Port Midi-Pyrénées

Since its creation, the city of Sète is particularly attached to its port. Nowadays, it has several activities: fishing, trade and yachting. The fishing sector is located downtown and contributes to the traditional and typical image of the city. The commercial sector contributes to the competitiveness of the companies in the region. Finally, the marina has 1,100 moorings in the canals for the city's subscribers and 750 moorings with a view of Mont-Saint-Clair.

The port of Bouzigues is the first stop of the Canal du Midi on the Etang de Thau. It is a typical small port of a charming and preserved village, which gave its name to the oysters produced in the pond. On the practical side, the port is composed of two basins for pleasure boating and fishing. They are accompanied by a pontoon and a quay of more than 100 meters long. It has 92 moorings for pleasure craft and 16 moorings for passing barges. The history of this port and its environment is told in the museum of the Thau Lagoon, located a few meters from the dock.

Cap d'Agde has two perfectly equipped ports: the main port and the Ambonne port. The first one, impressive by its size, is committed to limit its environmental impact and guarantee the quality of its waters, it holds the labels "Clean Ports in Languedoc-Roussillon" and "Blue Flag". The second is located in the heart of the naturist village. It allows nearly 300 boats to be welcomed. Access to the area remains regulated throughout the year.

The municipality of Marseillan has three port areas: Marseillan-ville, Marseillan-plage and the departmental port of Tabarka which has modern facilities. The port is now pedestrian, which ensures greater tranquility around the boats. The place has kept all its authenticity, like the basalt stones of the crown which have been cleaned and replaced identically. A vast esplanade makes the place pleasant, while a salt water fountain, which creates a sublime mirror, makes this space sparkle.

The charming little marina of Trèbes, on the Canal du Midi, is located opposite the tourist office. Mooring is free, water is provided by the town hall, and electricity is charged by the Boat. The port is just a stone's throw from the town center and the Carcassonne bus stop.

For information: from Trèbes, bus route no. 10 is a regular service to Carcassonne every day except Sundays and public holidays.

Narbonne's river port is located on the Canal de la Robine, the essential artery that keeps this ancient Roman city moving. The Robine, a UNESCO World Heritage site, welcomes yachtsmen all year round on 2.5 kilometers of 4 quays: the Quai Central (Quai des Barques), located in the heart of the historic city and reserved for temporary stopovers, the Quai Vallière, the Quai d'Alsace and the Quai de l'Escoute. The Capitainerie offices are located in the Lavoir parking lot, near the Charité locks.

Located in the Petit Bassin, near the heart of town, this Blue Flag and Tourisme & Handicap-certified marina offers a wide range of services on the quayside and in the river office. Logistical services and water, electricity and Wi-Fi connections for pleasure boats. You'll also find a laundry and bike drop-off area, and much more besides: a resource area with cycle-touring maps for trips on the Canal du Midi.

La Grande-Motte was designed to offer a new range of leisure and vacation activities, so it's no surprise that its harbor welcomes yachtsmen. The structure offers all the necessary services to facilitate stays: 24-hour reception, night reception service, secure pontoons, handling, lifting station for multihulls, yacht reception... It also boasts a diving center and the "Pavillon Bleu" label.

Port-Camargue, Europe's leading marina, can accommodate nearly 5,000 boats all year round, including 2,761 in public harbours and 2,239 in marinas, as well as 200 berths exclusively reserved for the port of call. Making a stopover in Port-Camargue is simple, after having signalled your entry into the port by VHF, the boscos will guide you to your place as soon as you arrive. A wonderful sunny stage where everything is planned on the spot to make your stopover radiant.

Saint-Gilles, an ancient Greek port city named Héraclé, experienced a real boom when a canal was dug to link the port of Sète to the Rhône, the most important port in the region until the construction of Aigues-Mortes. The centuries that followed were punctuated by numerous construction projects. One of the most recent major changes was the conversion of the quay into a marina in 1985. A change illustrated by the installation of numerous facilities.

The port of Leucate is one of the largest European marinas in the Mediterranean. It has had the "Blue Flag" label since 1990 because of the care taken to protect its natural environment. In concrete terms, it has 1,200 moorings divided into three basins and a marina in the naturist village. Bordered by a large beach, it is an irresistible tourist stop and a stopover. As a bonus, it is possible to buy fresh fish directly at the arrival of the boats at the Quai des Pêcheurs, on the side of the central basin.

An old fishing village, Les Cabanes de Fleury was once made up of modest reed huts, typical of 19th century Aude coastal villages. Nowadays, this pretty seaside resort is a pleasant stop for families, walkers and photographers. Its beautiful wild beach, where naturism is allowed on a part, extends to Saint-Pierre. It is also a dream haven for yachtsmen, who can count on the pontoons of the port, located one mile (1.6 km) from the mouth of the Aude, with its 230 moorings all year round, plus 80 in summer.

Narbonne's picturesque marina is located south of Narbonne, on the Etang de Bages. Accessible by sea from Port-la-Nouvelle, La Nautique, despite its modernity, is over 2,000 years old. When the Romans founded Narbo Martius in 118 BC, they chose this site for their main landing stage. Today, it's a tourist attraction, attracting yachtsmen and holidaymakers alike for its marina atmosphere.

Located at the gates of Saint-Pierre-la-Mer, this small harbour has a harbour master's office, sanitary blocks and 600 pitches available for hire all year round. Its large capacity and its immediate access to the sea allow the practice of many nautical activities. Thus, on the spot, you will find a diving club, a sailing school, a fishermen's association and some cruise departures.

Located on the Canal du Midi, near the train station, the charming little marina of Carcassonne offers 47 berths, supervised during the day by the harbor master's office and at night by a security company. Nearby, the Bastide Saint-Louis (heart of the city) offers a wide range of activities, entertainment and shops. Moreover, you will be able to have access to guided tours on tourist boats, rent a boat...