View of Argens-Minervois – View over Paraza loop from Homps

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View of Argens-Minervois – View over Paraza loop from Homps

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View of Argens-Minervois – View over Paraza loop from Homps

02:16

34.6km

70m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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1.56 km

Canal du Midi, other vegetation

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very smooth

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6.29 km

View of Argens-Minervois

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

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12.3 km

View over Paraza

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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 …

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13.6 km

First canal bridge created by P.Riquet

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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.

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15.5 km

Ventenac‑en‑Minervois Castle

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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 …

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17.3 km

View of the Pyrenees and Wind Turbines

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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.

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28.8 km

View of the Château d'Argens-Minervois

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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 …

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29.2 km

View of Argens-Minervois

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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 …

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34.6 km

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Parking

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