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Argent-Double Spillway – Fresquel Lock loop from Saint-Frichoux

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Argent-Double Spillway – Fresquel Lock loop from Saint-Frichoux

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Argent-Double Spillway – Fresquel Lock loop from Saint-Frichoux

07:54

103km

370m

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: August 26, 2026

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13.2 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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19.7 km

Canal du Midi, other vegetation

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very smooth

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54.3 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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62.6 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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79.4 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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80.1 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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88.7 km

Trèbes Triple Locks

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Magnificent one of the highest on the canal

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103 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

66.6 km

20.0 km

7.39 km

5.58 km

1.84 km

1.74 km

Surfaces

50.8 km

27.9 km

17.9 km

5.37 km

711 m

489 m

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Monday 31 August

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Comments

June 20, 2022,Canal du midi - Tag 4

We now really enjoy going on multi-day bike tours. For example, on the Canal du Midi cycle path, which leads through beautiful southern France. Find out more about our six Canal du Midi bike stages, which run from Toulouse to Sète and are characterized by locks, bridges and canal boats.
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May 26, 2025,B2S 09 Carcassonne to Paraza 70km

The bike odo recorded 70km and it felt like it. The trail on the canal du midi is very variable depending on the local commune ability or willingness to fund it the trails that allow cars are more prone to potholes which can thrive the bike off if you're carrying a full load

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Argent-Double Spillway – Fresquel Lock loop from Saint-Frichoux

Argent-Double Spillway

Canal du Midi, other vegetation

Canal du Midi Aqueduct

Canal du Midi at Marseillette

Fresquel Lock

Canal du Midi between Trèbes and Carcassonne

Trèbes Triple Locks

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