Vieux-Moulin – On the banks of the Oise loop from Vieux-Moulin

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Vieux-Moulin – On the banks of the Oise loop from Vieux-Moulin

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Vieux-Moulin – On the banks of the Oise loop from Vieux-Moulin

02:34

43.5km

190m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 12, 2026

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Bus stop

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296 m

Vieux-Moulin

Highlight • Religious Site

small village accessible via the cycle path... Things to do

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9.63 km

The cycling classic Paris – Roubaix has not started in Paris since 1977 but in front of this castle. Parts of the palace complex including three different museums can be visited. The large castle park is open daily and admission is free.

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10.3 km

Compiègne Town Hall

Highlight • Monument

The architecture of the town hall is a true feast for the eyes. The central structure is dominated by a tall bell tower, flanked by two turrets connected by a decorative railing. This imposing façade, 47 meters high and 24 meters wide, is decorated with striking Gothic elements such as pinnacles and basket arches.

The large niche now houses a high relief depicting the equestrian statue of Louis XII. It is an original creation from 1869 by the sculptor Henri-Alfred Jacquemart in the realistic style so prevalent at the time. However, contrary to the usual appearance of equestrian statues during the reign of Louis XII, Henri-Alfred Jacquemart chose not to build a horse walking "à l'amble," that is, with both straight legs raised simultaneously.

On October 12, 1530, a clock was placed on the summit of the bell tower. From that time on, every quarter of an hour, she animated three wooden jaquemarts with bell hammers. The Compiègneis quickly gave them three nicknames corresponding to the enemies of the time: Langlois for the English, Flandrin for the Flemish, and Lansquenet for the Germans. Even today, they chant the life of the city by "punching the time," that is, by striking their hammer to strike the hours.

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11.3 km

On the banks of the Oise

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Pretty nice spot. Besides, as soon as the water is present, it’s always magnificent!

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15.9 km

Jaux Footbridge

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The Jaux footbridge can be crossed on foot or by non-motorized two-wheeler. It offers a beautiful panoramic view of the Oise and the quays of the pier.

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28.2 km

Forêt domaniale de Compiègne

Forest

31.5 km

Saint-Jean-aux-Bois Abbey and Fortified Gate

Highlight • Historical Site

Saint-Jean-aux-Bois is a small village. It was almost classified among the "most beautiful villages in France", alas, it was not. A short walk will allow you to discover the fortified gate and its drawbridge, the old abbey and the beautiful rue des Abbesses.

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32.0 km

Cycle path Pierrefonds - Saint-Jean-aux-Bois

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Very nice cycle path, nice and easy although slightly undulating.

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42.2 km

Very nice then in the forest

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Well very well restored and secured.
Recommended place for a break: a table and two wooden benches (6 places in total) are available next to the well. In summer, at noon, this space offers both shade and exposure to the sun.
Close access to the cycle paths linking Vieux-Moulin to Compiègne and Compiègne to the Etot pond.

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43.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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