Water sports and leisure activities Midi-Pyrénées

This marina with 28 berths is located a day's sail from Toulouse on the Canal de Garonne. Coming from the Canal du Midi, it will be the first one you meet. At the crossroads of the Canal de Garonne and the Montech-Montauban junction, the town of Montech is renowned in the river world for its slope. Close to the town centre, this port allows you to take advantage of local shops and activities... At the harbour master's office, boaters and cyclists are welcomed and given tourist information.

The Canalous have a base for renting boats without a licence on the downstream Lot, at Luzech. For a weekend, a few days or a week, set off to conquer the river Lot as if you owned a boat. Do you dream of the open sea? Sailing with family or friends? You can choose your type of boat and your formula. An original way to discover the Lot valley from Luzech to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie. Other bases exist in Charente and Aquitaine. Boats for sale.

Take a cruise on board a traditional barge of 30 m long, fitted out with all comfort, which moves along the Canal du Midi or the Canal du Rhône au Rhin, for day or week cruises. Your boatmen hosts, Sylvette and Pierre Gaudry, who have been plying the waterways of the Midi since 1976, have left the helm to their daughter Maurine. You leave with a crew that relieves you of all logistics. On board, 6 rooms for 2 persons, living room, kitchen, without forgetting the deck. And 4 bicycles to pedal along the banks.

The Aigues-Mortes marina is located at the junction of the Canal d'Aigues-Mortes à Sète and the Chenal du Grau du Roi. It has 35 visitor berths, water, electricity, toilets and showers. The residential complex is of the highest quality, with Marinas for river and sea boating enthusiasts. Aigues-Mortes and its ^13th-century ramparts adjoin the port. You can admire the colors of the marshes in the distance, and stay in this unique place, thanks to a wide range of accommodation options: campsites, rentals, modest or luxury hotels.

This nautical leisure base offers protected and marked out spaces, more than 3 km of navigation on the Lot and a whole range of activities and services: miniature boat rental, canoes, pedal boats, walking boats, playground, mini-golf, skateboard, tennis, picnic area. A complete and very pleasant leisure base. And as a bonus, the discreet charm of a waterside guinguette offering grills, salads and musical entertainment.

A real competition pool of 25 m long and 10 water lines, a pool with a bubbling bath, a huge 35 m slide, huge bay windows to make the place very bright and sunny, this recent high-tech water sports center is really at the forefront of progress in the field. You can come and swim alone but also take lessons. Its great plus for the nice days: large outdoor grassy areas where you can lounge on deckchairs. Many activities are also offered during the vacations.

The Cèze is a magnificent river, and here's a great way to make the most of it. A team of qualified instructors will give you the best advice depending on the temperature and water level, and the return trip is organized by minibus. You can choose from 4, 8 or 14 km routes, depending on your wishes and your level, and 29 km excursions over 1 or 2 days are also possible, outside the summer season and by reservation. Swimming stops can be made, and there's a small snack bar and an affordable equipment store on site.

This diving center is run by Pascal Cottinet, a state-qualified diving enthusiast and independent diving instructor. He'll share his passion with you, guiding you through the waters of the Thau Basin for walks, explorations or even introductions. Whether you're a novice or an experienced diver, Pascal Cottinet is committed to helping you make the most of his rigorous safety standards and professionalism. Osez plonger is also a training organization adapted to different levels and disciplines.

An ecological, fun and aquatic outing with family or friends? Go to Aqua-Turtle! This Balaruc-based company specializes in renting jets for children, electric boats without a license, giant paddles and water bikes. Accessible to all members of the family, the boats are easily piloted with one hand or with a stroke of the oar, so you can enjoy the landscapes. This activity is an original way to discover the biodiversity of the Thau Lagoon, without polluting it.

Les Voiles Marseillanaises is a sailing club that offers initiation and improvement in the practice of sailing. This organization develops in particular nautical events on the commune of Marseillan and the surroundings. Regattas, solo sailing, challenges, cups, 24h of Thau... Numerous events are offered throughout the year to share the pleasures of sailing.

