Colombiers – The Port of Somail loop from Lézignan-Corbières

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Colombiers – The Port of Somail loop from Lézignan-Corbières

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Colombiers – The Port of Somail loop from Lézignan-Corbières

06:39

97.3km

330m

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: July 12, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 52.4 km for 16 m

After 52.6 km for 16 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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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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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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23.6 km

Junction of the Canal du Midi and the Canal de la Robine

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The Canal de Jonction branches off from the Canal du Midi near its canal bridge over the river "Cesse" and flows after about 5km and about 21 meters deeper into …

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45.7 km

View of the Capestang collegiate church through the vineyards

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The Saint Etienne de Capestang collegiate church can be seen from everywhere. This Gothic monument from the end of the 13th century is atypical in its dimensions, accentuated by a non-existent nave

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52.5 km

Tunnel de Malpas

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54.3 km

Colombiers

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This pretty village is located on the edge of the Canal du Midi, not far from Béziers. Its banks, its marina and its castle give it an atypical charm.

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77.8 km

Canal Bridge

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One of the many structures of the canal du Midi. Suggestive canal bridge that allows the stream to be crossed.

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77.9 km

La Cesse Aqueduct

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Here is another canal bridge, that of La Cesse, at the intersection of the Canal du Midi. The two rivers cross without knowing each other, but the bridge offers magnificent …

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80.0 km

The Port of Somail

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The port of Somail was the place where the post boat stopped when it came from Toulouse. This hamlet has inspired many painters such as William Moulin or Jean-Noël Le …

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97.3 km

End point

Train Station

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