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The Canal du Midi is a 240 kilometres long canal in Southern France.
Originally named the Canal royal en Languedoc and renamed by French revolutionaries to Canal du Midi in 1789, the canal was at the time considered one of the greatest construction works of the 17th century.
The canal connects the Garonne River to the Étang de Thau on the Mediterranean and along with the 193 kilometres long Canal de Garonne forms the Canal des Deux Mers, joining the Atlantic to the Mediterranean.
The canal runs from the city of Toulouse down to the Étang de Thau near the Mediterranean.
Strictly speaking, Canal du Midi refers to the portion initially constructed from Toulouse to the Mediterranean - the Deux-Mers canal project aimed to link together several sections of navigable waterways to join the Mediterranean and the Atlantic:
first the Canal du Midi, then the Garonne which was more or less navigable between Toulouse and Bordeaux, then the Garonne Lateral Canal built later, and finally the Gironde estuary after Bordeaux.
Jean-Baptiste Colbert authorized the start of work by royal edict in October, 1666, with the aim of developing the wheat trade, under the supervision of Pierre-Paul Riquet, and construction lasted from 1666 to 1681, during the reign of Louis XIV.
The Canal du Midi is one of the oldest canals of Europe still in operation (the prototype being the Briare Canal).
The canal is a long ribbon of water stretching through the landscape and attracts many animal species.
Several species of fish such as bream breed in the canal, and others reproduce in its feeding rivers and spend part of their life in the canal.
The canal is also a very vegetated place. In the beginning Pierre-Paul Riquet planted trees to stabilize the banks of the canal especially where it overlooked the surrounding lands.
In the 18th century the trees planted along the canal become a source of income.
So mulberries were planted for rearing silkworms.
Then, with the end of the silk culture in 1772, the mulberry trees were replaced by the poplar from Italy which was the most productive wood.
The Canal du Midi was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.
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Cruising through the beautiful canals and rivers of France
A journey through France; a voyage on the rivers, canals and inland waterways, by boat, from north to south and east to west - - Information and Inspiration!
Our Canal Cruise In Alsace, France
This video is an overview of what our Nicols canal boating trip was like in the Alsace region of France in September 2016.
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A Visit to the 12th Century Cathar Hilltop Town of Minerve, France
A Visit to Minerve - Hotel Barging in France. Our hotel barges gently introduce you to some of Europe's finest scenery, fascinating history and local culture.
We take an excursion out to Minerve, the ancient capital of the Minervois, which boasts a 12th century Cathar fort surrounded by deep limestone gorges. Besieged by Simon de Montfort in 1215, its hilltop location affords spectacular views. A fascinating recreation in miniature of the bloodthirsty Cathar rebellion and small museum complete the intriguing picture.
Minerve
Sitting atop a rocky outcropping at the junction of the Cesse and Briant Rivers is Minerve, the ancient capital of Minervois, considered by many to be the quintessential medieval village. Its 12th century Cathar fort, which is surrounded by deep limestone gorges, affords magnificent views of surrounding countryside. Along the riverbed are caves and bridges carved out of limestone by the action of the water. Candela, an octagonal tower, is all that remains of the medieval château.
The Canal du Midi
The 300 year old Canal du Midi skirts the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean before meandering inland through ancient villages, Roman fortifications and famed vineyards. This canal is defined by its beauty, lined with plane trees and crossed by pretty arched bridges. The Mediterranean weather and pace of life is relaxed and lulls you into unwinding as you cruise sedately along.
This is the perfect place for cycling or walking along scenic tow paths, or simply watching the scenery pass by as you relax on deck with a cool drink. In the distance you can see the Pyrenees, whereas closer to hand are the vineyards that stretch for thousands of square miles. Enjoy private wine tastings at chateaux en route, locations that vary with your choice of barge.
You will discover a marvellous blend of ancient Gallo-Roman and traditional influences reflected throughout this region of historical importance. Explore this further with your tour guide when you visit the walled city of Carcassonne, the most complete medieval fortified city in existence.
Our Hotel Barges
Our classic Canal du Midi cruise is aboard our pretty 8 passenger vessel Anjodi, which has been cruising the Canal du Midi for more than 25 years. Anjodi has never been more popular since Rick Stein brought her to the attention of the world in his very successful TV series 'French Odyssey'.
Our ultra deluxe Canal du Midi cruise is aboard the 8 passenger Enchanté. This is the only double-decker hotel barge on the Canal du Midi, providing room for large cabins and additional facilities whilst still able to squeeze through the waterway's old locks.
We also offer the 10 passenger Athos for larger groups.
For more information on this cruise please see:
*Music by Crocodile Music
Fonserannes Locks • A Staircase Lock on the Canal du Midi | European Waterways
Fonserannes Lock - A Staircase Lock on the Canal du Midi in France (écluses de Fonserannes). The Fonserannes Lock is a staircase lock on the Canal du Midi near Béziers. The lock consists of 8 ovoid lock chambers and 9 gates. This allow boats to be raised a height of 21.5m, in a distance of 300m.
