Bridge over the Brenne – Buffon's Big Forge loop from Montbard

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France

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Bridge over the Brenne – Buffon's Big Forge loop from Montbard

Moderate

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Bridge over the Brenne – Buffon's Big Forge loop from Montbard

02:07

50.4km

290m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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33 m

Montbard

Highlight • Settlement

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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264 m

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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400 m

Montbard bridge

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Magnificent stone bridge which spans the Brenne in the center of Montbard. The bridge is paved, and offers you splendid views of both banks and the river below.

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1.19 km

Café des Amis

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Excellent restaurant, warm atmosphere and short and seasonal menu, of very good quality, located opposite the market halls.

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7.14 km

Le Prieuré de Buffon Guesthouse

Highlight • Historical Site

Castle with a lot of atmosphere and very friendly hosts. The rooms are large and clean. The French breakfast is served on the first floor in a knightly atmosphere. A very good restaurant is only 2 minutes away.

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8.19 km

Buffon's Big Forge

Highlight • Historical Site

A masterpiece of 18th century industrial heritage, it is made up of a unique architectural ensemble. A magnificent witness to the scientific genius of the Age of Enlightenment!

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50.4 km

Montbard Castle and Historic Town Center

Highlight • Castle

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

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50.4 km

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Parking

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