The Bega Canal winds through Timisoara, its tree-lined banks and parks forming a green ribbon through the city that is popular for walking, cycling and relaxing. Restored quays and vaporetto water-buses offer a different perspective on the city from the water. Once vital for trade, the canal is now a recreational heart of Timisoara, and a stroll or boat ride along its scenic course is a pleasant way to experience the greener, gentler side of the western Romanian city.