Fresquel Lock – Old Bridge of Carcassonne loop from Badens

Fresquel Lock – Old Bridge of Carcassonne loop from Badens

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Fresquel Lock – Old Bridge of Carcassonne loop from Badens

04:28

74.5km

290m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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 25, 2026

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8.65 km

Pont-Canal de l'Orbiel

Lake

9.17 km

Canal du Midi between Trèbes and Carcassonne

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Nice and navigable stretch of canal, much easier than around Béziers. Very picturesque.

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16.6 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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23.0 km

Aqueduc de Guillaume CAILHAU - 1676

Archaeological Site

26.3 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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26.4 km

Carcassonne

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Unique part of the city in the shape of a castle

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35.0 km

Trèbes Triple Locks

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Magnificent one of the highest on the canal

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42.4 km

Canal du Midi at Marseillette

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I'm following up on Paul's comment:
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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47.3 km

Viewpoint

50.3 km

Écluse de l'Aiguille

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At the Aiguille lock, there are a number of statues made by the lock keeper himself in his spare time. Take a picture with these characters watching the passers-by!

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50.7 km

Canal du Midi Aqueduct

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L'Epanchoir de l'Argent Double, classified as a historic monument: started in 1677 and completed in 1694 according to Vauban's plans, it allows the canal to discharge its excess water.

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