It has a fantastic location right on the Canal du Midi and is located in the South of France, in the region of Languedoc-Roussillon. Taking a canal boat holiday will give you an entirely different perspective of France and will really allow you a very relaxing break in the country. Boating is a much more laid back and pleasurable form of transport compared to navigating French roads.

Carcassonne is an architectural wonder, and in the town there are a great deal of battlements, these include a giant Fort and over 50 towers. Other than the ancient architecture there is plenty to do in the town, there are numerous shops where you will be able to find a perfect souvenir for yourself or to give to a friend back home.

The Pont Vieux links the fourth part of the city to the rest of Carcassonne. In the rest of the town you will find the historic home of Joe Bousquet which now houses exhibitions about the authors writings as well at some of his most famous works. There is also the fine arts museum which houses many great pieces from the last three centuries. One of the best things about these various attractions is that there is no charge for entry.

The St Nazarius Basilica is also in the town and is well worth exploring, it boasts many fine stained-glass windows and also the tomb of a famous Bishop. This tomb is surrounded by many ornate statues which are well worth the visitors time.

In France the Canal du Midi is regarded as one of the best waterways to explore. It is of a long length and so you will find it easy to explore some of the most interesting parts of France. The river starts in Toulouse and continues all the way down to Sete, a port town right in the south of France. Over its 150 miles there are many interesting villages and towns to explore. The views over the countryside also spectacular and will ensure a very relaxing holiday.

There are many options when hiring a boat in France. You will find smaller options that can easily be shared by two people, but there are also larger options which will be able to accommodate families. One of the best things about hiring a boat in France is that you can choose to spend however long you want in each place, providing a truly tailored holiday.

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Being low season, budget airlines offer reduced flight prices with car hire and accommodation following a similar example making the South of France a very affordable choice. Research through the travel agents, will assist the traveler in obtaining the cheapest travel arrangements

Holiday homes, gites, or other self-catering accommodation are available for rent and owners can be approached on giving reduced tariffs in low season. As most gite owners choose to control their own rentals it is best to confirm, before arriving, with the local tourist information office.  The local tourist board support gites as they create investment and appeals to the tourist on a budget.

The Languedoc Roussillon offers a range of holidays. For those sunny days, this Mediterranean destination offers a spectacular coast with beautiful sandy beaches, water sports and walking in the many areas of exceptional natural beauty. It has National Parks and, abundant in flora and fauna, wildlife reserves.

For those not so sunny days , the region has an abundance of grotto’s and caves to explore together with cathedrals, chateaux and castles, ancient cities, towns and villages to visit. These visits could also include World Heritage sites which include the Pont du Gard, Carcassonne and a boat trip down the Canal du Midi.

Many food markets, a great French tradition, offer a great range of fresh food and give the tourist a chance to sample the French way of life. These markets are easy to find, most of them being in the centre of the town or village. Southern France is widely appreciated for its local products which include olive oil, seafood and tomatoes.   A visit to the Victor Hugo food market in Toulouse should not be overlooked.

The cooler temperatures in October are more favourable to the walker hiking through the Pyrenees and to those being more physically active have a preference for the cooler, fair weather compared to during July and August.  Tourist looking toward an affordable holiday with good weather need look no further than the Languedoc Roussillon.

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The Languedoc is bounded by the Auvergne, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, the Mediterranean sea, Spain and the Midi-Pyrénées with Provence being the second most sought after holiday destination at the moment.

The Cévennes Mountains cover much of the old province, reaching their highest point in the north-east. The southern part is a low coastal plain along the Mediterranean Sea, where the Languedoc region enjoys a Mediterranean climate.

Throughout the original Roussillon area, Catalan is widely spoken and French, the official language, is spoken with a heavy Catalan accent.

Regional cuisine relies heavily on olive oil and garlic and the warm winters and hot, dry summers produce vast quantities of great value, superb quality wine. Next time you see a bottle of wine with Vin de Pays d’Oc on the label, you’ll know it came from the Languedoc.

Béziers is the centre for the wine trade in the Hérault department.

Welcome to the Languedoc.

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Steve Ellis is the founder and designer (not to mention sole (and very busy) member of staff) of the rapidly growing website for property rentals in France, www.letsrentpropertyinfrance.com In his spare time he enjoys playing the drums, cooking and entertaining and is wondering why he is writing about himself in the third person.

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