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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Pontarlier
Levier

Gorges de Nouailles – The Loue loop from Levier

Hard

11

riders

Gorges de Nouailles – The Loue loop from Levier

04:40

71.1km

920m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very 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: August 25, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 42.7 km for 82 m

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Start point

Parking

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23.2 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

2

24.0 km

Gorges de Nouailles

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This section of road which ventures into the Nouailles gorges, transforms as the descent progresses into a gigantic canyon overlooking the Loue valley.

The cliffs are impressive in places.

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29.0 km

Old stone bridge in Lods

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The arch of the old bridge over the Loue is a historical vestige located in Vuillafans.
This arch was perhaps built in the 14th century.
During the construction of the …

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29.3 km

Lods

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This village is located on the Loue, which has many waterfalls here. At high tide they provide quite a spectacle. On the other bank you will see the buildings of …

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29.9 km

The Loue

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This village is situated on the Loue, which has many waterfalls here. At high tide they provide a spectacle.

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34.0 km

Vuillafans

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Vuillafans is really a very beautiful town located on the banks of the Loue. It keeps a small wild side and already with its vines a civilized air.

The houses …

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41.8 km

Saint-Laurent Church of Ornans

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The Église Saint-Laurent is a Catholic church located in Ornans.
The building dates from the 17th century and has been an essential part of the urban landscape ever since.
The …

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42.3 km

Ornans is very attractive with its houses reflected in the Loue, its elegant limestone cliffs surrounding it, its magnificent church with its imposing Comtois bell tower, the squares and shops …

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42.5 km

View of the Loue River in Ornans

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Ornans is situated on the banks of the River Loue, surrounded by hills and forests. It is situated in a picturesque area and is renowned for its attractive landscape.

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71.1 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

58.2 km

6.99 km

4.28 km

1.50 km

174 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

62.1 km

6.07 km

1.72 km

1.11 km

152 m

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