Our partners & experiences in the Minervois
Discover the Minervois region through our local partners
Experience more than just a stay: discover the Minervois through authentic experiences, selected with our local partners.
At Camping Le Val de Cesse, we’ve chosen to work with passionate operators to offer you quality activities in the immediate vicinity of the campsite.
Centre équestre
Les Appaloosas Du Pech
Horseback riding, night rides, walks and swimming with the horses!
Camille
📍lieu-dit bertalas sud 34310 MONTOULIERS
Heading south
Embark on a guided tour and discover the history of the canal, its locks and the typical landscapes of the South of France.
Ideal for a relaxing activity for the whole family or just the two of you.
📞 +337 82 09 13 51
📧 info@capausud.eu
🌐 www.capausud.eu
📍Allée de la Glacière, 11120 le Somail
Complexe la Garenne
Vibrate to the rhythm of concerts at Complexe La Garenne, our partner who makes the heart of
the live stage beat faster!
Services available: Terrace – Fireplace – Excellent cocktails
📞 +334 68 46 35 83
🌐 lagarenne-pub-restaurant.eatbu.com
📍 Lieu dit La Pépinière, 11120 Mirepeisset
The Canal Stroll
Experiences on the water
Just 2.5 km from the campsite, in the heart of the charming village of Le Somail, enjoy the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
André MAS
📞 06 75 40 85 09
📧masandre0545@orange.fr
🌐 www.baladeducanal-sallelesdaude.fr
📍Rue de la Cave Coopérative 11590 SALLELES D’AUDE
Wine tourism in the Minervois
Discover the flavors and know-how of the Minervois vineyards, renowned for their wines of character.
Our partner domains :
Visits to estates, guided tastings and immersion in the work of the vineyard await you.
Top Fruits
Farm Picking, Fruits and Vegetables
Sarah and Jim
📞 +334 68 40 60 00
📧 sarahlpearce@hotmail.com
🌐 www.top-fruits.com
📍Domaine de la Souterranne, RD5, 11120 Argeliers
Le Somail Tourist Office
Tourist Office
📞 +334 68 48 14 81
📧 bonjour@cotedumidi.com
🌐 www.cotedumidi.com/le-patrimoine-de-la-cote-du-midi/les-villages/le-somail/
📍168 allée de la Glacière, 11120 Saint-Nazaire d’Aude
The Oulibo
Oil mill, sale of olive oil, tapenades, olives, tasting store.
📞 +334 68 41 95 84
📧 resp-tourisme@loulibo.com
🌐 www.loulibo.com
📍 4, Hameau de Cabezac, 11120 Bize-Minervois
Château de Ventenac en Minervois
Along the Canal, tasting cellar from Monday to Sunday 10h/12h30 & 14h30/19h
– Musée des Vignerons 3€/pers
– Vinguette wine bar at the Château, open continuously from 10am to 7pm from June to August with some evening events!!! 🍷
Anaïs
📞 +33 7 68 78 26 07
🌐 Château de Ventenac en Minervois
📍 Route neuve, 11120 Ventenac-en-Minervois
Domaine du Quay
Tapa’soif events are an opportunity to taste wines accompanied by the estate’s olives, savoury cakes and charcuterie. During the summer, Tro’Quay opens its doors, offering a festive atmosphere in the estate’s courtyard with local producers providing food and the estate’s wines to accompany the dishes.
Céline and Marc Pendriez
📞 +33 4 68 45 29 72
📞+33 6 81 38 79 83
📍18 rue de la Liberté, 11120 Saint Marcel sur Aude
Domaine de l’herbe sainte
Greuzard family.
800 metres from the campsite, come and taste the wine of our beautiful region.
📞 +334 68 46 30 37
🌐 www.herbe-sainte.com
📍Route de Ginestas 11120 MIREPEÏSSET
Le Grand Célier
Cellar & local selection
Complete your discovery with a selection of wines and local produce at Le
Grand Cellier.
Perfect for a wine tourism experience in Occitanie.
📞 04 68 70 51 02
🌐 https://grand-celier.com/
📍RD5- Hameau de Cabezac, Lieu-dit La Selette 11120 BIZE MINERVOIS
Vinaigrerie Codina
Artisanal vinegar factory in Lagrasse, for over 20 years.
