A Guide to Canet, France

November 12, 2010 – The Languedoc-Roussillon region of southern France has the most fantastic scenery in the area.  Within the Pyrenees Orientales administrative region is the municipality of Canet which is a quaint small town that is located near popular places to visit. When looking for suitable holiday accommodation take some time to look for property in Collioure which is just ten minutes from Canet.

Canal du Midi

Located at the town of Beziers, 31 kilometers from the town of Canet, is a tourist favorite, the Canal du Midi, which runs from the city of Toulouse all the way down the Mediterranean port of Sete. Constructed during the 17^th century, the canal was considered the biggest project at that time.  Its design included the first canal passage that was built through a tunnel called the Malpas tunnel and passes through a passage that is 173 meters long under a hill located in Enserune.

Aqualand Water Park

Located 36 kilometers from Canet, The Aqualand is a water park chain that has seven sites all over France.  A visit to this place, however, should be scheduled because it is only open mid June to September each year.

Carcassonne

This is a walled medieval city that is standing on a hill and capped with pointed towers.  It is located 42 kilometers from Canet.  The fortified upper city is named La Cite where visitors walk on cobblestone streets that are lined with shops selling all kinds of traditional wares.  The city was listed by the United National Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization or the UNESCO in 1997 as part of its World Heritage List, one of the 28 sites found in France.

The Basilica of St. Nazaire

The Basilica is a basilica minor also located in Carcassonne.  It is listed as one of the national monuments of France and was formerly known as the Cathedral of Carcassonne.  It was replaced by the present Carcassonne Cathedral in 1801.  This basilica was built on the site of a Carolingian cathedral.  Originally of Romanesque origin in the 11^th century, the basilica was enlarged in the Gothic style between 1269 and 1330.

A visit to the south of France, with its breath-taking scenery, lush rolling hills, medieval homes and castles, will truly make your vacation worthwhile.  Many visitors visit this southern region every year also because of good food and excellent wine. It has an abundance of possibilities and one can safely say that this region can be considered a home away from home.  The French really know how to make the most out of enjoying life.

 

 

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