Loire Bridge – Nevers loop from Challuy

Bike touring routes & trails

France

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Nevers

Challuy

Loire Bridge – Nevers loop from Challuy

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Loire Bridge – Nevers loop from Challuy

00:44

12.5km

40m

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 16, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 6.51 km for 130 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.75 km

Paulaner beer tent

Highlight • Pub

There were a few people wearing dirndls and lederhosen at the beer tent as we drove past.
It was a bit strange to see them here.

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6.60 km

The towpath in Nevers runs alongside the Loire River and offers a peaceful walk amidst nature, Loire Valley heritage, and views of the cathedral. It is ideal for walkers who wish to make discoveries along the river.

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7.85 km

View of Nevers from the Loire

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Magnificent view of Nevers

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7.99 km

Loire Bridge

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This stone bridge, whose construction began in 1767, spans the Loire River south of Nevers. Whatever the season, it's always a pleasure to admire the river from this bridge. Although …

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8.33 km

Nevers

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Nevers, city where Saint Bernadette Soubirous lived (the little shepherdess of Lourdes), it's worth visiting her!

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9.40 km

Croux Gate

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This is a fine example of a front door. This is the door that allowed access to the outer wall of the defences. It would probabaly have house a guard post.

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9.44 km

Ramparts Walk

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From the Goguin tower to the Porte du Croux, the ramparts walk allows you to discover the ramparts built between the 12th and 14th centuries that protected the city.

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