Selfguided hoteltohotel cycling holiday along the canal du midi, bags transported. Cycling the canal du midi, south of france travel the. The mediterranean sea, the pyrenees and the canal du midi all in one unique bike tour. It shows the entire cycle route along the canal du midi. If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. Canal du midi s first online bike rental service with 7 locations. Jun 21, 20 next up, cycling in the alps, perhaps the canal du midi to coast trip was provided by belle france 01580 214010. To vary the pleasure, we also offer rental of barges or the provision of a guide for groups. There are also many worthwhile sites and experiences that you will likely miss unless you have this guide. Your destination is the port of homps, where you stay two nights at the charming le jardin dhomps. With so many choices let us make things a little easier with our guide to the where, what and how of cycling in the languedoc. Save up to 20% on cruises on the midi on select cruisers.
The 240km path alongside the canal du midi is the most famous cycleway in the region, but that shouldnt stop you exploring the endless possibilities elsewhere. The canal du midi is cycled by people from all over the world each year. Canal des 2 mers by bike atlantic mediterranean sea. A guidebook to cycle touring along the canal du midi in the sunny languedoc region of southern france. Fullbodied red wines are produced here from the syrah, merlot and cabernet sauvignon grapes. The canal has been a unesco world heritage site since 1996 and from carcassonne the cycle track runs right on. For an easy first challenge, cycle softie liz boulter opted for a beautiful and totally flat cycle tour along the canal du midi in southern france. The canal du midi runs for 240km from the river garonne at toulouse via carcassonne to the mediterranean at agde. Get download free ebooks pdf free pdf download books. Book with inntravel for friendly hotels and carefree cycling. Cycling along the canal du midi leads you past masterpieces of engineering like the lock of agde.
The canal du midi towpath stretches the entire length of the treelined canal. From the bordeaux vineyards, via agen and marmande to the pink city, toulouse. From here, you pass the urbanisation of toulouse and the rail station, gare matabiau, a statue of riquet farewelling you as you leave. Across southern france from toulouse to sete 2nd revised edition by declan lyons isbn. Booking accommodation hotels, guest houses, luggage, rental and delivery on bikes vtc, the provision of cards the canal du midi. You can cruise the justly famous world heritage canal du midi and its locality piloting your own selfdrive hire boat, or being pampered in fine style aboard a luxury hotel barge.
The flat, picturesque route is divided into five stages, each around 50km long. Cycling the canal du midi and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. It is the only round lock of the canal du midi and was built using volcanic rock. On your cycling holiday along the canal du midi you will be cycling through one of frances oldest winegrowing regions. The cicerone book cycling the canal du midi is a guide to cycling the canal du midi in the languedoc, france bike ride maps cycle maps and cycle touring guide books. Get cycling the canal du midi cicerone guides free online books download books for free download books online free download. Our cycling holidays along canal du midi cover different stretches of the canal between toulouse and sete, depending on your travel plans and your wishes. While there are segments of the route that are memorable, the inconsistencies in the surface and width of the towpath make cycling the entire route much better suited to experienced mountain bikers than recreational cyclists.
Canal du midi toulouse to sete cycling holidays in. The quietness of the hauling path, the swaying of the barges and the splashing of water of the canal du midi flavor your journey. Cycling france tour of the canal du midi roar adventures. Cycling the canal du midi cicerone guides book pdf. The idea of digging this channel linking the atlantic ocean to the mediterranean sea dates back to antiquity but it was under louis the 14ths reign that it has been built. The canal du midi bike path are using mainly the tow paths along the canal and dirt paths sometimes narrow. Chung the tourist office has an excellent free guide called, walks nature and heritage balades entre nature et patrimoine. Down in the languedoc, the climate is close to sunbaked provence, but canalside, the cycling is refreshingly shady and wonderfully easygoing.
We purchased this book to use on our 10 day canal du midi cruise from carcassone to beziers and back to narbonne. Passing through historic water locks you will discover charming medieval villages and ancient fortress cities. Welcome to hooked on cycling holidays and our cycling holidays in france. Inntravel organised extra days at the beginning and end of our holiday and this allowed us to really enjoy these ancient french cities. A bike trip from bordeaux to toulouse on secured cycling paths along the canal greenways, with luggage transfer. Bike ride along the canal du midi from carcassonne cycling along the canal du midi j. Cycling the canal du midi from source to sea youtube. Describes a 5km excursion to the atlantic ocean, with detours to many historical towns and villages along the route. You will not have to worry about any break downs as there is a callout response.
