cruising route Fourques / Toulouse / Fourques
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Fourques - Toulouse - Fourques - 324 Km - 88 Locks - 61 h of navigation - 14 Nights (2 weeks)
From Fourques to Le Mas d'Agenais, 6 km, 1 Lock(s), 1 h of navigation
Stopover : Fourques > Le Mas d'Agenais
From Le Mas d'Agenais to Buzet, 20 km, 3 Lock(s), 3.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Le Mas d'Agenais > Buzet
Monument
Le Mas d'Agenais
The church in this typical small village houses a representation of the crucifixion, painted by Rembrandt.
Monument
Buzet
This town - known above all for its wine, with cellars accessible to the public - is also home to the Château de Buzet. Pillaged by the English in the 13th century, this castle was a Catholic stronghold during the Wars of Religion, and is listed as a Historical Monument.
Vineyard
the Buzet
From Buzet to Agen, 28 km, 7 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Buzet > Agen
River constructions
the Canal Bridge of the Baise
This aqueduct allows a barge on the Canal de Garonne to cross the Baise river, a little to the south of Buzet.
River constructions
the Canal Bridge of Agen
This aqeduct, which enables the Canal de Garonne to span the Garonne river, is a magnificient work of river architecture. Completed in 1843, the first stone was placed by the Duke of Orléans in 1839.
Vineyard
the Côtes du Brulhois
From Agen to Valence d'Agen, 27 km, 3 Lock(s), 4.2 h of navigation
Stopover : Agen > Valence d'Agen
Monument
Agen
Known above all for its prunes and its rugby team, Agen also has an abundance of noteworthy structures: the Cathedral of Saint-Caprias, the Church of Notre-Dame-du-Bourg, and the Church of the Jacobins.
Monument
Valence d'Agen
This small town features 3 listed monuments: 2 wash hoses and a dovecote.
Vineyard
the Côtes du Brulhois
Gastronomy
the Pruneau d'Agen
From Valence d'Agen to Castelsarrasin, 24 km, 12 Lock(s), 5.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Valence d'Agen > Moissac > Castelsarrasin
Monument
Moissac
This town, with its abbey dating back over 1000 years, the Abbaye Saint-Pierre, is one of the best examples of Romanesque architecture in the south-west. From Moissac it is possible to travel several kilometers (11 to be exact) on the Tarn river.
River constructions
the Canal Bridge of Moissac
Built in 1844 with bricks from Toulouse, this aqueduct allows the Tarn river to be crossed by barge.
Nature
The Ile aux Oiseaux of St Nicolas de la Grave
This bird sanctuary is famous for the diversity of species which often visit its lands.
Swimming
the lakes of St Nicolas de la Grave
Sports and leisure activities
the lakes of St Nicolas de la Grave
This natural lake at the confluence of the Garonne and Tarn rivers offers the opportunity to take part in or discover all sorts of water sports.From Castelsarrasin to Grisolles, 30 km, 9 Lock(s), 5.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Castelsarrasin > Montech > Grisolles
Monument
Montauban
This magnificent town is well worth the detour. The old town, its old 10th century bridge, the Bishop's Palace and the tower of the Church of Saint-Jacques are just a few of the many remarkable landmarks this town has to offer.
Vineyard
the Côtes du Frontonnais
From Grisolles to Grisolles, 54 km, 18 Lock(s), 10.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Grisolles
Vineyard
the Côtes du Frontonnais
From Grisolles to Castelsarrasin, 30 km, 9 Lock(s), 5.8 h of navigation
Stopover : Grisolles > Montech > Castelsarrasin
Monument
Montauban
This magnificent town is well worth the detour. The old town, its old 10th century bridge, the Bishop's Palace and the tower of the Church of Saint-Jacques are just a few of the many remarkable landmarks this town has to offer.
River constructions
the water slope of Montech
This relatively new water slope (1974) enables the circumvention of 5 locks, with a height difference of 13.3m. Remember: this water slope may not be used by rental boats (boats must be a minimum of 20m to pass through).
Vineyard
the Wines of Lavilledieu
From Castelsarrasin to Valence d'Agen, 24 km, 12 Lock(s), 5.6 h of navigation
Stopover : Castelsarrasin > Moissac > Valence d'Agen
Monument
Moissac
This town, with its abbey dating back over 1000 years, the Abbaye Saint-Pierre, is one of the best examples of Romanesque architecture in the south-west. From Moissac it is possible to travel several kilometers (11 to be exact) on the Tarn river.
River constructions
the Canal Bridge of Moissac
Built in 1844 with bricks from Toulouse, this aqueduct allows the Tarn river to be crossed by barge.
Nature
The Ile aux Oiseaux of St Nicolas de la Grave
This bird sanctuary is famous for the diversity of species which often visit its lands.
Swimming
the lakes of St Nicolas de la Grave
Sports and leisure activities
the lakes of St Nicolas de la Grave
This natural lake at the confluence of the Garonne and Tarn rivers offers the opportunity to take part in or discover all sorts of water sports.From Valence d'Agen to Agen, 27 km, 3 Lock(s), 4.2 h of navigation
Stopover : Valence d'Agen > Agen
Monument
Agen
Known above all for its prunes and its rugby team, Agen also has an abundance of noteworthy structures: the Cathedral of Saint-Caprias, the Church of Notre-Dame-du-Bourg, and the Church of the Jacobins.
Monument
Valence d'Agen
This small town features 3 listed monuments: 2 wash hoses and a dovecote.
Vineyard
the Côtes du Brulhois
Gastronomy
the Pruneau d'Agen
From Agen to Buzet, 28 km, 7 Lock(s), 5.1 h of navigation
Stopover : Agen > Buzet
Monument
Buzet
This town - known above all for its wine, with cellars accessible to the public - is also home to the Château de Buzet. Pillaged by the English in the 13th century, this castle was a Catholic stronghold during the Wars of Religion, and is listed as a Historical Monument.
Vineyard
the Buzet
From Buzet to Fourques, 26 km, 4 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation
Stopover : Buzet > Le Mas d'Agenais > Fourques
Monument
Le Mas d'Agenais
The church in this typical small village houses a representation of the crucifixion, painted by Rembrandt.
Monument
Buzet
This town - known above all for its wine, with cellars accessible to the public - is also home to the Château de Buzet. Pillaged by the English in the 13th century, this castle was a Catholic stronghold during the Wars of Religion, and is listed as a Historical Monument.
Vineyard
the Buzet
Bike
Bike
Tow paths provide an ideal place to ride your bikeThe Locks
1 type(s) of lock(s) on The Canal de Garonne and the Baïse- Automatic locks