Pont de la Chartreuse – Old bridge of Brives (ruins) loop from Blavozy

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Pont de la Chartreuse – Old bridge of Brives (ruins) loop from Blavozy

Moderate

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Pont de la Chartreuse – Old bridge of Brives (ruins) loop from Blavozy

02:58

38.2km

570m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 24.8 km for 143 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.85 km

Pont de la Chartreuse

Highlight • Bridge

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

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10.4 km

Renaissance Trompe-l'Œil Fresco, Le Puy-en-Velay

Highlight • Monument

Also interesting is the presentation of modern pilgrims among historical residents and professional groups of the city.

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10.7 km

Sainte-Claire Convent of Le Puy-en-Velay

Highlight • Religious Site

The monastery was built in the 15th century and has been frequently enlarged thereafter. Thus, one can admire there buildings and decorations of various periods between the 15th and the 18th century.

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11.1 km

Le Puy-en-Velay Cathedral and Saint-Michel d’Aiguilhe Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

The city is one of the oldest French centers for Marian pilgrimages and is picturesquely situated in the lovely volcanic area of the Velay and therefore has a corresponding cultural …

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16.7 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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