Cycling the canal du midi cicerone guide book this guidebook describes a 240km cycle ride along the length of the canal du midi in southern france. This guidebook describes a 240km cycle ride along the length of the canal du midi in southern france. Information is also given on short detours to sights close to the canal, and longer excursions into the surrounding countryside. Cycling holidays along canal du midi, self guided bike tours. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Information is also given on short detours to sights close to the canal, and longer outings read more. Toulouse a cycling city at the start of the canal du midi. With the bicycle tour cycle canal du midi, you have a 8 day tour package taking you through carcassonne, france and 2 other destinations in france.
Cycling the canal du midi cicerone guides download free pdf books discover free books created by well knows authors. The largest european marina is located here and is a paradise for divers, surfers, and sailors. In defense of the path along the canal du midi, its important to note that its a towpath, primarily an unimproved towpath, not a bike path. A guide to cycle touring along the canal du midi in the sunny languedoc region of southern france. Our crew of 6 kept referring to this book above all others for details on each town we passed. Warm and wonderful just like its close neighbour, provence, this area of the languedoc offers superbly shady cycling along the tow paths and some real. Information is also given on short detours to sights close to the canal, and longer outings into the surrounding countryside. Few castle cities can be more impressive than carcassonne and there cant be many cycle routes as straight forward as the canal du midi which carves its way through captivating cathar country. We arrived in carcassonne, france, after a wonderful train journey from york uk. Travelled to cycle canal du midi in may with my son and rented bikes from mellow vellows for the third time in recent years. Enjoy the longest version of the canal du midi by bike. However, the central part of the journey can be as bit tricky due to physical conditions on the path. Canal du midi cycling information the canal royal du languedoc yesterday click here to open.
Cycle from carcassonne to the mediterranean, following this famous canal through sunkissed landscapes. Cycling the canal du midi by declan lyons, paperback barnes. Linking the bay of biscay with the mediterranean, it is not only renowned for its beauty and picturesque sights, it also performs the invaluable service of saving boaters the long and arduous trip around portugal and spain to reach the med. On your second day, enjoy a leisurely ride alongside the canal du midi via a series of ornate locks and bridges, then end with an energetic circuit into the foothills of the montagne noire to the picturesque village of minerve, with its ancient walls and citadel. Nov 07, 2019 trudy and mike embark on a cycle tour tracing the route of the canal du midi from its source to the mediterranean. We offer a wide range of services to make your bike trip on the canal du midi. You ride along the canal du midi from carcassonne to the mediterranean sea. Not just book worms, but wine lovers will also like this town. Canal du midi cycling european self guided bike tours. An autumnal bicycle trip from montpellier to toulouse, following the canal du midi.
On this wonderfully varied cycling break, you not only get to do this from the comfort of our 4star hotel, but a lot more besides. Philippe calas is the author of this original canal du midi cycling guide. Jun 15, 2009 cycling the canal du midi by declan lyons, 9781852845599, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Its well worth spending at least one day sightseeing whilst youre here. The bicycles are top quality and maintained to the highest of standards. Cycling break in carcassonne and along the canal du midi. Explore medieval walled towns, cathar castles, local markets and of course refuel on delicious french cuisine on route. It is a flat, carfree and picturesque route mainly on the towpath, and is suitable for all abilities. The cycling starts from the centre of toulouse but it quickly leaves the avenues and grand architecture behind as we join the canal du midi. The canal du midi offers flat, carfree cycling through historic lush countryside. Jul 30, 2017 a guidebook to cycle touring along the canal du midi in the sunny languedoc region of southern france. Besides the maps and detailed itinerary, we also provide the gpx files of your bike stages, as well as a suggestion of free mobile application if you do not have.
