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The canal in the middle of Narbonne
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Narbonne France
Places to visit and stay guide and photos of the town of Narbonne
Narbonne is a town in the Languedoc-Roussillon région of France. It is less than an hours drive from Spain. It was once a busy port, but it is now about 9 miles from the Mediterranean Sea.
The town is linked to the nearby Canal du Midi and the Aude River by the Canal de la Robine, which runs through the centre of town.
If you want to visit
the beach you go to Narbonne Plage. Which has a 3 mile beach
and a marina with 600 mooring.
The canal Du Midi
Market stall
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The town has a good market on a Sunday it is on both sides of
the Canal de la Robine. The old town centre has narrow traffic free
streets and squares and attractive fountains. There is a good choice of shops, boutiques, bakers and cafes. Every morning the food market in 'Les Halles' sells fresh local vegetables, meats, fish, cheeses, pastries and local produced wines. There are several vineyards outside the town and the usual hypermarkets |
Cathedral St Just Narbonne
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The Cathedral St Just has beautiful stained
glass windows and tapestries and 14th century
cloisters
The Abbaye de Fontfroide is worth a visit it is about 6 miles outside the town on Route Departemental.You can walk round the historic buildings we liked the rose garden If you get tried of shopping try a boat trip along the canal you can go inland or down to the coast. You can get a boat from the Pont des Marchands. |
The Canal du Midi is popular for boating holidays it goes through some of the best countryside in France.
Cruise the Canal de la Robine from the old Roman town of Narbonne, with its spectacular cathedral and charming canalside restaurants on to the Canal du Midi and the bustling town of Capestang, a major centre for winemaking with a beautiful 12th century Château.
From here, continue via the amazing aqueduct at Guery and the impressive staircase of locks at Fonsérannes to Béziers, famous for its wine,
In a wild and protected environment, this genuine wine-producing estate is a perfect gastronomic stop-over. Totally renovated, the hotel has 39 spacious rooms accommodating 2 to 4 people, overlooking the park or the vineyards.About 4 miles from town centre.
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Places to stay
Holiday Home Brittany
SHORT BREAKS are available, including in July and August, minimum 4 nights.
Le Pressoir is a fully restored 200 year old thatched Breton cottage with the traditional ridge of flowers including irises. Exquisite and attractive it has breathtaking views, colourful flower borders and lots of character inside.
A magnificent setting beside the River Blavet with glorious views of the entire valley. Several superb sandy beaches within 20-30 minutes' drive. Private heated swimming pool with security alarm installed & discreet fence to ensure child safety. Set in 3 acres of gardens. Free WiFi available for guests.
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Built 2 years ago in a quiet area, 10 minutes by car from the city center of Narbonne, Hotel Campanile Narbonne is an ideal choice for both tourists and business travellers. Located only 15 kilometers from the shores of the Mediterranean sea and the nearby beaches.
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