Canal des Deux Mers line Toulouse-Moissac

Canal des Deux Mers à Montech © CRTL Occitanie / P.Thébault

A lifeline rife with history.

Train à Toulouse © Région Occitanie /E.Grimault

From the rich architectural heritage of Toulouse to the exceptional Romanesque cloister in Moissac, the rail route toes the line along the Canal des Deux Mers ... 

Canal des 2 Mers à Moissac © CRTL Occitanie / P.Thébault

... from Toulouse, it has been an extension of the Canal du Midi to the Atlantic since the 19th century. 

Canal des 2 Mers © Joël Damase

This shady waterway is a delight for cyclists, hikers and boaters alike.  

Coteaux de Moissac © CRTL Occitanie / P.Thébault

The Canal des Deux Mers and the train form a harmonious combination that will take you to the vine-planted slopes of Moissac. 

Vignes Chasselas - Moissac © CRTL Occitanie / P.Thébault

Moissac, the city of Chasselas grapes, where you have an appointment with History.

The Canal des Deux Mers line

Toulouse – Moissac

  • Journey with stopovers: Up to 3 days.
  • Non-stop journey: 50 min.
  • On-board service: bicycles allowed.
  • Best seats: On the left, forward-facing.
  • Why choose to journey by train: -86% CO2 emissions. 

Tips for travellers  

Canal des 2 Mers - Moissac © CRTL Occitanie / P.Thébault

In Toulouse: Rent a bike or take yours, get on the train, get off at Moissac and cycle back to Toulouse on the Canal des Deux Mers cycling route (70 km).

Montauban - Place Nationale © Tourisme Tarn-et-Garonne / L.Donzelli

In Montauban: Enjoy a drink under the arcades of Place Nationale, the beating heart of the hometown of Ingres and Bourdelle.

Cloître de Moissac © CRTL Occitanie

In Moissac: Visit the magnificent cloister at Saint-Pierre abbatial church, drink a glass of Chasselas grape juice and take a boat cruise on the River Tarn. 

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Connections

 

Occitanie Rail Tour lines with connection to the Canal des Deux Mers line

From Toulouse

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