Galard Bridge – Old bridge of Brives (ruins) loop from Le Puy-en-Velay

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Galard Bridge – Old bridge of Brives (ruins) loop from Le Puy-en-Velay

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Galard Bridge – Old bridge of Brives (ruins) loop from Le Puy-en-Velay

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15.4km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 25, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.74 km for 232 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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280 m

Old Town of Le Puy-en-Velay

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One of the most beautiful old towns in France with over a thousand years of history. The stone houses in the narrow streets date mainly from the 17th and 18th …

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2.11 km

Pont Tordu (Pont de la Roderie)

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Twisted bridge (14 s.)
Listed in the inventory of Historic Monuments in 1926, the twisted bridge has spanned the Borne since the 14th century. Built in volcanic breccia, it measures …

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5.64 km

Pont de la Chartreuse

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15th century bridge over the Loire, now reserved for pedestrians and cyclists. The coating is in old cobblestones

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6.95 km

Galard Bridge

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Two arches of a dilapidated bridge from the 12th century protrude from the Loire

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7.05 km

Brives-Charensac old bridge

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Brives Charensac a small village with a great view of the Loire.

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7.28 km

This stone bridge, once an important crossing, is now partly collapsed, but its still visible arches offer a fascinating spectacle. Walking around the ruins, one can admire the tranquil beauty of the river flowing below, surrounded by lush vegetation.

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