Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Trèbes

Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Trèbes

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Old Bridge of Carcassonne – Fresquel Lock loop from Trèbes

01:37

29.1km

110m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 25, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 12.6 km for 84 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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432 m

The oldest document concerning the bridge dates back to 1184. Roger Trencavel authorized the inhabitants of the city to build a new bridge on the condition that they covered the cost. By his will, in 1194, he only retained the principle of his toll tax which he limited to an annual payment of two measures of wheat. This bridge, built in around ten years, had to be made of wood. Jacques-Alphonse Mahul pointed out that the bridge referred to in this act must have been the king's mill bridge which was on the old arm of the Aude.

The Albigensian Crusade must have led to the destruction of this bridge. The inhabitants of Carcassonne return after a seven-year exile. The king had the town which surrounded the ramparts destroyed, the Aude diverted, and the marshes drained. Louis IX authorized the inhabitants to build the lower town. A new bridge is needed. At the beginning of the 14th century, the king authorized the inhabitants to build a stone bridge.

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14.5 km

Carcassonne

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Unique part of the city in the shape of a castle

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14.6 km

Medieval City of Carcassonne

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The historic city of Carcassonne, unlike the rest, is definitely worth a visit. The best thing to do is to walk around on foot to see everything!

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20.2 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. The locks were formerly lined with plane trees. Today, cyclists with allergies can cycle with complete peace of mind!

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20.7 km

Bridge over the Canal du Midi

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21.0 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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28.1 km

Orbiel Aqueduct

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Located at the intersection of the Canal du Midi and the Orbiel, the Orbiel canal bridge allows the crossing of the two streams of water. A truly remarkable work of engineering!

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29.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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