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It was built in 1844 using Toulouse bricks and Quercy stone by engineer François Terrié, under the supervision of Jean-Baptiste de Baudre[What?], a civil engineer. Its dimensions are: total length 356 m; width 8.35 m on 14 piers. Less than 200 m upstream, the Compagnie des chemins de fer du Midi et du Canal latéral à la Garonne built the Cacor railway viaduct in 1857. From 1930 to 1932, trains used the canal bridge as a shoulder until the railway viaduct, destroyed by a flood of the Tarn, was replaced by the current bridge.[2]

The church was built in the 12th century, based on plans by an unknown architect. It was consecrated in 1160. The church was restored in the 19th century. The church of Gandalou is a remarkable example of Romanesque architecture. It is built of cut stone. It consists of a single nave, a transept, and a choir. The nave has a pointed barrel vault. The transept is surmounted by a dome. The choir is crowned by a semicircular apse. The church is also remarkable for its interior decoration, particularly its sculpted capitals. The capitals depict scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary, as well as plant and geometric motifs. The church of Gandalou is a listed historical monument. It is a testament to the history and culture of Occitania. It is also an important place of worship for the Catholic community. The church of Gandalou is a must-see for visitors to the region. It offers a unique setting for discovering history, architecture, and Romanesque art. The church is open to the public every day of the week. Admission is free. The church houses a 17th-century painting of the Virgin Mary.

Very smooth section of the canal with little traffic. Be careful of a section on the bridge with large cobblestones.

The toilets are large, you can take your bike inside but you have to disinfect it completely afterwards.

Gîte in a lock-keeper's house, between the two canals. The owner is lovely and attentive, making it a great place to spend the night on the Canal des Deux Mers.

Useful water point when going up the canal. Free public toilets are also available. (cleanliness leaves something to be desired)

An original piece of technical history