Canal du Midi

The Canal du Midi is a 240 km long canal in Southern France, considered one of the greatest construction works of the 17th century. It connects the Garonne to the Étang de Thau on the Mediterranean and, along with the Canal de Garonne, forms the Canal des Deux Mers, joining the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. The canal is a summit-level canal, climbing from Toulouse on the Atlantic side to the Seuil de Naurouze or summit level, where the feeder canal enters. The canal features 65 locks, and its construction was a remarkable feat of engineering, with a system of water supply from the Montagne Noire. The Canal du Midi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers a unique and scenic route for boating, cycling, and walking, with many charming villages and towns along its route, making it a great destination for families to explore