The Canal du Midi
The 300 year old Canal du Midi skirts the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean before meandering inland through ancient villages, Roman fortifications and famed vineyards. This canal is defined by its beauty, lined with plane trees and crossed by pretty arched bridges. The Mediterranean weather and pace of life is relaxed and lulls you into unwinding as you cruise sedately along.
This is the perfect place for cycling or walking along scenic tow paths, or simply watching the scenery pass by as you relax on deck with a cool drink. In the distance you can see the Pyrenees, whereas closer to hand are the vineyards that stretch for thousands of square miles. Enjoy private wine tastings at chateaux en route, locations that vary with your choice of barge.
You will discover a marvellous blend of ancient Gallo-Roman and traditional influences reflected throughout this region of historical importance. Explore this further with your tour guide when you visit the walled city of Carcassonne, the most complete medieval fortified city in existence.
Our Hotel Barges
Our classic Canal du Midi cruise is aboard our pretty 8 passenger vessel Anjodi, which has been cruising the Canal du Midi for more than 25 years. Anjodi has never been more popular since Rick Stein brought her to the attention of the world in his very successful TV series 'French Odyssey'.
Our ultra deluxe Canal du Midi cruise is aboard the 8 passenger Enchanté. This is the only double-decker hotel barge on the Canal du Midi, providing room for large cabins and additional facilities whilst still able to squeeze through the waterway's old locks.
We also offer the 10 passenger Athos for larger groups.
For more information on this cruise please see:
*Music by Crocodile Music
Music: On veut des sous
Composed by: Zanda / Philippe Abizanda
Published by: Universal Music Publishing
Olonzac - Herault - France
Olonzac Herault regio Languedoc-Roussillon 2009
Follow in Rick Stein's Footsteps with a Canal du Midi Cruise | European Waterways
Follow in Rick Stein's Footsteps with a Canal du Midi Barge Cruise.
Our hotel barges gently introduce you to some of Europe's finest scenery, fascinating history and local culture.
Take a trip through gorgeous countryside and medieval cities in the sun on one of the most loved luxury hotel barges, 'Anjodi'. Some of you might remember her days of fame in the BBC series French Odyssey, where Rick Stein stayed on board as she cruised through the delightful canals and vineyards of Southern France.
The 300 year old Canal du Midi skirts the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean before meandering inland through ancient villages, Roman fortifications and famed vineyards. This canal is defined by its beauty, lined with plane trees and crossed by pretty arched bridges. The Mediterranean weather and pace of life is relaxed and lulls you into unwinding as you cruise sedately along.
This is the perfect place for cycling or walking along scenic tow paths, or simply watching the scenery pass by as you relax on deck with a cool drink. In the distance you can see the Pyrenees, whereas closer to hand are the vineyards that stretch for thousands of square miles. Enjoy private wine tastings at chateaux en route, locations that vary with your choice of barge.
You will discover a marvellous blend of ancient Gallo-Roman and traditional influences reflected throughout this region of historical importance. Explore this further with your tour guide when you visit the walled city of Carcassonne, the most complete medieval fortified city in existence.
The cuisine is a delicious combination of both Provençal and traditional flavours. Fresh seafood and regional specialities with the excellent local Corbières and Minervois wines produce an unforgettable repertoire of meals.
*Music by Crocodile Music
Canal du Midi Barge Cruise 2018 (Self Drive)
Our adventures on the Canal du Midi after we and our friends chartered a huge barge to self-drive through the south of France. Learning to drive took a few days, but as you can see, we soon got into the swing of things.
We also wrote about our Canal du Midi barge adventures, along with lots of pictures, on our website LifePart2.com
Le Canal du Midi
Une destination Sud de France
Time lapse - Sur le Canal du Nivernais et l'Yonne de Tannay à Migennes (Le Boat)
Mit Smigitours Unterwegs.
Eine Woche auf dem Hausboot auf dem Canal du Nivernais und der Yonne mit einer Countesse der Firma Le Boat.
Von Tannay nach Migennes. 100km und 50 Schleusen
Streckenabschnitte:
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Samstag, Tannay -- Asnois (Zeitmarke 0:00)
Sonntag, Asnois -- Châtel-Censoir (Zeitmarke 4:05)
Montag, Châtel-Censoir -- Vermenton (Zeitmarke 9:10)
Dienstag, Vermenton -- Vincelles (Zeitmarke 14:10)
Mittwoch, Vincelles -- Auxerre (Zeitmarke 17:29)
Donnerstag, Auxerre -- Monéteau (Zeitmarke 22:13)
Freitag, Monéteau -- Migennes (Zeitmarke 26:31)
Die Vermietung
Das Boot