If you are thinking about sightseeing in France In a different way, we recommend you discover the Canal du Midi by boat.
A place very close to Spain that offers a different way of traveling and sightseeing to get to know this region of France.
The Canal du Midi unites Toulouse with Sète and it is the oldest waterway in Europe. Furthermore, it is declared World Heritage by UNESCO since 1996.
It is an ideal place to rent your river boat in France.
Go aboard!
Rent a boat without a permit on the Canal du Midi
One of the best known advantages of river tourism is that you can rent a boat with or without license.
This allows you to travel any of the navigable canals of Europe aboard a penichette or a boat and travel on your own.
The Canal du Midi is easy to navigate and suitable for both beginners and more experienced sailors.
All the boats that we offer you on the Canal du Midi are rented without a license, a great advantage to discover this destination from the water.
240 kilometers long with waters 2 meters deep have made it the most visited river channel in France.
This year, river holidays along the Canal du Midi
Navigate through its calm waters and enjoy a few days of rest in the middle of nature.
We are sure that a river cruise will recharge your batteries.
Forget the mobile and change it for the camera.
Contemplate the landscapes, the green and leafy trees, breathe pure nature.
Medieval cities, castles…
Choose the stop and we go to the pier.
In addition, you can choose the number of days you want to sail and make as many stops and activities as you want on your vacation.
In the Midi Channel you have alternatives depending on who your travel companions are.
If you go with children, you can go to one of the amusement parks such as Europark and Dinoparque. And they will always love to help you in the locks.
If you go in couple, we invite you to discover the most romantic corners on the banks of the river garonne.
bikes
You can bring your own bikes or reserve them with the boat to organize bike rides in the towns or cities where you decide to stop as there is a path that runs along the Canal du Midi.
Fishing
You like the fishing? You are guaranteed this activity on the Canal de Midi.
Trekking
At all the stops you make you will find different routes to get to know the area on foot.
wine tasting
Enjoy a wine from each region throughout the trip. At each stop, new discoveries.
Tour of the Canal du Midi
The navigation area The Canal du Midi goes from Toulouse to the Mediterranean, passing through different piers where you can make your stop and visit whatever you choose.
You imagine?
Go by boat and see the Languedoc vineyards, discover the unique natural heritage of the Étang de Thau and historic cities such as Carcassonne, Toulouse, Béziers and Agde.
In Danfluvial, we recommend these stops on your vacation along the Canal du Midi, but there are many more such as Trebes, Le Somail or Colombiers among others and you can organize it at your leisure:
Toulouse
Arrival starting point if you go by plane and emblematic city of France. Yes or yes, mandatory visit.
It is the capital of the Occitanie region. Did you know that it is known as "La Ville Rose" because of the terracotta and pink color of the stone of its buildings?
Also visit its museums and the Capitole.
Castelnaudary
Between Toulouse and Carcassonne, another stop on your trip can be here.
Visit The Moulin de Cugarel and the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church and walk through its streets to discover craft shops and typical restaurants.
Carcassonne
This city is on a mountain and is famous for its medieval citadel: The Cité or Citadel of Carcassonne (Unesco Heritage), with several observation towers and double wall fortifications. Dock your boat below and go up to discover this wonderful city, one of the jewels of the Canal du Midi.
Homps
Famous for the wine production such as Minervois (AOC), Languedoc (AOC) or Coteaux-de-peyriac is usually another representative stop for sailors on the Canal du Midi. Ideal starting point if you are going to take a mini cruise.
Narbonne
Historic buildings and famous for its beach, Narbonne It is another of our recommendations. Take advantage here to visit the covered market and taste typical dishes of the region.
Fonserannes
Place known for having a stretch of ladder locks on the Canal du Midi, quite a spectacle and close to Béziers.
Consider stopping above or below the locks to enjoy a walk or bike ride around the city.
beziers
Large city that ends the river route, where the Garonne River flows. Known for the colored facades, its port and variety of shows.
The locks of the Canal du Midi
Being such a long navigable channel, you have to take into account the locks.
But do not be scared, quite the opposite.
It is one of the fun parts of the trip in which, as we told you before, all family members will be happy to participate.
All locks are closed on May 1 and November 1. During these days it will not be allowed to pass the locks.
We recommend that you read this post we have made about the locks so that you don't have any doubts before your trip:
You should know that the locks of the Canal du Midi They are not all automatic. Some are simple locks and others are automatic, between Toulouse and Carcassonne.
At most locks, a lockman will help you.
Do you dare to discover the Canal du Midi by boat?
It is a trip that we know will not leave you indifferent.
Landscapes, peace, tranquility, architecture, excursions and gastronomy.
All in one, at your leisure and with whoever you want.
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Contact Rocío, reservations manager for resolve any doubt that you can have. We are looking forward to hearing from you.