To discover sailing in a friendly atmosphere, the Société Nautique du Bassin de Thau offers introductory courses on live-aboard sailboats, friendly regattas as a crew member and more depending on your knowledge. Theoretical courses are organized regularly and "training" boat trips are possible on days when the weather is favorable. Note that the association also organizes Handireg: sailing trips adapted to the handicap.

It is on the beautiful lake of Aventignan that the Aquanestes association allows you to practice aquatic sports in an exotic setting. All year long, Philippe ensures the practice of navigation to the members but from April to October, he welcomes the tourists who wish to savor the pleasures. The lake borders the Neste river, the site is ideal for canoeing and kayaking but also for rafting. Kayak lessons and white water trips are provided in a friendly atmosphere. All levels are welcome, from beginners to advanced, as long as you can swim.

The Yacht Club of Mèze is an association which has a fleet of catamarans, dinghies, windsurfers, handivoile boats, optimists as well as habitable sailing boats. This leisure center, open to young and old alike, offers sailing courses, private lessons, nautical equipment rental, as well as regattas and training sessions for the BPJEPS multi-support or cruising sailors in the Occitanie region. In the summer, introductory or advanced courses are supervised by state-qualified instructors.

The Louis Fourcade swimming pool offers a host of facilities and activities for all ages. This oasis of freshness boasts indoor and outdoor pools with bubble benches, swan necks and massaging jets, plus a paddling pool, two slides and a children's play area. Visitors can also enjoy a relaxation area with sauna, hammam and massage showers. Various activities, such as aquagym, aquabike and swimming lessons, are on offer. Picnic areas and snack bar on site.

Launched in 2020 by two champions from Nouvellois, Marion and Pierre Mortefon, Mortefon Watersports is an itinerant club specialized in board sports. Based on the beach of La Vieille Nouvelle - a very popular spot for riders - the club allows you to learn and improve in activities such as windsurfing, wing foil, stand-up paddle ... According to your desires, your level and the weather conditions, the duo accompanies you on other spots: pond of La Palme- Leucate, La Franqui, the beach of Chalets in Gruissan...

This bathing area offers postcard-perfect scenery, with the ^14th-century Saint-Etienne d'Issensac bridge and its listed medieval chapel as a backdrop. The bridge crosses the Hérault River near the ancient priory of the same name, a passageway for pilgrims on their way to Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, a stopover on the Camino de Compostela. Three of the five original arches have been preserved. During the summer, the bathing area is supervised.

Throughout the year, "Ebkite" teaches kitesurfing to beginners as well as to advanced kitesurfers from 11 to 77 years old. You will be able to take initiation courses in group or in private, to make training courses of improvement, the whole on the pond of La Palme, Leucate or on the beach of Coussoules to La Franqui. We can also rent equipment and organize outings for company committees.

"Montagne Plaisir" offers, in summer, excursions in the Pyrenees on several rivers (Le Gourg des Annelles, Le Ceret...) and in the gorges of these canyons. During your way down and your journey, you will perform stunts, abseil, tobbogans and jumps on the playful passages under the rocks. Being able to swim is essential.

Outdoor activities : canoeing, climbing, caving, canyoning, adventure course in cliffs, underground via-corda, via ferrata, mini accrobranche, kayak polo, archery... Kalapca is a leisure base in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of the Causses du Quercy at the confluence of the Lot and the Célé, an ideal setting for canoeing and kayaking or for an introduction to speleology. Kalapca is for all publics. We also welcome training courses and seminars. All the guides are state-qualified and the equipment provided is recent, of quality and efficient.

Located in the heart of the Vallée des Gaves, the Lau Folies aquatic center in Lau-Balagnas offers a wide range of activities for young and old. From aquagym to water polo initiation, aquazumba and aquaphobia courses, everything is designed to amuse and relax. The complex also features waterslides, a beach volleyball court, tennis courts and a variety of summer activities. After all that effort, the terrace of the bar-restaurant offers a splendid view of the Pyrenees. Open all year round, 7 days a week, to enjoy without moderation.

