Two Seas Canal by gravel bike - From Bordeaux to Agde, Sète or Montpellier

Arrival in Bordeaux

Meet at our charming guesthouse, ideally located near Bordeaux's St Jean train station or the city center. Your host will be happy to offer recommendations for sightseeing, activities, and must-try restaurants.
Your bike will be available from 7 p.m for an optional evening ride.

Dinner on your own and overnight stay in Bordeaux.

Distance cycled: 45-50km

You begin by following the Garonne River, where you can admire the beautiful facades of Bordeaux, the capital of the Gironde region. The landscapes alternate between wooded valleys, bastide towns, small château, and of course, the renowned Bordeaux vineyards !

Dinner on your own and overnight stay in Frontenac.

Distance cycled : 60km-72km

You start the day on charming, quiet country roads winding through the rolling vineyards and shaded woods typical of the Entre-deux-Mers region. Then, the atmosphere changes as you join the Canal de la Garonne - a peaceful setting perfect for gravel biking The trail follows the canal, passing flower-lined locks, lively small ports, and majestic rows of plane trees, offering a smooth and relaxing route.

Dinner on your own and overnight stay in Mas d'Agenais.

Distance cycled : 87-95km

After leaving Le Mas d'Agenais or Marmande, you continue your gravel adventure along the peaceful banks of the Canal de la Garonne. The route unfolds like a tranquil ribbon lined with century-old place trees, flower-adorned locks, and sleepy villages. The terrain is gentle, perfect for steady progress, while the scenery subtly changes along the way : fields, orchards, small ports, and woodland passages punctuate the day. Arrival in Moissac, a town of art and history on the banks of the Tarn, marks a beautiful end to the stage.

Dinner on your own and overnight stay in Moissac.

Distance cycled : 70-78km

From Moissac, the route follows the Tarn River before rejoining the Canal de la Garonne for a beautiful ride accross the Tarn-et-Garonne to the bustling city of Toulouse. The smooth, rolling path continues along tree-lined towpaths, dotted with charming engineering works, locks and quiet villages. The route alternates between shaded stretches and open views over the agricultural landscapes of the Southwest. As you approach Toulouse, the surroundings become more urban, but the greenway remains pleasant all the way into the heart of the Pink City.

Dinner on your own and overnight stay in Toulouse.

Distance cycled : 104km

You leave the Pink City following the Canal du Midi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Before long, the urban bustle fades away, giving way to a more peaceful atmosphere : between plane trees, stone bridges and history-laden locks, the route follows a green, shaded ribbon through the Lauragais countryside. The canal winds gently, passing typical villages and rolling landscapes, occasionally offering beautiful views of the distant Pyrenees. Your arrival in Carcassonne, with its iconic medieval ramparts as a backdrop, crowns a stage rich in atmosphere and heritage.

Dinner on your own and overnight stay in Carcassonne.

Distance cycled : 84-86km

Leaving the medieval city of Carcassonne, you continue your gravel journey along the towpaths of the Canal du Midi. This stage offers a peaceful and wild route, weaving between locks, canal bridges, and historic structures surrounded by lush vegetation. The path winds through the characteristic landscapes of the Aude region—vineyards, garrigue, and sun-drenched Languedoc villages. At times, the canal narrows and becomes more winding, creating a charming and ever-changing backdrop. You finally arrive in Capestang, with its port, impressive collegiate church, and warm canal-side atmosphere.

Dinner on your own and overnight stay in Capestang.

Distance cycled : 72-74km

Final stretch toward the sea! From Capestang, you follow the Canal du Midi to its junction with the Étang de Thau. The route alternates between towpaths, endless vineyards, and open views of the Mediterranean landscape. The terrain remains gentle, and the atmosphere becomes increasingly bright and salty as you near the coast. After Agde, the Canal du Midi gives way to the Canal du Rhône à Sète: the scenery shifts, lined with lagoons, reeds, and sometimes even flamingos. Arriving in Sète—surrounded by sea, canals, and a vibrant port atmosphere—provides a beautiful conclusion to this long-distance journey.

Note: The tour ends upon your arrival in Sète if you choose the 8-day / 7-night option from Bordeaux to Sète.
Optional extra night in Sète available.