Highlights

To finish the 240km walk on the canal "towpaths"---Congratulations.

To see the sunlight , morning mist or rain coming through the "plane"trees on the canal.

To visit the very old sites and check out the interesting history of France.

To experience the "peace and quiet " of rural France.

To hear the birds in the tall trees and the boats on the canal.

To not see any "advertising" on this UNESCO classified World Monument

To "hitch" a short ride between locks to enjoy the boating experience (at least once).

To speak to the locals, so passionate about who will win the Rugby this year.