Canal du Midi: From Montpellier to Carcassonne
France
7 days (Bike: 5 days)
225 km (~45km per day)
Leisure
Cycle paths/trails, Some hills, Quiet roads
Self-Guided
Semi-Supported
Linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Atlantic Ocean, the Canal du Midi is one of mankind's exceptional achievements - so exceptional that it's been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ideal for navigating by barge, this 260 km-long canal is also perfect for cycling! The towpaths along the canal, along with quiet roads, make it easy for cyclists to discover some of the remarkable sites in the region: the harbor of Sète, the medieval walled city of Carcassonne (another UNESCO World Heritage Site), the town of Agde and its fortified Romanesque cathedral, and the 2,000-year-old Roman bridge in Béziers… to name a few.
Each day’s ride is intentionally short so you can tour at your own pace without feeling rushed or regimented. With manageable terrain, you’ll arrive at each destination feeling relaxed and eager to explore — although the journey itself is magical in its own right.
Tour Information
From
Montpellier
To
Carcassone
Cost From
Self-Guided Please Ask
Departure(s)
Starts any Sunday from mid March to late October
Single Supplement
Available
Elevation Gain
1210 m
Inclusions
- 6 nights' accommodation 1 night in a 4-star hotel and 5 nights in 3-star hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Daily dinner (drinks are not included)
- Meeting with our local representative
- Luggage transfers
- Marked maps and/or cue sheets and route notes
- Tourist information
- Assistance if necessary (you will be provided with our local rep’s mobile number)
- All tax and service charges
Exclusions
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Travel insurance
- Bicycle rentals
- Shoulder and high season supplements
Options
- Bicycle rentals - prices include the drop-off fee for the bike's return to Montpellier.
- Hybrid bikes
- E-bikes
- Accommodation upgrade
- A longer version of this tour is available from Montpellier to Toulouse
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