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Culture and gastronomy go hand in hand in the sunny region of Aquitaine in South West France, and both can be enjoyed to the full from the waterways. Cruise through the beautiful Garonne valley on the River Baïse and the Canal latéral à la Garonne. Discover ancient Bastide towns, medieval market squares and magnificent châteaux set amid a landscape of cornfields, orchards and vine-clad hillsides.
Cruise through the beautiful Garonne valley on the River Baïse and the Canal latéral à la Garonne from our bases at Le Mas d’Agenais or Montauban, Discover ancient Bastide towns, medieval market squares and magnificent châteaux set amid a landscape of cornfields, orchards and vine-clad hillsides.
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Regional Highlights
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Ancient hilltop villages boasting magnificent views
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Delightful medieval villages with cobbled streets and timbered houses
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Moissac’s famous Abbey and cloisters
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The boat lift at Montech – an un-missable cruising experience!
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World-famous wines such as Margaux, St.Emilion, Graves and Medoc
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Colourful local markets for foie gras and truffles
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| WEEK BREAKS - Suggested Cruises in Aquitaine |
Enjoy a cultural cruise on the Canal latéral à la Garonne and the River Tarn to our new base at Montauban. Famous works of art by Rembrandt, Sisley, Goya and Dufy can be found in the ancient Bastide towns that line your route. See amazing architecture and cross the stunning arched .
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Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: One way
Distance: 123km
Locks: 33
Cruise Time: 30 hrs |
Follow the Canal latéral à la Garonne through vineyards and pastures to Buzet, famous for its amber-coloured aperitif. The bastide town of Vianne is famous for its beautiful glassworks and has many good restaurants and lively markets while the 16th century fortified water mill at Barbaste – its four towers dedicated. View Cruise Map |
Duration: one week
Cruise Type: One way
Distance: 62 km
Locks: 22
Cruise Time: 16 hrs |
Choose to cruise on the beautiful River Baïse and the Canal latéral à la Garonne to the see region’s best-loved medieval villages, ancient castles and Roman aqueducts and bridges. Highlights of your trip include visits to Agen, Moissac, Nérac and Vianne. And, being in the heart of one .
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Duration: one week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 204 km
Locks: 46
Cruise Time: 38 hrs |
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From our new base in Montauban, one of the oldest Bastide towns in southern France, cruise along the fully restored Canal de Montech through the beautiful Agre forest to Montech and experience the amazing boat lift before joining the Canal latéral à la Garonne on a leisurely cruise of this beautiful region famed for its rural .View Cruise Map |
Duration: One week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 93 km
Locks: 35
Cruise Time: 25 hrs |
SHORT BREAKS - Suggested Cruises in Aquitaine |
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A short break cruise on the Canal Latéral à la Garonne and the river Baïse to discover the rich culture and gastronomy of the south-west of France through the little villages of Buzet, Nerac and Damazan.
A 3 night version of this cruise is also available.View Cruise Map |
Duration: One week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 93 km
Locks: 35
Cruise Time: 25 hrs |
