The Midouze

The Midouze

The Mont-de-Marsan audio-guided tour takes you to the confluence that gives the city its nickname of "city of the three rivers". From the Pont des Droits-de-l'Homme, one observes the birth of the Midouze.

The meeting of the Midou and the Douze

Mont-de-Marsan was established at the confluence of several waterways. From the bridge, one distinguishes two rivers with melodious names: the Midou, opposite, and the Douze, on the left, which join to form a single waterway, the Midouze, which flows under the bridge. Formerly, numerous cargoes of local products, such as armagnac, grain, honey and wool, passed on these waters. Of this former port, there remain today only pleasant walks revalued by the city and a picturesque view over Mont-de-Marsan in its natural setting.

What there is to see

From the bridge, the gaze embraces the meeting of the two rivers and the birth of the Midouze, in a green setting. The fitted banks invite to walking and offer one of the finest views over the city. It is an emblematic place to understand the singular geography of Mont-de-Marsan and its past as a river port.

Practical information

The Midouze is born at the confluence of the Midou and the Douze, in the heart of Mont-de-Marsan. Its banks and the Pont des Droits-de-l'Homme can be walked freely on foot at all hours and on the level, offering fine viewpoints over the city.

Why is Mont-de-Marsan the city of the three rivers?

Because the Midou and the Douze meet there to form the Midouze, that is three waterways in the heart of the city.

What was once transported on the Midouze?

Local products such as armagnac, grain, honey and wool, at the time when Mont-de-Marsan was an active river port.