On the program, the descent of the Save and Gesse rivers, between Puymaurin and Samatan. Mathieu, the friendly owner, offers boats for rent and advises you on more or less sporting routes. You will go around magnificent waterfalls, inviting you to take a break or to swim. Beautiful emotions in perspective! Take your time, the descent is free. On your return, enjoy the barbecue available at the base. To vary the pleasures, you can also rent paddles and electric bikes.

The Alban-Minville swimming pool, located not far from the Bagatelle metro station has two basins, one of which is 25 metres over 15 meters, the other being smaller with 12,5 meters on 6 meters. It is a swimming pool open in the beautiful days, so that bathers can enjoy the rays of the sun. This swimming pool welcomes the activities of a swimmer. As in the other municipal swimming pools Toulouse, the wearing of the bathing cap is compulsory!

Accessible all year round to children attending school in Frontignan la Peyrade, the sailing school is open to all during the summer season. Sports activities are offered for young and old alike: sailing, diving, canoeing, windsurfing, optimist, cruising, stand-up paddle, as well as fitness, yoga, zumba... Free or reduced-price activities are offered during the day or at night, for a summer full of outdoor sensations.

To spice up your vacations with thrills, the Kite Family surf school offers various activities around water sports: kitesurfing, wakeboarding, water skiing and foiling. Young and old come to discover these sports with Vincent, a passionate instructor with a state diploma. With a big smile and a pleasant pedagogy, he distills his good advice to learn the pleasures of the glide on quality material. During an outing on the Etang de Thau or in the sea, you will be at one with the water and the wind, to leave full of emotions.

Located in an exceptional setting, on the banks of the Bages-Sigean lake, in the heart of the Regional Natural Park, the Narbonne nautical center is made up of experienced instructors with state diplomas. Come and meet the team who will do their best to satisfy your requests and will make you discover the glide in all its states; sailboat, catamaran, wing foil, kitesuf, wind foil, stand up paddle and for the small ones, moussaillons or optimist. Training courses, rentals, regattas; the choice is yours.

Kitesurf, stand-up paddle, wing surf, foil, wake... In this multi-slide school there is something for everyone, from gentle and fun activities to thrilling outings. Experienced instructors accompany beginners, intermediates and advanced in their sports practices in the form of courses, private lessons or supervised sailing. It is also possible to rent equipment. Note that the center offers paddle aperitif rides at sunset: an unusual moment that combines a walk on the pond and wine tasting.

This new aquatic center brings freshness to young and old. It is equipped with a 25 x 12.5 m sports pool as well as a shallow learning pool that can accommodate beginners. A water play area also offers youngsters a safe place to play. The glass facades offer a view of the trees and the Gardiole massif. In fine weather, access to the outdoor beaches completes the experience.

In the heart of the Haut Ségala lotois, the lake of Tolerme is located between the foothills of the Massif Central and the Ségala. With its 38 hectares, it is the largest artificial lake in the department. Created in 1990 thanks to two dams, it is today a real paradise for the fauna and flora as well as for fishing, walking or lazing around. A beach has been developed and swimming is supervised in summer. The walkers appreciate the paths and a fitness trail. Picnic area and water sports.

You dream of seeing the whole coast from above; live these magic moments, alone, in pairs or in trios, by discovering parasailing! You would like to slide at high speed on the water; you will be able to have fun with several people, on board of towed buoys, in family for young and old, or in teenagers and adults version, for sensations which shake you seriously! You want to learn how to jet ski; this is where it happens. At Fun Watergliss, professionals will advise and guide you so that these experiences remain pure pleasure.

Have you heard of nautical jousting? Very popular in the Hérault region, this is a team sport played from a boat, in which two jousters use a spear to knock their opponent into the water. Originating in Antiquity, the rules vary from region to region. The Languedoc method is the most historic. The Ligue des Joutes Languedociennes invites you to discover this tradition at various events throughout the season. Spectacle guaranteed!

