Homps Lock (Écluse d'Homps) – View over Paraza loop from Homps

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Homps Lock (Écluse d'Homps) – View over Paraza loop from Homps

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Homps Lock (Écluse d'Homps) – View over Paraza loop from Homps

03:11

47.4km

110m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 553 m for 15 m

After 7.03 km for 10 m

After 40.8 km for 10 m

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Parking

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589 m

Bridge over the Midi Canal

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The bridge is in Homps

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1.52 km

Cacti field

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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 …

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1.67 km

Homps Lock (Écluse d'Homps)

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Beautiful lock on the Canal du Midi, 46 meters high, bordered by a track completely protected from cars, where you will have to live with walkers. But a real pleasure to observe the landscapes!

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13.3 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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14.5 km

Pont-Canal du Répudre

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16.7 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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19.6 km

Canal du Midi near Ventenac-en-Minervois

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As you cycle along the Canal du Midi near Ventenac-en-Minervois, you’ll discover history, nature and vineyard landscapes. The towpath is relatively flat, making it ideal for a leisurely stroll or …

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24.0 km

Beautiful Avenue

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The Jonction Canal was opened in 1787 to connect the Canal du Midi to the Canal de la Robine in Narbonne. 5 km long, it is partly lined with magnificent …

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38.0 km