Ride Day 7
Castelnaudary → Carcassonne
Fri, Sep 18
Oh, the places you'll go!
…And will you succeed?
Yes! You will, indeed!
(98 and 3/4 percent
guaranteed.)
- Farmland Canal Riding
Leaving the Grand Bassin follow tranquil canal stretches through farmland crossing classic stone locks and small aqueducts while towpaths remain smooth shaded and largely traffic free.
- Bram Circular Village
At Bram note the distinctive circular village plan one of the rare medieval round villages in France visible from canal approaches and nearby town detours.
Tonight: Carcassonne
Carcassonne is famed for its fortified medieval citadel, La Cité, with double walls and watchtowers that appear almost mythical. Restored in the 19th century by Viollet-le-Duc, it embodies the idealized image of a medieval fortress. Historically, it played a key role during the Albigensian Crusade against the Cathars. Today, Carcassonne attracts visitors drawn to its dramatic skyline, blending legend and history into one of France’s most iconic and visually striking destinations.