How long is the Canal de Garonne?

120 miles
The Canal de Garonne (120 miles, 53 locks) stretches from its junction with the Canal du Midi in Toulouse, west to Castets-en-Dorthe where it opens into the tidal Garonne River.

Does France have canals?

There are over 2700 miles of inland waterways in France and an integral part of this system is a 750-mile network of french canals linking up the main french rivers. The perfect way to discover the country is on a french canal cruise.

How long does it take to cycle through France?

At 1000 miles it is a comparable distance to LEJOG, riders generally take between ten days and three weeks to complete the route.

Where to cycle along the Canal de Garonne?

At Sauveterre-de-Guyenne, join a quiet road to reach the Canal de Garonne near the town of La Réole. Then a greenway runs alongside the canal, shaded by planes, up to Agen then Toulouse This section of the Canal des 2 Mers à Vélo cycle route is entirely on greenways, enabling you to appreciate the countryside to the full.

Where to go cycling in Bordeaux?

Bordeaux, a splendid city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, makes for one glorious starting point on the Canal des 2 Mers à Vélo cycle route. Once you’ve crossed the mighty Garonne River, you enter the Entre-Deux-Mers vineyards via a great cycle track.

Where to cycle along the Canal des 2 Mers à Vélo?

Then a greenway runs alongside the canal, shaded by planes, up to Agen then Toulouse This section of the Canal des 2 Mers à Vélo cycle route is entirely on greenways, enabling you to appreciate the countryside to the full. Head a bit away from the Canal de Garonne to enjoy charming, hilly terrain with hints of Tuscany.

What is the best surface for cycling around the Garonne?

The path that follows the Canal de Garonne is an excellent tarmaced surface, but after Toulouse as you cross to the Midi, the track varies, and is a mix of tarmac and earth.