Brazil
Argentina
Chile
Colombia
Peru
Uruguay
Germany
Belgium
Spain
Greece
the Netherlands
Ireland
Italy
Luxembourg
Portugal
the United Kingdom
Switzerland
Canal · Moissac, Occitânia
Pont-canal du Cacor
The bridge that carries the Canal Lateral à Garonne over the river Tarn, at the exit of Moissac, with a waterside path for pedestrians and cyclists.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Discover
About Pont-canal du Cacor
The Ponte-canal do Cacor carries the Canal Lateral à Garonne over the river Tarn, on the eastern exit of Moissac. It is an arched bridge through which boats pass, with the river running underneath, and one of the canal's best-known spots.
The Canal Lateral à Garonne connects Toulouse to the Bordeaux region and was opened fully to navigation in 1856. Together with the Canal du Midi, it forms the so-called Canal of the Two Seas, between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. In Moissac, the canal crosses the town, with locks and tree-lined banks.
The towpath along the canal is used by pedestrians and cyclists and is part of a bike path that follows the canal. Leaving the center, you reach the ponte-canal in a short time, passing locks and the boatmen's houses.
In season there are sightseeing boats and rental boats that navigate the canal and pass over the Tarn.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1 to 1.5 hours, including the walk from the center.
Best time
In the late afternoon, with low light over the river and the canal. From spring to autumn there is more boat traffic.
How to get there
It's about 2 km east of Moissac's center. Walk or cycle along the path beside the canal; about a 30-minute walk.
Tip
Go along the canal bank and stop on the ponte-canal to see the Tarn below. In season, check the boat tours that depart from Moissac.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Pont-canal du Cacor
What is a ponte-canal?
It's a bridge that carries a navigable canal over a river or valley. At the Cacor, the Canal Lateral à Garonne passes over the Tarn.
Can you walk there from the center?
Yes, about a 30-minute walk along the path beside the canal, which is also used by cyclists.
Are there boat tours on the canal?
In season there are sightseeing and rental boats. Check schedules beforehand.