Canal du Midi - A Guide to France's Historic Waterway Adventure

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Travel Guide For Visiting the Canal du Midi

Discover why this UNESCO World Heritage canal, a masterpiece of 17th-century engineering, is the best-kept secret for slow travel enthusiasts in France. Share on Facebook

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You're gliding along emerald waters beneath a canopy of centuries-old plane trees, medieval villages dotting the banks, and not a single traffic jam in sight.

Welcome to the Canal du Midi, where the art of slow travel was perfected long before it became trendy.

Driving Distances in Europe

Driving to Toulouse.

From Toulouse to The Mediterranean

The Canal du Midi

This 17th-century engineering marvel stretches 240 kilometres from Toulouse to the Mediterranean, offering one of Europe's most enchanting waterway experiences.

Whether you're piloting your own narrowboat, cycling the towpath, or simply wandering its historic locks, the Canal du Midi serves up that perfect blend of history, gastronomy, and gentle adventure that makes French holidays so utterly irresistible.

A Living Museum of French Engineering

Built between 1667 and 1681, this isn't just any old canal, it's Pierre-Paul Riquet's masterpiece that revolutionised European transport.

The 328 structures including locks, bridges, and aqueducts remain largely unchanged, creating a journey through living history.

Authentic Languedoc Culture

This is France away from the tourist crowds; authentic market towns, family-run vineyards, and restaurants where locals still gather for lengthy lunches.

On a visit to the Canal du Midi, you'll experience the real rhythm of southern French life.

Unparalleled Slow Travel Experience

In our age of high-speed everything, the Canal du Midi forces you to embrace a more civilised pace.

At a maximum speed of 8 km/h, you'll have time to actually notice the herons fishing, chat with lock keepers, and discover why the French have perfected the art of taking time.

 

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