Canal Du Midi / Carmargue

Previous stop: Paraza

Next stop: Capestang Pk 198


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Things to do in Ventenac

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Why do we recommend stopping here?

This lovely little town has many features typical of the Minervois region. The village of Ventenac with restaurants, a post office and a bakery. also has a château, with it own wine museum, and this is the focal point of the village. Try the local wines which are reputed to be excellent!

What is there to see?

Wine museum on the first floor of the "Château de Ventenac"

Is there a market day?

There is a very small food market on Wednesdays at the Place de la Mairie


Eating and Drinking in Ventenac

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Budget restaurant

Le Coustelou
Address: beside the wine cave
Cuisine: french cuisine
Speciality: Grilled meat cooked on open coals
Opening Hours: every day in July and August, closed on Wednesdays during low season
Contact Details: Tel.: 04 68 43 28 80

Moderately priced restaurant

Le Grilladou
Address: at the canal
Cuisine: local dishes
Opening Hours: closed on Mondays
Contact Details: Tel: 04 68 43 25 56


Shopping in Ventenac

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What other shops are there??

There is a grocery shop with bakery, 200 m from the canal in the centre of the village


Practicalities at Ventenac

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Mooring

There are limited mooring spaces here but near the stone bridge you can usually find a good spot - just in front of the wine cave "Château de Ventenac".

Can I get water here?

yes

Are there any public waste bins here?

yes

Is there a post office?

Yes

Can I get internet access here?

Internet access is available at the library

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