- Today, the Canal du Midi and the trees that surround it are threatened by canker stain (a disease that attacks plane trees).
- The Canal Du Midi measures 240 Km in length. Its main aim was to transport wheat, wine and textiles while avoiding the dangerous waters around Gibraltar.
- Canal du Midi cruises meander along one of the most iconic waterways in the world. A feat of engineering it skirts through bright sunflower fields and brimful…
- Français : Le canal du Midi est un canal français de 240 km de long qui relie la Garonne à Toulouse au port de Sète sur la mer Méditerranée.
- The canal was built between 1666 and 1681, under the reign of Louis XIV. Nowadays, the Canal du Midi is one of the oldest canals in Europe to still be in operation.
- ...villages, past vineyards and chateaux, a glass of wine in your hand, as you explore the 241 km of the 300 year old Canal du Midi in the South of France.
- There are several options available when cruising the Canal du Midi ranging from luxury hotel barges to self-drive boats for hire.
- Be aware that in mid summer, when there is a drough,t water can be lower, much lower than advertised in the Canal du Midi.
- Hotel De Bordeaux provides quietness and comfort on the banks of the Canal du Midi. Toulouse Stadium is 5 km from the property.
- Europe’s most popular waterway, the Canal du Midi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and epitomises French lifestyle as it wends its way beneath the shade of...