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View over a bridge to the historic Hospital La Grave in Toulouse

Bordeaux - Toulouse

Along the Garonne & Canal du Midi

7 Days / 6 Nights
Medium
View over a bridge to the historic Hospital La Grave in Toulouse

Embark on a seven-day journey from the picturesque Bordeaux to the charming Toulouse, traversing historic waterways. The renowned Canal du Midi, linking the River Garonne to the Mediterranean, boasts a charming landscape and ancient locks. Once a bustling trade route, it now serves leisure boating enthusiasts. Experience the enchantment firsthand as you savor local specialties and wines, indulging in the quintessential French way of life.

Discover Bordeaux on foot before embarking on your two-wheeled journey. As you traverse the "Entre Deux Mers" wine-growing region, you'll encounter castles and châteaux lining your route. Follow the "La Voie Verte" cycle path, named after a Tour de France champion, as you pedal from La Réole to Le Mas d'Agenais.

Make sure not to depart without glimpsing the artistic treasure within the church—a genuine Rembrandt awaits. The route winds scenically along the Canal du Midi, adorned with treasures like Bastide de Damazan. Crossing occasional bridges, you'll be accompanied by orchards and vineyards as you journey toward Moissac. The finale is truly picturesque as you pedal from lock to lock, leading you to Toulouse.

  • A feast for the senses in Bordeaux: Explore the remarkable historic district featuring iconic landmarks like the Place de la Bourse and Saint-André Cathedral. Wander through bustling markets and savor local delicacies. Don't miss the hidden gem of the Pont de Pierre viewpoint, offering a stunning vista of the city and the Garonne River. Indulge in the region's superb wines in the charming wine bars.
  • Saint-Pierre in Moissac: The quaint town is renowned for its Romanesque Saint-Pierre monastery. Celebrated for its remarkable architecture and renowned Romanesque sculptures, it is hailed as a masterpiece of Romanesque art. In 1998, it was included in the World Heritage List alongside other sites along the Camino de Santiago in France.
  • Picturesque nature by the water: Along the Canal du Midi, immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of the French countryside. The peaceful waters, bordered by rows of plane trees and charming villages, offer an idyllic backdrop for your cycling adventure.

The French are experts at savoring life's pleasures. Follow their lead and take your time to stop along the way and absorb the surroundings. This moderately challenging route alternates between plains and hills. The local Eurobike team is available via the service hotline throughout your entire journey to assist you as needed.

Cycling vacations in France combine activity with life's finest pleasures. The historical architecture takes your breath away, while nature restores your energy. Whether in Alsace or Brittany, explore this country on two wheels.

Itinerary at a glance

Bordeaux and Toulouse are true urban gems along the Garonne Canal, with picturesque canals and vineyards in between. In the church of Mas d'Agenais, you can find a genuine Rembrandt, and in Moissac, there's the historic Abbey of Saint-Pierre.

Arrival in Bordeaux and check-in in your hotel, you can get started with your bikes. You can either visit Bordeaux by bike or by foot.

You leave Bordeaux on a cycle path. Between Dordogne and Gironde, by the city of Bastide de Créon, la Sauve Majeure (former Benedictine abbey).

If you continue to St Martin:

You cross the beautiful medieval village of Sauveterre de Guyenne, a beautiful historical town with 4 gates and its fortified town founded in 1281. It’s also the county of the canton of Entre Deux Mers (AOC). The path is entirely on a cycle lane and on the green line named “Roger Lapébie” after the famous cyclist, winner of the Tour de France in 1937.

From Frontenac to Sauveterre de Guyenne, on the ”Voie Verte” (the bastid worths a tour), then to La Réole where a wonderful view over Garonne awaits you. On small roads until you reach the cycle path of the Garonne canal that you will lead you to Le Mas d’Agenais.

At the Mas d’Agenais, don’t miss the visit of the beautiful roman church that contains a real treasure: an authentic Rembrandt. Continue along the green canal where youwill have plenty of opportunities to stop. You pass by the town of Damezan, founded in 1259. The rest of the day continues just like the canal: calm and gentle until the village of Sérignac.

You continue along the Garonne Canal, you pass by the superb bridge of Pont Canal d’Agen with a stop in the historical city centre of Agen. The day continues along the canal until Moissac, centre of roman art, on the Santiago de Compostella Way. The abbaye and the cloister are part of the UNESCO world’s heritage. Moissac’s landscape is dominated with orchards and vineyards of the famous Chasselas. This is the place where the Tarna the Garonne meet.

The Garonne and its canal will lead us into the heart of Toulouse (« la ville Rose », the pink city) at the end of 56 locks of the Garonne canal.

Day
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Departure or extension

Route Information

Easy to average. Stages from 40 to 65 km per day according to the program.

Prices & Dates

Category A: 3***- and 4****-hotels (French classification)

Category B: 2**- and 3***-hotels  (French classification)

Prices per person in EUR

Our rental bikes

Rental bike partner unisex
Unisex bike 9 to 30-speed
Derailleur gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

Rental bike partner men
Men's bike 9 to 30-speed
Derailleur gears with freewheel

High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame

Rental bike partner e-bike
E-bike 7 to 21-speed
with freewheel

High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in your selected category
  • Breakfast
  • 1x dinner (Fourques sur Garonne/ St. Martin de Lerm)
  • Luggage transfer (1 piece of luggage per person with maximum 15 kg)
  • App for navigation (German, English, French)
  • Service hotline
  • Tourist tax

Optional extras

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Bordeaux or Toulouse train station
  • Bordeaux or Toulouse airport
  • Public parking garage in Bordeaux, costs approx. € 100/ week, no reservation necessary, to be paid on spot
  • Public parking garage in Toulouse, costs approx. € 160/week, no reservation necessary, to be paid on spot
  • Good train connections between Bordeaux and Toulouse

Things to note

  • Minimum number of participants: 2 persons
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.
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