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Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Carcassonne

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France

Occitania

Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Carcassonne

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2.5

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Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Carcassonne

03:10

50.7km

570m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel 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: May 14, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.49 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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1.60 km

Carcassonne

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Unique part of the city in the shape of a castle

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1.77 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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8.41 km

Lake Cavayère

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Wonderful excursion destination from Carcassonne. Must not be MTB, but road bike is by no means in it!

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14.4 km

Col de Bouc

Mountain Pass

30.2 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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36.3 km

Canal du Midi

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37.5 km

Trèbes Triple Locks

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Magnificent one of the highest on the canal

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39.0 km

Pont-Canal de l'Orbiel

Lake

46.9 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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50.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.2 km

18.3 km

5.85 km

3.61 km

3.50 km

179 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.0 km

14.2 km

12.6 km

6.14 km

1.62 km

167 m

Elevation

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Wednesday 1 July

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Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Carcassonne

Old Bridge of Carcassonne

Carcassonne

Medieval City of Carcassonne

Lake Cavayère

Canal du Midi at Marseillette

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Fresquel Lock

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