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View over Paraza – Paraza — Along the Canal du Midi loop from Pépieux

View over Paraza – Paraza — Along the Canal du Midi loop from Pépieux

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View over Paraza – Paraza — Along the Canal du Midi loop from Pépieux

02:01

46.5km

350m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

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After 31.9 km for 765 m

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4.71 km

The Saint-Geniès Church, a Gothic jewel of Cesseras

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In the heart of Cesseras, the Saint-Geniès church surprises with its elegance and medieval character. Built in the 15th century in the southern Gothic style, it retains a single nave, a polygonal choir, and beautiful stone vaults whose sculpted keystones bear witness to the know-how of the builders of the Minervois. Classified as a Historic Monument since 1933, it succeeded a first place of worship mentioned as early as 844.

By lingering for a few moments before its stones, one discovers that the history of Cesseras dates back much further than the Middle Ages: the territory has been occupied since prehistoric times, while the village developed around an old feudal castle.

Another interesting detail: the name Saint-Geniès recalls Saint Genès of Rome, a Christian martyr from the 3rd century.

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7.28 km

Saint-Laurent Church, memory of old Azillanet

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The Saint-Laurent church catches the eye with its sober architecture and unique location. Built in 1678, it is adjacent to the site of the former fortress of Guillaume d'Azillanet, a medieval lord whose name remains attached to the village's history.
Behind its stones lie several centuries of history: once fortified, Azillanet depended on the lords linked to the abbey of Caunes-Minervois before joining the royal domain. The village subsequently experienced the great upheavals of the Minervois, between the Albigensian Crusade, the Hundred Years' War, and the Wars of Religion.

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13.7 km

Col de Cas

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17.3 km

Beautiful, peaceful spot!

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Nice stretch along the vineyards

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18.4 km

Eglise Saint Paul et Saint Serge

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25.9 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 history of the village, as he stayed there for six years.

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26.0 km

Paraza — Along the Canal du Midi

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Beautiful colorful facades and a pretty castle, along the Canal du Midi. view of the Minervois plain, with its vineyards, and the Canigou in the background.

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32.3 km

View of the Château d'Argens-Minervois

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From the Canal du Midi, the vision of the Château d’Argens emerges. This residence belonged to the lords of Sérame. Formerly known under the Roman name of Villa Arsegii, the imposing manor takes its name from the Latin argilla. Neighboring the castle is a geological site composed of sandstone and clay renowned for their quality which gives its name to the place.

Dominating the eponymous medieval village, this residence is rich in a history of more than 900 years.

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43.4 km

Church of Saint Julian and Saint Basilissa, Azille

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Magnificent church with stone vault which was once the seat of the Archpriest of Minervois.

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46.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.7 km

1.13 km

858 m

426 m

356 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

44.7 km

992 m

426 m

356 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Saturday 29 August

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View over Paraza – Paraza — Along the Canal du Midi loop from Pépieux

The Saint-Geniès Church, a Gothic jewel of Cesseras

Saint-Laurent Church, memory of old Azillanet

Beautiful, peaceful spot!

Eglise Saint Paul et Saint Serge

View over Paraza

Paraza — Along the Canal du Midi

View of the Château d'Argens-Minervois

Church of Saint Julian and Saint Basilissa, Azille

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