Grand Bassin
The Grand Bassin is the largest body of open water along the Canal du Midi. It is in Castelnaudary, France and covers some 7 hectares (18 acres). Once a scene of intense economic activity, it is now a major pleasure port used by tourist craft. It holds the water reserve for the four locks of Saint-Roche.
Official opening ceremonies for the Canal du Midi were held here on 19 May, 1681.[1]
The basin is exposed to considerable winds, historically even blowing horses and men into the water. A windbreak called Cybele Island (French: Ile de la Cybelle) was built in 1754.[2][3][4][5]
Gallery
- Grand Bassin at Castelnaudary.
- Four-step locks at Castelnaudary.
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References
- Rolt, L. T. C. (1973). From Sea to Sea. Ohio University Press. ISBN 9780713904710.
- "CanalduMidi.com Castelnaudary site (translated)". Retrieved 15 October 2009.
- "Castelnaudary Tourisme (translated)". Retrieved 15 October 2009.
- McKnight, Hugh (2005). Cruising French Waterways, 4th Edition. Sheridan House. p. 264. ISBN 9781574092103.
- Kiessler, Bernd-Wilfried (2009). The Canal du Midi A Cruiser's Guide. Adlard Coles Nautical. ISBN 978-1-4081-1273-1.
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