The 13 hectares and the wooded environment of the Lacoste lake, with its hilly relief, make the success of this renowned leisure base. With free access all year round, you can swim for free in the summer within a perimeter defined by the team of lifeguards and practice aquatic activities such as paddling or canoeing. In July and August, a fine sand beach is set up and the guinguette is open, often organizing theme evenings. Everything to spend a pleasant moment with family or friends!

Boat, canoe, Indian canoe (for 4 people), kayak, paddle : the nautical base of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert offers you family and unusual strolls according to the boat of your choice, on the water or playful and refreshing moments in the river to discover the Hérault and its ancestral sculptures, the inflow of the Verdu, the Sarrazine Tower. Swimming and relaxing with a breathtaking view of the Devil's bridge as a bonus! An advice nevertheless: take water shoes not to skin your feet on the pebbles.

The Ariège is used to ski lifts! This one will not take you to the top of the Tute de l'Ours nor to the peak of Cadène but will give you strong sensations, just as pleasant on the river of the same name. You will be pulled on 800 m at the speed of a speedboat by one of the oldest ski lifts of France. Everything is secure, supervised, and a boat will even come to pick you up in case of trouble. Pedal boats and paddles are also available. The site offers a sandy beach overlooking a peninsula, volleyball courts, a picnic area and barbecue.

Located in Moissac, the Rand'Eau Loisirs base offers you the opportunity to discover the Tarn and Garonne valleys by bike, canoe, kayak, boat without a license or stand-up paddle. Each activity is available for hire or with an instructor. Those who choose canoeing can try their hand at this sport on the Moissac waterway, or go on a trip (from a few hours to several days). A shuttle can bring you forward, depending on your choice of itinerary.

This year, the Railway Nîmois Sports Club offers free diving for women. The aim of this operation is to popularize this activity that is still little known and practised, especially among those ladies. The initiation is smooth in the swimming pool of the Pablo Neruda center, the first Wednesday of every month until June (included). The meeting takes place between 21 a. m. and 22 p. m. Once the swimming pool is deserted by the swimmers. In this space alone, and carefully supervised by professionals, you can discover this sport at your pace.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 1 p. m.

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Every summer, the lake of Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Grave comes back to life. The banks are lined with walkers, camping holidaymakers and children in discovery classes. Swimming is unfortunately forbidden but the leisure centre offers pedal boats, windsurfers, optimists and canoes for hire to explore the 400 hectares of this stretch of water. The only advice is to stay away from the islands, which are home to many species of birds.

Canoe Leisure offers you to discover Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val through the Water. This small village with medieval character is even more appreciated from the river which gives you access to points of view that you could not see from the ground. A journey from 10 kilometres to 18 kilometres from the gorges of Aveyron, from Saint-Antonin to Féneyrols. A free mini-bus will allow you to make the journey only in a sense.

Tariff: from € 12 to rent a tandem canoe.

Duration: rent half day or day.

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Located near the Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val Bridge, À Canard is a specialist in the discovery of the Gorges of Aveyron in Canoe-Kayak. Accessible at all levels, canoeing is an activity that requires only one condition: know how to swim. The courses are simple and pleasant, allowing you to reach Penne on one side and Féneyrols on the other. There are many architectural and natural attractions on the road, including the various dams in Aveyron and limestone rocks bordering the river.

Tariff: 34 € for a canoe (two adults and one child).

Duration: from one hour.

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A specialist in canoe kayaking, Les Feet in the Water invites you to discover Aveyron in all its seams. Several hikes are offered on the map, from 10, to days, to be booked in advance. These excursions will allow you to discover the medieval villages of the region, including Bruniquel and Penne. Beginners will be able to begin by renting a boat at the half hour or an hour to get on the water base of the water base before starting on the river.

Tariff: from 10 € for kayak rental on the water plane.

Duration: 1 h.

