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Backroad cycling France

A wonderful cycling mini-break along the picturesque Canal de la GaronneRef CN47

The Canal de la Garonne may well be the little brother of the famous « Canal du Midi », but it is no less impressive! Mostly off-road, the route makes the most of a great network of cycle paths and green lanes, where the waters of the canal set the pace of the riding. A great opportunity to taste the pleasures of riding under your own steam from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea! No noise, no cars, no stress… just a gentle progression from lock to lock. We discover the incredible expertise and know-how deployed in order to create this gigantic hydraulic machine that spans from coast to coast. Our bikes offer us the freedom to take a few detours along the way in order to visit the Agen water bridge, the Villascopia archeological site and the Abbaye de Moissac, as well as the historical town centres of Agen, Marmande, Moissac and Montauban.
A great route from Agen to Toulouse which is sure to win you over with its charming mix of town and countryside!

Self-guided tour: from 310€ - Details Duration : 3 or 4 days | Level : Customer satisfaction : - 2 reviews
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Physical level :  

  • Your profile:

    Not especially sporty, but you enjoy biking occasionally.

  • Tour profile:

    Distance: 25 to 35 km per day depending on the route profile. Altitude gain: 500 metres maximum accumulated over the day.
Physical level :  

  • Your profile:

    Fairly sporty, enjoying leisure cycling on a fairly regular basis.

  • Tour profile:

    Distance: 35 to 50 km per day depending on the route profile. Altitude gain: 800 metres maximum accumulated over the day.
Physical level :  

  • Your profile:

    Fit, riding at least once a week, with occasional trips of at least 50 km.

  • Tour profile:

    Distance: 50 to 70 km per day depending on the route profile. Altitude gain: 1200 metres maximum accumulated over the day.

This tour is E-bike compatible

Highlights

  • A largely traffic free itinerary, mostly on green lanes and cycle tracks.
  • With very few hills along the route, the kilometres fly by with ease...
  • A great mix between leisurely cycling and the discovery of historical towns and villages.
  • A really charming accommodation in Grenade.

Description

  • Accommodation:

    2* Hotel, guest house

  • Luggage transport:

    Only your daypack; your baggage will be carried by vehicle

Comments

  • Special offers for private groups. Please ask us for a quote.
  • Guided tour available upon request.



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Average tour rating:

4/5 - 2 Reviews
Kathleen H. | Participant rating:
"Would recommend the tour from Agen to Toulouse well maintained path by the canal, picturisque and lovely villages to stop in along the way. The accommodation exceeded expectations particularly in Grenade. France Bike Trips were very helpful and it was good value for money "
Noelene B. | Participant rating:
"Very helpful support before trip. Good details, etc.
Very happy with everything apart from the seats.
We did make a major mistake when booking as we decided to do the Garonne rather than Canal du Midi and made this decision as we had heard the Midi path was quite rough. However we did not consider the history of the Garonne so found the ride quite monotonous as we weren't passing thru villages etc but farmland day after day. We didn't take into consideration that the Garonne is only about 200 years old with no river traffic history over the centuries as with the Midi. But that was our mistake. However this aspect could be worth pointing out in the tour description. "
This review has received a response from France Bike Trips:

Thank you for your post-tour feedback. Effectively the Canal de la Garonne is a little less picturesque that the Canal du Midi (though still a superb tour in our opinion). One big advantage of the Garonne over the Midi is the quality of the cycling surface. Unfortunately some parts of the Canal du Midi have fallen into disrepair over the years meaning there are some rough sections that may not suit some cyclists, as well as detours on roads due to work being carried out. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, but both remain 2 of the best cycling tours on offer in France.