The Trans'Occitanie, a walk along the Canal des Deux Mers

The Trans'Occitanie 2026 is a inclusive touring along the Canal des Deux Mers, with stages close to our gîtes in Haute-Garonne around Toulouse and the Lauragais region, open to all and centred on the’accessibility, You can extend your stay with a stay in one of the following hotels comfortable gîtes between Toulouse and Castelnaudary.

An inclusive walk along the Canal du Midi

The Trans'Occitanie is a touring event organised by the Ligue du Sport Adapté Occitanie, in conjunction with the departmental committees and numerous local associations. It takes place from 1 to 11 June 2026 along the Canal des Deux Mers, The route follows the Canal du Midi and the Canal Latéral à la Garonne, bringing the region to a wider audience.

The event is aimed primarily at people with neurodevelopmental disorders or mental health problems, but will also be of interest to the general public. open to all, The Trans'Occitanie is an all-inclusive event, whether for families, groups, medical and social establishments, schools or businesses. This inclusive dimension makes the Trans'Occitanie an event centred on the sport for all, The aim is to encourage people to get to know each other and to raise awareness of the challenges of accessibility and social cohesion.

In 2026, the Trans'Occitanie is also part of the celebration of the 30 years since the Canal du Midi was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Each stage is an opportunity to walk, talk and discover a piece of Occitanie at a gentle pace. Each stage is an opportunity to walk, talk and discover a piece of Occitanie at a gentle pace.

The stages of the Trans'Occitanie 2026 in Haute-Garonne

The Trans'Occitanie in Haute-Garonne takes place over two consecutive days, in a section entitled «Aux Portes du Canal». These stages will take place at the beginning of June 2026 and will showcase the banks of the Canal du Midi and the area around Toulouse.

The following highlights have been announced for the Haute-Garonne region:

• A stopover in Toulouse on 3 June 2026, linking the hike to the heart of the metropolis while maintaining a soft mobility environment along the canal.
• A route between Ramonville and Gardouch on 4 June 2026, along the towpaths, discovering the landscapes of the plains and villages of the Lauragais region.

More broadly, the Trans'Occitanie also offers an extension of the route to emblematic places in the Lauragais region, such as the Saint-Ferréol lake, the Seuil de Naurouze, Avignonet-Lauragais and Castelnaudary, over several days from 8 to 10 June 2026. These stages will enable you to follow the canal and its engineering structures step by step, in a calm and very accessible environment.

The event is free and open to all, The aim is clear: to encourage meetings between the general public and people with disabilities, to promote access to sport and to help people discover the region using gentle means of transport.

Why the Trans'Occitanie 2026 is talking to the Lauragais region

The Lauragais is an area of gentle hills, The Canal du Midi between Toulouse and Castelnaudary is a stretch of countryside, farmland and hilltop villages. The stages of the Trans'Occitanie that join this sector highlight this rural and peaceful identity.

Travelling along the canal on foot or in a joëlette, participants will discover :

• From open landscapes where fields, groves and long lines of plane trees follow one another.
• From hydraulic structures unique, such as the Seuil de Naurouze, the watershed between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean.
• From villages and fortified towns These are typical areas that lend themselves naturally to breaks and encounters with the locals.

Stay at the Gîtes du Lauragais during the Trans'Occitanie race

Situated between Toulouse and Castelnaudary, we offer three charming gîtes, designed to accommodate 4 to 6 people in a calm, comfortable and functional environment. Each gîte has its own atmosphere, while offering a practical base for following one or more stages of the Trans'Occitanie.

In particular, you will find :

• A gîte with a spirit countryside with views of the Pyrenees, This is the ideal place to enjoy the distant landscape after a day on the canal.
• A home located at the heart of a dynamic village, With shops and services nearby, it's ideal for carers, families or professionals on the move.
• A house in rustic charm, combining stone and wood, This is a project that highlights the traditional materials of the Lauragais region.

We are focusing on a simple, controlled comfort quality bedding, a fully-equipped kitchen and well-organised living spaces, so that you can concentrate on taking part in the Trans'Occitanie or accompanying a loved one, without worrying about the day-to-day logistics.

A strategic location between Toulouse and Castelnaudary

When you follow a touring event like the Trans'Occitanie, the question of the’location of accommodation becomes central. Our gîtes are located in an area with easy access to :

• The area around Toulouse, One of the days of the Trans'Occitanie in Haute-Garonne.
• The Ramonville and Gardouch, directly affected by the stage along the canal.
• The emblematic sites of the Lauragais region, such as the Seuil de Naurouze or Castelnaudary, associated with the following stages.

The main roads, railway stations and access points to the Canal du Midi are all within easy reach of our gîtes, making it easy to travel between stages or for accompanying persons to make transfers. This location is ideal for :

• Participants who wish to take part in one or more days of walking.
• Organising teams or supervisors looking for quiet accommodation to prepare and recuperate.
• Families or loved ones who want to join in some of the stages while enjoying a relaxing stay.