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Condom's entertainment base proposes you to discover the Land countryside on a canoe for the hour or half a day. Beginners can be accompanied by a monitor for a 3-hour walk or a 2-hour class course. Those who prefer to navigate will be able to move freely on courses of 3 km, 6 km or 12 km depending on the level and time available.

Tariff: depending on the rental of equipment.

Duration: 1 a. m. to 2 p. m.

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Located in the gorges of the Tarn, the Canophile offers you the opportunity to discover this site on a canoe or kayak. It is indeed from the surface of the water that the place seems the most imposing and wild. The Embarcadère pier is located just a few hundred metres from the village of Sainte-Enimie, whose water plan allows for a peaceful start to the practice of this water sport. Boats rent on time or for several days, depending on the route you wish to make. The Canophile offers several routes 8 to 40 kilometres upstream or downstream from the village.

Tariff: 10 € for the rental of the canoe.

Duration: 1 h.

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With its lake promenade, skatepark, multi-sports field, playground, boulodrome and swimming pool, the municipality of Fleurance has pulled out all the stops to offer its residents a summer leisure facility worthy of the name. The 360 m² aqualudic pool, balneotherapy area, running river, waterfalls, paddling pool and training pool will delight young and old alike. The adjoining lawn is often fully booked, especially in hot weather. Swimming is supervised and lifeguards offer swimming and aquagym lessons.

Cape Nature is a recreational park that combines several sports activities: acrobatic course in the trees, orientation race, paintball and canoeing. You can hire a single-day boat or tandem boat to get off the Lot, which surrounds the park. The calm waters will allow beginners to start and admire the village of Pradines from the river. Group-controlled outputs can be arranged on reservation.

Tariff: € 8 for canoe rental, € 7 for the orientation race.

Duration: 1 h.

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Every summer, the lake of Fourcaud welcomes sportsmen and Holidaymakers who are looking for freshness. The recreational base offers canoes, kayaks, optimists and pedal boats to explore the six hectares of the lake. Accessible for beginners, these boats can accommodate several people, for a relaxing moment in family. There are also areas for children and collective sports.

Tariff: depending on the equipment used.

Duration: 1 h.

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Separating the Ariège and Aude, Lake Montbel is a vast expanse of artificial water where sportsmen can engage in many activities. The Voile River Sailing Club offers Optimists and canoes on time. Only a few, you will be able to explore the contours of the lake or take advantage of the beaches to make a relaxing break under the benevolent rays of the summer sun. Those who do not like crowds will find a guaranteed change of scenery within 570 hectares.

Tariff: 10 € for an optimist or a two-seat canoe.

Duration: 1 h.

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Covering a surface of 45 hectares, Lake Mercus is the paradise of sportsmen and women. And they are right: Its water base and relaxation area are perfect for the return of the beautiful days. While some will take the rays of the sun on the sandy beach, others will enjoy the freshness of the water on board a pedal boat or a padde stand-up that are rented on time. The originality of the lake: its nautical ski lift! A double cable allows you to initiate or train water skiing on a 760-metre course.

Tariff: from 10 € for a paddle stand or pedal boat (3 to 4 people).

Duration: 1 h.

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In the heart of the Regional Natural Park of the Grandes Causses, the nautical base Les Chemins de Traverse invites you to challenge the waters of the Tarn, which alternate rapids, calm passages and small beaches for breaks. Two courses are proposed: the descent of Cardelles (7 km), and the descent of Connac (14 km). The rental price includes a bus ride to allow you to do only the descent of the river. These itineraries offer you the beautiful landscapes of the Tarn valley and a privileged encounter with the local fauna and flora.

From April to September, you can explore the Gorges du Tarn and Jonte on a canoe-kayak, alone or in several. The choice of course is made on the map. Those who already feel ready can directly attack the main dish: calm, hectic or hiking course, depending on your appetite. And to gently digest, a shuttle will pick you up in the place to get back to the base.

Tariff: from 14 € per person

Duration: from one hour.

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