Have you heard of the Canal du Midi? It wasn't until the 17th century that it came to life thanks to Pierre-Paul Riquet. Top tips from Sandra Michel, nature photographer. Hop on board a boat, grab a bike, pull on your trainers and go through the Malpas tunnel which was dug out in three months in secret as Colbert didn't agree to it. It's a real technical feat despite being less spectacular than the impressive staircase locksthat are the Fonseranes 9 Locks.
They have been fully restored and are now a first class tourist attraction. Start your adventure in Maraussan where the oldest cooperative winery in France awaits. Vines have been grown here for years and are everywhere.
It isn't too much of a hard slog Here you'll find the relics of a major Gaul town that was inhabited between 3 and 6AD. The treasure unearthed during archaeological digs is exhibited at the site's museum. Its cultivated fields form a huge wheel whose spokes are water channels. Travel by train. Learn more. Everyone loves it! There's nothing unwelcoming about this place where you'll see the biggest international artists from the 60s to the present day.
The permanent collection is complimented by major temporary exhibitions. The openwork columns by Daniel Buren light up at dusk outside. Our favourite. A large fine sand beach, a long dune belt and a marsh area teeming with birds This Natura site is heaven on earth. Signposted trail 2 hr walk.
Find out more. Your itinerary with. Regional Committee for Tourism and Leisure Occitanie. Why visit this Top Occitania Site? Canal du Midi. Our suggestions.
