If you are looking to rent a gite or villa in the South of France, then the Canal du Midi could be a perfect spot. The Canal du Midi is the quintessential image of the South of France. The Canal du Midi perfectly symbolises the rich history of the Languedoc and the slow pace of life in the South of France. A lazy day spent cruising along the Canal du Midi or walking along its tow path is must on any tourist itinerary to the South of France. Go Languedoc has a number of gites and villas situated close to the Canal du Midi.

Go Languedoc's selection of Canal du Midi gites and villas

Constantia - 2 bed house overlooking Canal du Midi (sleeps 4) from €500

Constantia is a traditional ivy-covered house with a swimming pool overlooking the Canal du Midi in the enchanting hamlet of le Somail. Behind the house the vineyards of the Minervois stretch away north to the Montagne Noire, and to the west orchards of peach and nectarine provide delicious fresh fruit in season. One of the most picturesque bridges in France straddles the canal next to the gite. If you want to spend a lazy holiday watching the world go by on the Canal du Midi, then this villa could be a real find.

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If you would like to stay by the Canal du Midi visit all our Canal du Midi villas and gites.

More information on the Canal du Midi

For further information about the history of the Canal du Midi and special sites to see along its route please visit www.midicanal.fr or refer to our article on the Canal du Midi.