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Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Puichéric

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Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Puichéric

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4.3

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Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Puichéric

06:29

80.2km

260m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 22, 2026

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8.82 km

Canal du Midi at Marseillette

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Yes, the canal is a great immersion in history and the region
However, don't hesitate to make a few forays outside the canal... we …

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24.4 km

Medieval City of Carcassonne

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The historic city of Carcassonne, unlike the rest, is definitely worth a visit. The best thing to do is to walk around on foot to see everything!

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24.7 km

Old Bridge of Carcassonne

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The oldest document concerning the bridge dates back to 1184. Roger Trencavel authorized the inhabitants of the city to build a new bridge on the condition that they covered the …

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29.3 km

Fresquel Lock

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The Fresquel lock is in reality a series of locks: a first double structure followed by a single one. There are therefore three pools, each with a separate guard house. …

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37.2 km

Pont-Canal de l'Orbiel

Lake

38.7 km

Trèbes Triple Locks

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Magnificent one of the highest on the canal

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54.3 km

Canal du Midi Aqueduct

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60.9 km

Argent-Double Spillway

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The Argent-Double spillway regulates the water level in the canal. It is a real work of art that deserves a stop to take a good look at its architecture and its environment!

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67.4 km

Canal du Midi, other vegetation

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very smooth

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80.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

57.5 km

6.98 km

5.96 km

4.13 km

3.63 km

1.94 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

49.3 km

14.4 km

13.2 km

2.16 km

779 m

407 m

Elevation

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Sunday 21 June

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Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Puichéric

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Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Puichéric

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Medieval City of Carcassonne

Old Bridge of Carcassonne

Fresquel Lock

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