Plan your trip

There are so many possibilities when exploring the Canal du Midi: by boat, bike, exploring the surrounding area, heritage sites, etc. To plan your trip as best you can, here is some useful information!

How long does it take to visit the Canal du Midi?

Le Somail - ©Benjamin Deliere, Atouts France

When is the best time to visit the Canal du Midi ?

Donneville à l'automne - © Alexandre Menard

How to get to the Canal du Midi ?

Colombiers et le canal du Midi, vue du ciel

Colombiers vu du ciel © VNF, Victor Tonelli

Bike or boat hire

Vélo et bateau © VNF

Route planner

Cyclistes le long du canal du Midi© Sylvain Cambon, VNF

Organising your journey

Navigation sur canal du Midi au milieu des vignes ©VNF, Sylvain Cambon

Swimming and water sports

Activités nautiques au lac de Saint Ferréol, barrage réservoir

Tourism information

Office de tourisme à Béziers aux écluses de Fonserannes

Where to stay ?

Where to eat ?

Guinguette sur le canal du Midi à Argens-Minervois

Guinguette à Argens-Minervois - ADT11, Alibeu