Discover the Canal du Midi
The Canal du Midi is a navigable canal that has connected Toulouse to the Mediterranean Sea since the 17th century. This exceptional structure is considered the largest construction project of the 17th century and revolutionized transportation. This vast project was initiated by Pierre-Paul de Riquet, a tax collector and French entrepreneur. Since 1996, it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Canal du Midi is a must-see in the region! Not to be missed during a stay at the hotel in Valras Plage!
The essentials of the Canal du Midi
Along the Canal du Midi, tourist sites stand out for their history, beauty or technical prowess. We recommend: the Négra lock, the town of Castelnaudary, Carcassonne, the Orbiel aqueduct bridge, La Redorte, Le Somail, the Fonseranes locks, the Orb canal bridge and the Pointe des Onglous.