The bridge was built as part of the Canal latéral à la Garonne project to provide a water route independent of the often-unpredictable Garonne River.
The structure features 15 semi-circular arches, each with a span of 15 meters, totaling its significant length.
It is listed as a French historic monument (Monument historique) due to its engineering significance.
The bridge's height ensures it remains above the high-water levels of the Tarn River during peak flood events.
The towpath along the canal is integrated into the 'Canal des Deux Mers' cycle route, which links the Atlantic to the Mediterranean.
The Pont-Canal du Cacor is a major engineering structure in Moissac, France, designed to carry the Canal de Garonne over the Tarn River. Constructed between 1844 and 1847, the masonry aqueduct spans 356 meters and consists of 15 arches. It serves as a vital navigation link for boats traveling between Toulouse and Castets-en-Dorthe. The structure is built from locally sourced Quercy stone, providing a distinct architectural aesthetic. It remains a functioning part of the canal system, allowing both water traffic above and river flow below. Visitors can traverse the path alongside the canal via a dedicated pedestrian and cycle route.
From the banks of the Tarn River looking up at the arches, or from the center of the bridge for a panoramic view of the water.
Combine your visit with a walk into the nearby town center of Moissac to see the UNESCO-listed Abbey of Saint-Pierre.
Carry water and sunscreen as the bridge offers little shade during the afternoon.
If cycling, be mindful of boat traffic and narrow passage points near the locks.
Do not attempt to walk on the narrow edges of the bridge; stay strictly on the designated cycle/pedestrian path.
Open year-round, but canal navigation may be interrupted during winter maintenance periods.
