The treasure to discover during your cruise in Aquitaine

TOP 8 treasures to discover during your cruise in Aquitaine on the Canal Latéral à la Garonne

1 - Discover Agen, the city of many faces!

Agen is much more than a rugby field or the kingdom of prunes. It's a multi-faceted town brimming with unsuspected treasures. Prunes, the undisputed stars, come in all shapes and sizes, adding a unique flavour to the destination. But Agen is also a journey back in time, with its Musée des Beaux-Arts housing Gallo-Roman gems and the Venus du Mas, a work of regional renown. You might also like to visit the Cathedral of Saint-Caprais, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's a symbol of the region, and its architecture is made up of different styles, due to its turbulent past.

2 - The Pont-Canal d'Agen, the highlight of your cruise in Aquitaine

The Pont-Canal d'Agen is THE postcard of your Aquitaine cruise. Imagine yourself in your houseboat gliding over the Garonne, carried by its 580-metre length and its 23 majestic arches 20 metres wide - pretty cool, eh? Let yourself be captivated by the exceptional panoramic view stretching out before you.

3 - Notre-Dame de Marmande church

Immerse yourself in history at Notre-Dame de Marmande church, a Gothic building erected in the 13th century. With its cloister, chapel and listed organ, this is a captivating place to visit. Don't miss this treasure waiting to be discovered!

4 - The Montech water slope, a technical feat to discover during your cruise in Aquitaine

Explore the Montech Water Slope, a highly innovative system for its time. Used by houseboats to change water levels, this ancient system is now preserved in the form of a fascinating museum. A dive into the engineering of the past that's well worth a stop on your Aquitaine cruise.

5 - The church of Saint-Vincent in Le Mas d'Agenais

The church of Saint-Vincent dominates the Canal Latéral de la Garonne with its imposing height and rich architecture. This remarkable building features a work by Rembrandt dating from 1631, one of a series of 7 paintings exhibited in Munich. All the more reason not to miss this village on your Aquitaine cruise.

6 - Montauban, a place of culture

There are plenty of places to discover in Montauban! The Olympe de Gouges theatre, the former Jesuit college, the plant garden and the Ingres Bourdelle museum. The museum, housed in the former episcopal palace, tells the story of local art through the works of Jean-Augustes-Dominique Ingres and Antoine Bourdelle.

7 - Moissac, a rich material heritage!

Moissac stands out from other towns thanks to 2 unique features:

• The Cacor canal bridge, which offers navigation over the Tarn and a breathtaking view of the river.
• The Abbey of Saint-Pierre de Moissac, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, notably for its breathtakingly beautiful cloister!

Explore these treasures that make Moissac a must-see on your Aquitaine cruise.

8 - An unusual museum on the banks of the Canal Latéral à la Garonne

In Fontet, a surprise awaits you along the Canal Latéral à la Garonne. The Musée des Monuments en Allumettes takes you on a journey through France, with impressive reproductions of historic French monuments. A unique experience to enhance your cruise in Aquitaine that will take you on a journey through France!

Embark on a cruise in Aquitaine and let yourself be enchanted by these cultural and historical treasure troves that make every stop an authentic adventure!