Ride Day 7

Castelnaudary → Carcassonne

Fri, Sep 18

Distance 27 mi
Elevation 22 ft
Estimated Tour Time 4h

…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.

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.

🚻 Mile 0.7
Near Church
Mas-Saintes-Puelles
Traditional village unit; check seasonal hours.
🚻 Mile 8.7
Town Center
Villepinte
Standard public facilities; stable signal but basic.
🚻 Mile 16.8
Near Collegiate
Montréal
Hilly location; smaller traditional infrastructure.
🚻 Mile 22.5
Canal/Lock (Grand Bassin)
on-route
Canal/Lock (Grand Bassin); Boulangerie La Fabrique — Quai Port 11400 Castelnaudary; Cafés
🥐 Mile 22.5
Boulangerie La Fabrique — Quai Port 11400 Castelnaudary
on-route
Canal/Lock (Grand Bassin); Boulangerie La Fabrique — Quai Port 11400 Castelnaudary; Cafés
🚻 Mile 24.3
SNCF Station
Carcassonne
Hard Anchor; modern units; highest reliability.
🥐 Mile 24.3
Boul. de la Cité
3 Rue Saint-Louis, 11000 Carcassonne
Located within the medieval Cité of Carcassonne.
💧 Mile 25.7
Cimetière de Lagarde
Lagarde (Haute-Garonne)
At the entrance of the cemetery on the left.