RoutesPlannerFeaturesUpdates
App
Login or Signup
Get the App
Login or Signup
Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
France
Occitania
Narbonne
Roubia

View over Paraza – The Port of Somail loop from Roubia

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
France
Occitania
Narbonne
Roubia

View over Paraza – The Port of Somail loop from Roubia

Moderate

4.4

(39)

299

riders

View over Paraza – The Port of Somail loop from Roubia

02:12

33.8km

70m

Cycling

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

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions
1

8.05 km

View of Argens-Minervois

Highlight • Viewpoint

A remarkable site, the village of Argens-Minervois, is built in an amphitheater on a promontory overlooking the Canal du Midi and the Aude river. In addition to its old fortified …

Showing Translation

Tip by

2

8.49 km

From the Canal du Midi, the vision of the Château d’Argens emerges. This residence belonged to the lords of Sérame. Formerly known under the Roman name of Villa Arsegii, the …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

3

8.88 km

View of Argens-Minervois

Highlight • Viewpoint

I did not visit the village but it was nice seen from the canal

Translated by Google •

Tip by

4

14.9 km

View over Paraza

Highlight • Settlement

From here you can enjoy a superb view of the town of Paraza, in the Minervois. Pierre-Paul Riquet, the creator of the Canal du Midi, is closely linked to the …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

5

16.2 km

The Répudre canal bridge was the first bridge built on the Canal du Midi. It is the work of Pierre-Paul Riquet, who was at the origin of this magnificent work.

Translated by Google •

Tip by

6

18.1 km

The castle of Ventenac-en-Minervois is not only an imposing architectural work but also an excellent wine estate and a historic cellar. You can taste the wines of the region and …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

7

23.6 km

The Port of Somail

Highlight • Settlement

The port of Somail was the place where the post boat stopped when it came from Toulouse. This hamlet has inspired many painters such as William Moulin or Jean-Noël Le …

Translated by Google •

Tip by

8

26.8 km

The Canal du Midi, formerly Canal Royal, is a 17th-century technical feat designed by Pierre-Paul Riquet to connect the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. Today, it is above all a place for relaxation and discovery, where heritage, nature, and conviviality blend.

Showing Translation

Tip by

B

33.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Loading

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.6 km

10.3 km

2.62 km

1.18 km

1.12 km

Surfaces

14.3 km

13.4 km

6.03 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Sign up to see more specific route details

Sign up for free

Elevation

Elevation
Nothing selected – click and drag below to see the stats for a specific part of the route.

Sign up to see more specific route details

Sign up for free

Weather

Powered by Foreca

Tuesday 20 October

17°C

10°C

42 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 26.0 km/h

to get more detailed weather forecasts along your route

Comments

April 30, 2022,Stage 6: Le Somail to Homps - Canal des 2 Mers
25 km/h headwind with gusts up to 50
now i understand why everyone does this route west to east
guide_signup

Want to know more?

Sign up for a free komoot account to join the conversation.

Sign up for free

Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.

Save
Edit route
Download GPX
Move start point
Print
Share
Embed on a website
Report an Issue
Report restricted access

Nearby routes

Moderate

4.7

25

Port du Somail and Château de Ventenac-en-Minervois loop

03:05h

50.7km

330m

Explore
RoutesRoute plannerFeaturesRedeem a voucherHikesMTB TrailsRoad cycling routesBikepackingSitemap
Download the app
Follow Us on Socials

© komoot GmbH

Privacy Policy