The best MTB trails around Sérignan

A beautiful collegiate church with great acoustics!

This remarkable structure composed of mobile aqueducts allows boats navigating the Canal du Midi to cross the small river Libron. Created in 1855 by Urbain Maguès, an engineer also responsible for the bridge-canal of Béziers.

⚓ Écluse d’Arièges – Lock on the Canal du Midi The Écluse d’Arièges is another of the historic locks on the Canal du Midi, located between Villeneuve-lès-Béziers and Portiragnes. 🚲🌿 Here too, the difference in the canal's water level is compensated so that boats can continue their journey. Particularly interesting is the typical lock chamber with its massive stone walls and the now blue-painted, mechanized lock gates. 🚤 Anyone cycling along the Canal du Midi will repeatedly pass such locks. This is precisely what makes the route so interesting: you don't just ride along the water, but constantly encounter historic structures that still serve their original purpose today. A beautiful stopover on the way through the landscape between Béziers and Vias – and if a boat is currently being locked through, a short break is worthwhile anyway. 😊👌🏼 Greetings Marcus ✌🏼

⚓ Écluse de Villeneuve – Lock on the Canal du Midi The lock at Villeneuve-lès-Béziers is one of the many historical points along the Canal du Midi and a nice stopover on a bike tour along the canal. 🚲🌿 Here you can observe well how the boats overcome the difference in altitude in the canal. Close the lock gate, change the water level, and the houseboats and leisure boats continue on the Canal du Midi. 🚤 It is precisely these old locks that, for me, are part of the special charm of the canal. You cycle relaxed along the water and repeatedly encounter structures that, to this day, ensure that the Canal du Midi, which was already built in the 17th century, is still navigable. A nice place to briefly get off your bike and watch the lock operations. 👌🏼 Greetings Marcus ✌🏼

😂😂 Apparently, I was already thinking about the second cold blonde. 🫣🍺 🚲 On the Canal du Midi near Vias A really beautiful section on the Canal du Midi near Vias. Sometimes directly along the water, sometimes under shady trees, and in between on small, narrow paths through reeds and nature. 🌿🚲 The alternation between well-developed cycle paths, gravel, and small natural passages makes the route varied. In addition, there are always beautiful views of the canal, passing boats, and that typical relaxed atmosphere of Southern France. 🇫🇷☀️ Especially around Vias, the Canal du Midi can be wonderfully explored by bike – quiet, scenically beautiful, and definitely a section that is worth riding a little slower to enjoy the surroundings. 👌🏼 Greetings Marcus ✌🏼

Les Quais de Basalte: Developed in the 17th century in the heart of the historic center of Agde, these volcanic stone quays bear witness to the commune's rich maritime trading past.

The pond is home to the most important Mediterranean reed bed, as well as sansouires and salt marshes. It is a Natura 2000 site and protected by the Conservatoire du littoral, serving as a refuge for numerous migratory birds.

The pond is home to the largest reed bed in the Mediterranean, as well as salt marshes and salt meadows. It is a Natura 2000 site and protected by the Conservatoire du littoral, serving as a refuge for numerous migratory birds.