Canoeing in Lot-et-Garonne

The Lot-et-Garonne is a green region to visit without moderation. With the influx of rivers and rivers, it is a paradise for aquatic activities. Put on your vests and take your paddles, let's go for canoe-kayak descents in the Lot-et-Garonne.

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Canoeing, a fun activity to experience in Lot-et-Garonne

The practice of this activity is common in the region, but let's take the time to discover canoeing and kayaking, which are two very distinct boats.

• Canoeing is exercised sitting or kneeling with a simple, flat paddle. Quite spacious, it allows you to carry equipment, bags or a picnic for improvised lunch breaks in the middle of nature.
• The kayak is a smaller, lighter and more maneuverable craft. Sitting in a seat, legs outstretched held by a footrest, you will move forward using a fairly long double- bladed paddle, alternating rowing movements from left to right.
  
  

Before boarding, you must start by following certain rules, which will be explained to you by the canoe rental company.

• Remove anything superfluous that can fall into the water, such as jewelry, hats, or glasses, unless you tie them up if necessary for your trip.
• Protect your feet with suitable footwear. Trainers or water shoes will do.
• Put on a rather tight outfit that won't swell with water if you have to swim, you never know!
• Provide a waterproof container to take spare things, your picnic and put your phones away. The container will be provided or rented to you!
  
  

Sunscreen, water bottle and towel, this time there is nothing missing to enjoy a day of paddling.

Or go canoeing in the Lot-et-Garonne

The Lot-et-Garonne is the meeting of the Célé, the Baïse and the Lot on which it is possible to sail. Alone or with others, climb aboard a kayak or canoe and set off on an adventure in the morning , afternoon or for the day.

• The Célé Valley is traversed by a river dotted with natural tuff dams, a porous rock most often made of limestone which provides water when it is scarce. With its high cliffs and flourishing nature, it is the perfect waterway for a canoe descent.
  
  
• The Lot is the second longest river in France with 60 km (in Lot-et-Garonne) surrounded by magnificent landscapes. Paddling along this tributary of the Garonne is pure joy when you are well equipped. Book your canoe rental quickly and enjoy the wonders of nature on the water.
  
  
• The Garonne is the river suitable for lovers of meals in the great outdoors who can have lunch on the banks of the river. Secure your canoe, take off your lifejacket and make yourself comfortable to enjoy a picnic with specialties from the Lot-et-Garonne region.
  
  
• The Baïse is a river punctuated with locks from Lannemezan over its 200 km before flowing into the Garonne. Quiet and wooded, it is ideal for a peaceful day paddling on the recommended routes.

It's your turn to play, book your canoe or kayak rental, listen to the instructions and grab your paddles for a fun and sporty descent in the Lot-et-Garonne.

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