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The Canal des 2 Mers à Vélo

From the Atlantic to the Mediterranean stretches an exceptional cycling route: the Canal des Deux Mers. This unique crossing of France harmoniously combines the Canal de Garonne and the Canal du Midi, the latter a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Your journey begins in Bordeaux, a UNESCO-listed wine city, where the majestic quays set the tone for your adventure. The old towpaths, now transformed into lush green cycle paths, guide you through a patchwork of landscapes where generous vineyards and flourishing orchards follow one another. Gascony reveals its architectural treasures along the way: here, a medieval bastide town tells its story, while there, the Agen canal bridge impresses with its monumentality. In Moissac, a major stop on the Pilgrim’s Way to Santiago de Compostela, the abbey church invites you to take a contemplative break.

Then it’s on to Toulouse, the Pink City, before giving way to the legendary Canal du Midi. Pierre-Paul Riquet’s masterpiece will take you all the way to the Mediterranean shores, crossing the Lauragais and Minervois regions. The imposing silhouette of Carcassonne stands out on your route, a prelude to the gentle wine-growing hills that escort you to the sparkling beaches of the Grande Bleue.

Essential questions to help you prepare for your trip :

  • When should you set off on your adventure?
Connoisseurs prefer spring and autumn, from April to October, for ideal weather and mild temperatures.

  • Which two-wheeled companion should you choose?
Choose a mountain bike or a hybrid bike that’s perfectly suited to the Greenways. Electric assistance provides extra comfort so you can enjoy every moment to the full.

  • What rhythm should you adopt on a daily basis?
A distance of 35 to 55 km per day allows you to combine pedalling with gastronomic discoveries.

  • Is this the adventure for you?
The route, which is mostly flat and safe, caters for all cyclists, from families to active senior citizens.

  • Where to put your suitcases each evening?
The route is dotted with a string of carefully selected accommodation options, from authentic gîtes to refined hotels.

  • How do you orchestrate your epic?
All-inclusive packages include accommodation, luggage transport and a detailed route book for a worry-free journey.

Why entrust your Canal des Deux Mers adventure to Randovelo?

Our passion for this historic route is reflected in our meticulous organisation: meticulous selection of stages, daily luggage transport, permanent assistance and personalised advice. A complete package that allows you to concentrate on what’s most important: enjoying this unique crossing of France, lulled by the murmur of the waters and the shade of ancient plane trees.

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Canal du Midi by bike from Toulouse to Sète via the Cathar castles

Enjoy the longest version of the ‘Canal du Midi by bike’: the most famous water canal in Europe for its amazing measurements and for its peaceful surroundings. The idea of digging this channel linking the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean sea dates back to Antiquity but it was under Louis the 14th’s reign that it has been built.

Along the channel, discover the countryside landscapes and farms of the ‘Laugarais’ area, the gentle slopes sprinkled with vineyards, the chateaux of the Aude area and the city of Carcassonne up to the Mediterranean beaches.

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8 days / 6 days riding  / ref. CM5
Difficulty Moderate
from 980 €
Linear trip
Carcassonne

Canal du Midi by bike from Toulouse to Carcassonne

Let the route of the canal guide you as it presents all its history punctuated by conquests, boat cruises, sunny walks. The ‘Canal du Midi’ offers you all its numerous architectural and cultural treasures : amazing civil engineering structures, Cathar vestiges…

This is also an opportunity to meet with numerous house-boats and its inhabitants in a country of ‘art de vivre’. Vineyard landscapes, countryside, pine and olive trees will punctuate your stay.

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4 days / 3 days riding  / ref. CM1
Difficulty Moderate
from 450 €
Linear trip / 5 testimonials
Canal des Deux Mers

Canal de Garonne by bike from Bordeaux to Toulouse

The Canal des 2 mers has been transformed, almost completely, as a green lane, from the Bordeaux’ docks to the Toulouse’ pink places. You will follow this ancient canal towpath, converted as a promenade and discovery space, to share with walkers and boaters.
Between rivers, vines and orchards, the numerous ancient fortified towns are waiting to deliver their secrets and History. You will be surrounded by quietness, easy living, conviviality and gastronomy.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. CG1
Difficulty Moderate
from 1070 €
Linear trip / 8 testimonials
Canal du Midi - Mirepeysset

Canal du Midi by bike from Carcassonne to Sète

The ‘canal du Midi’, architect Pierre-Paul Riquet’s masterpiece, is the most famous water canal in Europe for its amazing measurements and for its peaceful surroundings. The idea of digging this channel linking the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean sea dates back to Antiquity but it was under Louis the 14th’s reign that it has been built.

Along the channel, discover the countryside landscapes and farms of the ‘Laugarais’ area, the gentle slopes sprinkled with vineyards, the chateaux of the Aude area and the city of Carcassonne up to the Mediterranean beaches.

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5 days / 3 days riding  / ref. CM2
Difficulty Easy
from 590 €
Linear trip / 6 testimonials
canal du midi

The 'Canal des 2 Mers': from Bordeaux to Sète by Bike

The ‘Canal des 2 Mers’ link up the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. This bike itinerary leads you along the Canal de Garonne from Bordeaux to Toulouse. Then, you will join the Canal du Midi, UNESCO World Heritage, to the Mediterranean Sea. You will follow this ancient canal towpath, converted as a promenade and discovery space, to share with walkers and boaters.

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12 days / 10 days riding  / ref. CGCM1
Difficulty Moderate
from 1790 €
Linear trip / 6 testimonials

Canal du Midi by bike from Toulouse to Sète

Enjoy the longest version of the ‘Canal du Midi by bike’: the most famous water canal in Europe for its amazing measurements and for its peaceful surroundings. The idea of digging this channel linking the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean sea dates back to Antiquity but it was under Louis the 14th’s reign that it has been built.

Along the channel, discover the countryside landscapes and farms of the ‘Laugarais’ area, the gentle slopes sprinkled with vineyards, the chateaux of the Aude area and the city of Carcassonne up to the Mediterranean beaches.

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7 days / 5 days riding  / ref. CM4
Difficulty Moderate
from 860 €
Linear trip / 5 testimonials
Canal du Midi

Canal du Midi by bike from Toulouse to Carcassonne - short stages

Let the route of the canal guide you as it presents all its history punctuated by conquests, boat cruises, sunny walks. The ‘Canal du Midi’ offers you all its numerous architectural and cultural treasures : amazing civil engineering structures, Cathar vestiges…
This is also an opportunity to meet with numerous house-boats and its inhabitants in a country of ‘art de vivre’. Vineyard landscapes, countryside, pine and olive trees will punctuate your stay.

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5 days / 3 days riding  / ref. CM3
Difficulty Easy
from 560 €
Linear trip / 8 testimonials
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