Our articles about the Canal du Midi

The Canal du Midi is an extremely popular cruising destination visited by thousands of tourists every year. It meanders through countryside, wineries, beautiful landscapes, vast fields, historic towns, and historic sites. In 1996, the 240 km long Canal du Midi was even listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Situated in the southwestern region of France, the Canal du Midi spans over 240 kilometres (150 miles), the canal connects the Canal Lateral à la Garonne in Toulouse to the Thau Lagoon near the Mediterranean Sea. The two canals make up le Canal des Deux Mers, linking the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Not just a remarkable feat of engineering and a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Canal du Midi is an iconic boating holiday destination where any crew will find activities to suit them.