Walking from Basilica of St. Sernin to Notre-Dame de la Daurade
in Canal du Midi, France
Turn-by-turn directions
- ▶Set off along Place Saint-Sernin5 m4 s
- ↱Carry on along Place Saint-Sernin149 m2 min0.15 / 1.08 km · 14%
- ↱Take a right onto Rue du Taur106 m1 min0.26 / 1.08 km · 24%
- 💧First quarter done. If it's hot, a sip of water now beats a gulp later.
- ↑Carry straight onto Rue du Taur344 m5 min0.60 / 1.08 km · 56%
- ↰Turn left at the end of the road32 m26 s0.64 / 1.08 km · 59%
- 🪜Three quarters. Legs may start protesting - the next bench is fair game.
- ↱Take a right onto Rue Léon Gambetta240 m3 min0.88 / 1.08 km · 81%
- 📍Almost there. Look up - you should be able to spot the destination soon.
- ↑Road becomes Rue Jean Suau131 m2 min1.01 / 1.08 km · 94%
- ↰Hang a left onto Place de la DauradeFinal stretch. Slow down so you don't walk past the entrance.69 m55 s1.08 / 1.08 km · 100%
- 🏁Arrive at destination
Local-script names show how they're signposted. The ≈ line shows a rough Latin transliteration to help with pronunciation. Times assume a steady ~5 km/h walk; add 15-20% in summer heat, on hills, or in crowds.
Watch Canal du Midi streets before you walk
Ambient first-person walking videos of Canal du Midi. Same streets, real sound. Pick a season or time-of-day to preview the route.
Other walking routes in Canal du Midi
- Basilica of St. Sernin → Toulouse Cathedral1.6 km
- Basilica of St. Sernin → Muséum de Toulouse2.1 km
- Basilica of St. Sernin → Musée des Augustins1.1 km
- Toulouse Cathedral → Muséum de Toulouse1.0 km
- Toulouse Cathedral → Musée des Augustins0.6 km
- Muséum de Toulouse → Musée des Augustins1.0 km
- Toulouse Cathedral → Notre-Dame de la Daurade1.2 km
- Muséum de Toulouse → Notre-Dame de la Daurade1.5 km
- Musée des Augustins → Notre-Dame de la Daurade0.6 km
Frequently asked questions
›How long does it take to walk from Basilica of St. Sernin to Notre-Dame de la Daurade?
About 14 minutes at a steady 4.5 km/h walking pace. Add 15-20% in summer heat, on hills, or if you stop for photos.
›How far is Basilica of St. Sernin from Notre-Dame de la Daurade on foot?
The walking route is 1.08 km following pedestrian paths. The straight-line distance is shorter but ignores buildings and one-way streets.
›Is this walk suitable for casual walkers?
This 1.08 km route is an easy stroll suitable for most fitness levels. The pedestrian path uses footpaths and side streets where possible, so it's safer than walking along main roads.
›What streets does the route pass through?
The route in Canal du Midi passes through Place Saint-Sernin, Rue du Taur, Rue Léon Gambetta, Rue Jean Suau and others. Street names are signposted in the local language.
›What's the best time of day to walk this route?
For the best atmosphere on this stretch of Canal du Midi, the day walking video gives the most accurate preview of light and crowds. In general, early morning or sunset minimises midday heat and gives softer light for photos.
›Is the walking route free?
Yes - planning, viewing the route, and using our directions are all free. Watch out for paid entry to any specific landmark on the route (museums, archaeological sites) - those are separate from the walk itself.
›Can I reverse the route and walk from Notre-Dame de la Daurade back to Basilica of St. Sernin?
Yes - the same path works in reverse with the same distance and walking time. Some one-way streets only affect drivers, not pedestrians.
Walking pace assumed at about 5 km/h on level ground - hills, crowds, and stops will slow you down.
Walking-route geometry from OpenStreetMap contributors via FOSSGIS OSRM (data licensed under ODbL). Landmark data from Wikidata (CC0).
