Orbiel Aqueduct, Trèbes

Name: Orbiel Aqueduct
Address: Trèbes, France

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The Orbiel Aqueduct is one of several aqueducts on the Canal du Midi. Until its building, the canal crossed the River Orbiel on the level. A dam on the Orbiel was demolished and replaced with the Aqueduct. It was built in 1686-87 by Antoine Niquet and designed by Marshal Sebastien Vauban, It is found in the city of Trèbes. ()

Local name: Pont-canal de l'Orbiel Coordinates: 43°12'52"N, 2°26'21"E

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Orbiel Aqueduct – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cité de Carcassonne, Basilique Saint-Nazaire, Lac de la Cavayère, Château de Miramont.

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