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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Montbard

Marmagne

Fontenay Abbey – Montbard lock loop from Cistercian Abbey of Fontenay

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France

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Montbard

Marmagne

Fontenay Abbey – Montbard lock loop from Cistercian Abbey of Fontenay

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Fontenay Abbey – Montbard lock loop from Cistercian Abbey of Fontenay

02:26

36.7km

300m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 28.7 km for 73 m

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200 m

Fontenay Abbey

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The Abbey of Fontenay is one of the "daughters" of Citeaux. The Cistercian movement was founded by Bernard de Clairvaux, in Clairvaux itself in the current department of Aube, in …

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8.76 km

Château de Courcelles

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Another historical monument built in the 12th century; it is closed to visitors for the moment.

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24.4 km

Rastplatz mit überdachten Sitzgelegenheiten

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Nice opportunity to take a break.

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28.8 km

Montbard lock

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Flat and pleasant route along the canal with a view of certain areas of Montbard, notably the tower.

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30.0 km

Montbard

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Beautiful old town on the Canal du Bourgogne; Castle hill with gothic town church; Campsite with outdoor pool; Starting point for tours in the area, especially to the Abbey of Fontenay

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30.3 km

Parc Buffon

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The Parc of Buffon was created between 1733 and 1742, above Buffon and offers a wonderful view over Montbard and the Brenne valley. The park is made up of 14 …

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31.0 km

Viewpoint over the Brenne

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An interestingly designed public space near the bridge over the Brenne River, a prime spot with a view, a bridgehead, and a city terrace. Designed by local architects Atelier B2A, 2019.

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31.1 km

Bridge over the Brenne

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36.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.3 km

4.07 km

3.61 km

3.06 km

2.29 km

2.07 km

335 m

Surfaces

21.7 km

8.78 km

4.80 km

786 m

591 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

Weather

Monday 25 May

33°C

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Fontenay Abbey – Montbard lock loop from Cistercian Abbey of Fontenay

Fontenay Abbey

Château de Courcelles

Rastplatz mit überdachten Sitzgelegenheiten

Montbard lock

Montbard

Parc Buffon

Viewpoint over the Brenne

Bridge over the Brenne

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