- Sale of vinegars, balsamics & artisanal groceries
- In-store tasting
- Guided tours & know-how discovery
- Group bookings only
📞 04 68 75 83 66
📧 contact@vinaigrescodina.com
🌐 vinaigrescodina.com
Terra Vinea
Step into the heart of TerraVinéa: a unique experience where tours and tastings
come to life in a former gypsum mine, at the heart of a timeless underground wine cellar.
📍15 Chem. des Plâtrières, 11490 Portel-des-Corbières
Hours:
Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tours depart at 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:15 p.m.,
3:00 p.m., 3:45 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tours depart at 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:15 p.m.,
3:00 p.m., 3:45 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 5:15 p.m.
Our restaurant, “Le Grenache,” is open daily from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Abbaye de Fontfroide – Wines
Tasting cellar
📞 +334 68 45 11 08
📧 groupes@fontfroide.com
🌐 www.fontfroide.com
📍RD 613 Chem. de Fontfroide, 11100 Narbonne
La Garenne tennis club
Superb tennis courts.
Private lessons available with Julien, a certified teacher.
Le Somail
Le Somail is one of the most emblematic sites on the Canal du Midi, with its bucolic setting and buildings over 300 years old. The Canal du Midi and its barges are a must-see.
2.5km from the campsite
📍11120 SAINT NAZAIRE SUR AUDE
The Book Finder
Antique bookstore over 90,000 books ! A reader’s paradise !
Open 7 days a week
📍28, allée de la Glacière 11120 SAINT NAZAIRE SUR AUDE
L’Escale du Somail
L’Escale du Somail, a restaurant on the banks of the Canal du Midi, offers a culinary escape where local flavors meet the sunshine, and every moment is an invitation to relax and enjoy.
📞 04 68 42 22 61
🌐 www.lescaledusomail.fr/
📍65 Allée de la Glacière, 11120 Saint-Nazaire-d’Aude
Available services:
- Terrace
- Concerts
- Kids’ Menu
- A complimentary kir as an aperitif or a complimentary coffee after your meal, upon presentation of your campground wristband.
The Boat of Somail
Looking to unwind? Hop aboard La Barque du Somail for a one-hour cruise along the Canal du Midi.
📍Towpath,
11120 LE SOMAIL
Perfect for outings with family, friends, or coworkers—or simply for a picnic or birthday celebration.
Two departures daily at 2:30 p.m. and 3:45 p.m.
The Barque is available for private hire for groups of up to twelve people.
- Full price: €12
- Price for children ages 4 to 10: €6
- Payment methods: Bank checks, money orders, and cash
- pets allowed
The Cesse Stables
Our family-run stable, established in 2021 between Mirepeisset and Argeliers, shares its passion for animals through outdoor activities andthe breeding of miniature ponies.
We have also developed a mini-farm dedicated to animal-assisted therapy, offering a space for discovery, awareness, and
for people of all ages.
Nature Stand in Le Somail
Electric boat rentals
For a one-hour or full-day cruise on the Canal du Midi, we rent “
“—eco-friendly, quiet pleasure boats that can carry up to five passengers.
📍1 Chem. de Halage, 11120 Saint-Nazaire-d’Aude
Prices:
The rental price depends on the length of your ride.
- Prices are for one boat, accommodating up to 5 people.
- Example: €26 for 1 hour for 1 to 5 people.
Please ask the staff for the departure and arrival times.
The Ricardelle Estate in Lautrec
Domaine Ricardelle de Lautrec invites you to discover its organic, biodynamic, and naturally “
” wines, which have been crafted by the family for several generations.
We offer free tastings without an appointment Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
📞 For reservations, call 07.48.14.75.66 or 07.77.84.37.88
📧 and/or by email at domaine@ricardelledelautrec.com
We also offer a trial package, available by reservation (at least 48 hours in advance).
€15 per person, including:
- tasting of 3 to 4 vintages
- An overview of the estate’s history
- winery tour
- appetizer platter
From the Val de Cesse Mirepeisset campground, the resort is also accessible by bike.
The small boats on the canal
Boat ride on the Canal de la Robine, suitable for all ages, departing from downtown.
Rent electric boats (no license required) on the Canal de la Robine and enjoy complete freedom.
