Argent-Double Spillway – Écluse de l'Aiguille loop from Homps

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Argent-Double Spillway – Écluse de l'Aiguille loop from Homps

Moderate

4.8

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Argent-Double Spillway – Écluse de l'Aiguille loop from Homps

02:59

38.2km

110m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

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1.74 km

Jouarre

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5.16 km

Argent-Double aqueduct and spillway

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This structure, born from the recommendations made by Vauban to improve the Canal du Midi, was built in 1693. It is one of the most original structures on the Canal …

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5.35 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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12.0 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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12.4 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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15.4 km

Viewpoint

16.4 km

View of Marseillette pond

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The pond covers an area of 2000 ha, and is shared between the municipalities of Marseillette, Aigues-Vives, Saint-Frichoux and Puichéric. In the past, it supplied the region with fish.

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19.4 km

La Marseillette

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There are also local rice fields in the plain.

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33.2 km

Canal du Midi Bridge

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Cycle paths and small trails often lead along the Canal de Midi, which can also be mastered with a normal bicycle. However, an MTB offers more comfort.

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