tourisme fluvial en France

ESCALOPS OF FOIE GRAS, COOKED IN MONBAZILLAC WITH CHASSELAS GRAPES

Now, pour the wine you stocked the grapes into the pan, bring to boil then add the grapes. When the liquid becomes sirup like add the escalops of foie gras, cook for 1 minute. Arrange them on the slices of toast, garnish with the Chasselas grapes and pour the sauce over them.

Sud-Ouest et Baïse

LE STRATÈGE DE DAME CARCAS

Charlemagne laid siege to the town of Lady Carcas for five years. She used all the possible stratagems to have the emperor believe that famine was not raging in the fortress and that any assault would be countered. Discouraged, the emperor withdrew, but Lady Carcas had the bells rung (sonner) to negotiate peace. It is then that " Carcas-Sonne ". But, by the way, what happened to the sow stuffed with wheat ? Local people will tell you the story.

Canal du Midi

COMDOM

The canal runs throught the heght of Condom, the town that has never chosen between its two favorite activities : Armagnac (a brandy) and wheat. Without leaving your barge, discover the Barlet water-mill, the banks of the " Bouquerie "district , the exhibit on the history of navigation and the Armagnac wine cellars. Go ashore and take in the town's historical heritage, the Armagnac mseum and the splendid St Pierre cathedral with it cloisters .

Sud-Ouest et Baïse
Services : Drinking Water - Electricity - Day-Time.
Tél. : 05 62 28 00 80

COLOMBIERS

Colombiers is snuggly located in one of coves of the canal near the tunnel at Malpas. This unique place is by the oppidum at Ensérune which dates back to the VIth century B.C. - The quality of its ruins makes it an exceptional outing. Don't miss it. It offers a spectacular view of the now dry " Etang de Montady ". The Romans left their mark in this village with the " Via Domitia ".

Canal du Midi
Services : Mooring - Drinking Water - Fuel - Rubish Bins - Slipway - Day-Time. Nightlife.
Tél. : 04 67 37 00 90

CANAL LATÉRAL À LA GARONNE

This canal was built between 1838 and 1856, 150 years after the completion of the Pierre-Paul Riquet works. This extension of the " Canal du midi " to the Atlantic Ocean establishes the link between the Mediterranean sea and the ocean. It opens on to the river Gironde thus making it possible to by-pass of the river which presented many obstacles to navigation. Very soon, the development of rail transport put a virtual halt to the river trade. Today, you will appreciate its green banks and the tranquility of a river cruise. Wide stretches, long bends; enjoy the peace quiet, learn about history and culture and taste the many local specialities.