Canal de Garonne, Navigation canal between Toulouse and Castets-en-Dorthe, France
The Canal de Garonne stretches for 193 kilometers along the Garonne River, featuring 53 locks and connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Atlantic Ocean.
Construction of the canal started in 1838 under architect Jean-Baptiste de Baudre, with sections opening in 1844 before final completion in 1856.
The waterway transformed from commercial shipping route to recreational destination, with numerous marinas and ports offering local market access and regional experiences.
The canal maintains a width of 18 meters at water level and accommodates vessels with a maximum draft of 1.80 meters throughout its course.
The Montech water slope system, constructed in the 1970s, created a parallel channel where tractors with watertight masks pushed water to replace five locks.
Location: Haute-Garonne
Location: Tarn-et-Garonne
Location: Lot-et-Garonne
Location: Gironde
Architects: Jean-Baptiste de Baudre
Official opening: 1844
Elevation above the sea: 4 m
Operator: VNF
Part of: Canal des Deux-Mers
GPS coordinates: 43.61111,1.41833
Latest update: June 5, 2025 12:47
Toulouse offers numerous locations for photography beyond its main attractions. The Renaissance courtyards of Hôtel d'Assézat, the gardens of Raymond VI, and the converted water tower of Château d'Eau present architectural interest. The Garonne riverbanks, including Quai de la Daurade and Port Saint-Sauveur, provide water views. Historic buildings like Hôtel Dieu Saint-Jacques and La Grave show the city's architectural heritage. Gardens and parks such as Grand Rond and Prairie des Filtres add natural elements to urban photographs.
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