Canal de Huningue

The Canal de Huningue is a tranquil waterway that branches off from the Rhine at Huningue, near the Swiss and German borders, and flows to Niffer, where it connects with the Canal du Rhône au Rhin. This canal is a peaceful ribbon of water lined with trees, grassy banks, and occasional locks. It's a favorite spot for cyclists and walkers, who follow the towpath through the flat Alsatian countryside. The canal is less busy than the main Rhine, offering a serene escape with views of the river's industrial activity in the distance. Along the way, you'll see lock keepers' houses, small bridges, and maybe a barge or two. The canal is part of a larger network that allows boats to travel from the Rhine to the Rhône, but for visitors, it's a quiet corridor for recreation and wildlife observation.

Don't miss

• Cycle or walk the towpath from Huningue to Niffer.
• Watch boats pass through the locks.
• Enjoy views of the Rhine and the Vosges foothills.
• Picnic on the grassy banks near the locks.
• Spot birds like swans, coots, and kingfishers.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Canal de Huningue

Cheapest way inCanal Sightseeing Boat Tour of Malmö4.2★ · 104 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$24 per personSee dates →Most bookedHistorical Canal Tour4.9★ · 72 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$24 per personSee dates →