From April 1 to September 30 / October, depending on the weather. Open daily from 10 a.m.
📞 07.67.57.36.96
📧 bateauxnarbonne@gmail.com
📍DOWNTOWN NARBONNE: 32 Cours de la République, Promenade des Barques
Prices:
- Boats for 5 people: 30 euros per hour – 25 euros for each additional hour.
- Boats for 7 people: 35 euros per hour – 30 euros for each additional hour.
Payment methods: Credit card, Vacation Checks, Cash
The electric boats of Gruissan
Treat yourself to a relaxing moment on the water between the harbor and the cottages in Gruissan…and why not enjoy a picnic on the water!
Open daily from 10 a.m. from April through the end of September.
REMEMBER TO MAKE A RESERVATION:
📞 07 68 95 31 99
🌐 www.bateaux-electriques-gruissan.fr
📍Quai du Ponant
, 11430 GRUISSAN
Why choose our partners?
✔️ Activities located in the immediate vicinity of the campsite
✔️ Local partners selected for their quality
✔️ Experiences adapted to families, couples and groups
✔️ Personalized advice at the campsite reception desk
What is there to do near Camping Le Val de Cesse?
Camping Le Val de Cesse is ideally located for exploring the treasures of the Minervois and the Aude region. There are plenty of activities to enjoy right nearby: boat trips on the Canal du Midi, visits to wineries, hiking, culinary experiences, and cultural outings.
Thanks to our local partners, enjoyauthentic experiences suited to all ages and interests. Whether you’re looking for a sporting activity, a chance to explore the local area, or simply a moment of relaxation, you’ll find plenty of ideas to enhance your stay.
The Canal du Midi: a must-see attraction during your vacation
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Canal du Midi is one of the region’s most beautiful tourist attractions. From the campground, you can easily reach Le Somail, a charming village known for its peaceful atmosphere and rich history.
Whether on foot, by bike, or on a boat trip, the Canal du Midi offers a unique experience in the heart of the French countryside. To plan your getaway, check out our stay along the Canal du Midi, an invitation to explore this exceptional site and the treasures that surround it. It’s also an excellent starting point for discovering the villages and vineyards of the Minervois.
Wine tourism and wine tastings in the Minervois
The Minervois is a popular destination for wine lovers. Renowned for its terroirs and appellations, this wine-growing region offers a wide range of tours and tastings.
Our partners welcome you to their estates to share their passion and expertise. From exploring cellars and guided tastings to meeting the winemakers, you’ll be able to discover the full richness of the Minervois and Occitanie wine heritage. To enhance this experience, check out our “ ” wine tourism getaway in the Minervois, specially designed for lovers of wine and local culture.
Outdoor activities and family fun in the Aude
The area surrounding Camping Le Val de Cesse invites you to fully enjoy the natural landscapes for which the region is renowned. Horseback riding, hiking, biking, tennis, or walks along the water’s edge offer a chance to discover the region from a different perspective.
These activities are perfect for families, couples, and groups of friends looking to enjoy an active vacation in a pristine setting. To help you plan your trip, check out our family vacation package in the Aude region, which includes plenty of ideas for activities and sightseeing suitable for all ages.
Charming villages and historic sites to explore near the campground
The Minervois region boasts a remarkable heritage, featuring authentic villages, historic monuments, and iconic sites. Le Somail, Saint-Nazaire-d’Aude, Bize-Minervois, and Lagrasse are among the must-see destinations during your stay.
As you go on your excursions, you’ll discover the history of this region, its traditions, and its way of life, through its heritage, cuisine, and quintessentially Mediterranean landscapes. To extend the experience, check out our nature weekend in Occitanie—an invitation to explore the region’s most beautiful landscapes and charming villages.
Pool, river, and activities: make the most of your stay at Camping Le Val de Cesse
After exploring the Minervois region, return to the comfort and amenities of Camping Le Val de Cesse to continue your relaxing getaway. With the pool, recreational areas, and on-site activities, everyone can enjoy their vacation at their own pace.
Located on the banks of the Cesse River, the campground also offers a beautiful natural setting where families can recharge, cool off on hot summer days, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings. With swimming, games, relaxation, and exploration, our campground is the perfect starting point for a fun-filled vacation in the heart of Occitanie.
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