Homps Travel Guide

  The Capitainerie ticket office and blue...
by Beausoleil
 
  • The Capitainerie ticket office and blue bridge
      The Capitainerie ticket office and blue...
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  • Going under a bridge with onlookers
      Going under a bridge with onlookers
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  • North port side, Homps
      North port side, Homps
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  • The blue foot bridge across the canal
      The blue foot bridge across the canal
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  • South port side, Homps
      South port side, Homps
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Things to Do  

Wine tasting is always fun.

Wine tasting is always fun., Homps

 Beausoleil Says:  Le Chai Port Minervois at the Capitainerie in Homps is well known for it's excellent choice of local Minervois wines for tasting. If you enjoy wine tasting, this is a fun way to pass the time waiting for your barge trip to begin.A specialist in Minervois wines is there every... 

Take a barge trip on the Canal du Midi

Take a barge trip on the Canal du Midi, Homps

 Beausoleil Says:  Due to a tree virus, the French government is going to be removing 42,000 plane trees along the banks of the Canal du Midi so take a barge ride while they are still there. It is an amazing experience as you drift along the peaceful canal under the shade of rows of plane... 

Cruise down the charming Canal Du Midi

Cruise down the charming Canal Du Midi, Homps

 pigletsmom Says:  Catch a one hour cruise in Homps for a lovely tour of the canal. The tour is in both english and french. Great scenery and lovely breezes, makes for a wonderful journey. The cruise takes you through some of the locks of the canal which is quite interesting. You can buy... 

Hotels  

Port Minervois

 1 Review and 10 Opinions  Stayed at Homps in Port Minervois holiday village. A well managed, spotlessly clean collection of 2... 

Hotels  

En Bonne Compagnie: Marvelous B&B set in an old Barrel Makers House

En Bonne Compagnie: Marvelous B&B set in an old Barrel Makers House, Homps

 pigletsmom Says:  Very charming B&B directly situated on the canal. The B&B is run by a young couple named Valerie and Craig that have done a fabulous job with this hotel. I was extremely happy and plan to return some day. Both Valerie and Craig are freindly and willing to help you with... 

Restaurants  

Auberge de L'Arbousier: Canal-side terrace

Auberge de L'Arbousier: Canal-side terrace, Homps

 Beausoleil Says:  If you want to take a barge ride on the Canal du Midi from Homps, this is a great place for lunch either before or after the ride. You pass the restaurant on the barge ride and it's fun to sit and watch the boats go by as you eat beside the canal. If the day is pleasant, you... 

En Bonne Compagnie: Fantastic Food served overlooking the canal

En Bonne Compagnie: Fantastic Food served overlooking the canal, Homps

 pigletsmom Says:  As I mentioned in my hotel tip, Craig and Valerie run this B&B with unbelievable flare. The food is exceptional, and the atmosphere of the patio being right on the canal is just incredible. All the other guests at the hotel and restaurant were so sweet and friendly. The area... 

Off The Beaten Path  

The touristy but beautiful city of Carcassone

The touristy but beautiful city of Carcassone, Homps

 pigletsmom Says:  I thought the city of Carcassone was a cross between "Medieval Times," and "Disneyland." However it was spectacular nonetheless, and I was told afterwards that the best time to visit is at night for dinner. That's when all the tourists, and tour buses have left the building.... 

Amazing Abbey nestled up in the hills

Amazing Abbey nestled up in the hills, Homps

 pigletsmom Says:  The incredible Abbaye Fontfroide is just about 20 minutes away from Homps. Very beautiful and unusual tourist excursion. The tours are in French only, but the guide was very nice and tracked down a hard copy of the english translation. Very fascinating and worth the trip.... 

The Grand City of Narbonne

The Grand City of Narbonne, Homps

 pigletsmom Says:  Visit the city of Narbonne for it's glorious cathedral and marvelous architecture. I was very impressed with Narbonne. It's a large city, but once you get into the old medieval section it is really lovely. Some of the oulying streets remind me of 18th century Paris. There is... 

The lovely Medieval town of Lagrasse

The lovely Medieval town of Lagrasse, Homps

 pigletsmom Says:  Fantastic medieval city about 30 minutes from homps. Very beautiful scenery and a fantastic 10th century abbey. You can go swimming in the river that runs through the town. Makes for a great day trip, and should not be missed if you're in the area. Spectacular views of the... 

Beautiful Medieval Town built into the Rock

Beautiful Medieval Town built into the Rock, Homps

 pigletsmom Says:  The town of Minerve is just 20 minutes by car on pretty country roads. Nice town with some good restaurants and shops. Not too touristy and the locals are friendly. Great scenery as well. Makes for an easy day trip. 

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