Campsites near the Canal du Midi
Camping holidays near the Canal des Deux-Mers
If you stay at a campsite along the Canal du Midi, you'll discover one of the most famous waterways in France. Explore the vineyards of Aude and the beaches of the Mediterranean from your campsite base. Places like Toulouse, Lauragais, Castelnaudary, Carcassonne, Minervois, Béziers, Agde, Etang de Thau and Sète are all waiting for you! Your camping holiday near the Canal du Midi is the perfect way to explore. Choose a mobile home rental near the Canal du Midi, or go back to nature with a camping pitch. You'll fall in love with France while staying at a campsite along the Canal des Deux-Mers.
Immerse yourself in the adventure of the Canal du Midi
The Canal du Midi, a masterpiece by Pierre Paul Riquet, connects the Atlantic Ocean with the Mediterranean Sea. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a top tourist attraction! There are 63 locks along its entire length, and it's beautiful everywhere you go. Relax beside the water, admiring the colours of nature on the banks of the canal.
Since the days of the Roman Empire, people have dreamed of a canal to connect the Atlantic with the Mediterranean. Many French kings considered the project, but it always seemed too risky. It was a complicated job, and pirates at sea were a major hazard — plus, the Kingdom of Spain levied taxes on the Strait of Gibraltar!
It wasn't until the 17th century, when King Louis XIV sat on the throne, that the canal finally came to life. Engineering genius Pierre-Paul Riquet designed the canal, which took fifteen years to complete. This pioneering masterpiece is Europe's oldest canal still in operation, and it continues to impress engineers and casual fans around the world.
During your camping trip, learn more about the Canal du Midi. Check out the most important locks, like the Round Lock of Agde or the Nine Locks of Fonseranes. Stay at one of our campsites in Tarn to visit the "Le Reservoir" museum, where the whole family can enjoy interactive exhibits and learn about Riquet's great project.
Enjoy a cruise on the Canal du Midi
What's the best way to see the Canal du Midi? On a boat, of course! From pleasure boats to barges, from a couple of hours to a full-day excursion, there are many boat trips on the Canal du Midi. Enjoy a romantic sunset cruise or a family day out.
Prefer to stay on dry land? Pick a marina as your starting point, and then try cycling or walking along the old towpaths running alongside the Canal du Midi. Under the shade of cypresses and plane trees, these trails are an enjoyable way to spend a day.
Of course, if you really want the full canal experience, you can rent a boat for several days. The whole Languedoc is open to you! Dock in whichever town tickles your fancy, explore the area on your bikes and then pitch a tent at one of our great campsites near the Canal du Midi. This is the best way to see Languedoc!
Over nearly 240 kilometres, from Toulouse in Haute-Garonne to the Etang de Thau in Hérault, the Canal du Midi can become your playground. Long cruises, boat trips, romantic walks and bike rides — whatever you want is waiting for you!
Are you ready to enjoy the Canal du Midi and Occitanie? Book your mobile home near the Canal du Midi with a swimming pool or sea access. Your next great adventure is just around the corner!
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