Its managed by the voies navigable francevnf, a public organization that oversees 6,200 km of canals, 40,000 hectares of public rivers and 3,000 structures. So its great for cycling tips, but also includes very interesting information about the history of towns along the canal. Thats france bike your partner for organized cycling. This particular biking vacation in france is along the canal du midi and is a level 12 selfguided bike tour. Therefore, this bike tour is not suitable for road bikes and bikes equipped with trailer gpx files. Canal du midi cycle alongside one of the greatest works of civil engineering of the 17th century discover rich histories beziers, narbonne and the walled fortress town of carcassonne carcassonne discover this fascinating and impressively preserved walled fortress. Pdf cycling the canal du midi download full pdf book. The canals of the garonne and midi both climbed gently in land towards toulouse so, the theory and nearly all the practice is that on this tour, its downhill to the sea. The canal du midi is the red route below ive highlighted the whole canal des 2 mers route for people cycling coast to coast. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. The canal du midi was originally an idea of the romans, but it was only built in the 17th century thanks to the genius of pierrepaul riquet. Sep 27, 2009 the canal du midi is probably the most popular canal in france.
Cycling holidays in the canal du midi area get a real taste for frances bestloved canal country including carcassonne, cathar castles and of course, that delicous local dish cassoulet. Pedal along the unesco listed canal du midi and canal du robine on this relaxed cycling tour from carcassonne to narbonne. Cycle canal du midi includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Discover the beautiful occitanie region along the towpath at your own pace, as a group, a family, a couple or as a solo rider. Cycling holiday along the canal du midi cycle canal du. We follow the unesco recognised canal through beautiful french countryside and. Information is also given on short detours to sights close to the canal, and longer excursions into the surrounding. In the distance one can see the tops of the pyrenees mountains. Your cycle ride begins through the gridpatterned streets of the newer thcentury part of carcassonne to reach the canal du midi, whose towpath leads past ornate locks and bridges so typical of this grand waterway.
The 240km main canal route, and the 37km narbonne extension are described. The path was historically built for the mules that towed freight barges down the canal. You can start your bike tour from toulouse or carcassonne and enjoy the canal and its cultural heritage at your own pace thanks to our self guided cycle tours. Hiring your own holiday boat is an ideal way to explore and experience the pleasures and treasures that the canal du midi has to offer. It is the athos answer to a bike path and for some passengers, a pleasant way of keeping off the gourmet pounds brought on by athos onboard chef and an indulgent week of. Sightseeing, wine tasting, and sunkissed cycle rides await, all the way from bustling toulouse to the golden sands of the mediterranean sea. Bike ride along the canal du midi from carcassonne. Toulouse is your point of departure for this journey along the canal du midi, which was classed as a unesco world heritage site in 1996. Cycling holiday along the canal du midi cycling holidays. An essential guidebook for cycling the 240km canal du midi between toulouse and sete in southern france.
The original trip has been modified by adding an extra day in order to make the mileage more suitable for the leisurely cyclist. Canal du midi cycle alongside one of the greatest works of civil engineering of the 17th century. Cycling holiday along the canal du midi cycle canal du midi. It was the brainchild of pierrepaul riquet, a minor noble and tax collector, who succeeded in convincing louis xiv and more importantly, his first minister, colbert of the merits of linking the atlantic and the mediterranean via the garonne. Trudy and mike embark on a cycle tour tracing the route of the canal du midi from its source to the mediterranean. In the second of a twopart series, we cycle this the canal du midi. We cycled from carcassonne along the canal midi staying in very nice accommodation on the way. The canal du midi is surrounded by vineyards, fields of sunflowers and poppies. Canal du midi by bike from toulouse to sete luggage transfer. Canal du midi cruises hotel barges and selfdrive boats.
Deep in languedocroussillon, southern france, your tour begins in the exquisitely preserved town of carcassonne. Southern france canal du midi bike tour france tripsite. We recommend booking canal du midi tours ahead of time to secure your spot. From here, sete is a 240km bike ride along the canal du midi.
Canal du midi cycling guidebook cycle from cicerone press. Cap dagde, at the mediterranean sea is your destination today. Canal du midi bike tours our canal du midi cycling holidays. The book also comes with a large fold out map that is one page high and 5 pages long. Discover the canal des deux mers a velo, an exceptional cycle route linking the two seas of the atlantic and the mediterranean. Canal du midi cycling holiday self guided bike tour in france. The canal du midi is located in the south of france, in the departments of herault, aude, and hautegaronne. Book the canal du midi toulouse to sete cycling holiday here tour highlights visit cultural monuments, cathedrals and palaces through the impressive cities of beziers and carcassonne explore toulouse the aviation hub and university city explore one of the engineering wonders of europe. Cycling the canal du midi book detail midpoint book. Cycling the canal du midi will be an unforgettable life experience.