Statue of Paul Bert – Clock Tower loop from Auxerre

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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Statue of Paul Bert – Clock Tower loop from Auxerre

Easy

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Statue of Paul Bert – Clock Tower loop from Auxerre

01:53

7.19km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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1.31 km

View of Auxerre and the Yonne River

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The French city of Auxerre is considered the gateway to Burgundy and is situated on the River Yvonne, in the heart of the Auxerrois wine region. The banks of the …

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1.36 km

Statue of Paul Bert

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On the bridge of the Route Nationale 151 is the monument of the natural scientist Paul Bert, who was born in Auxerre in 1833.

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1.82 km

Thomas Jefferson Liberty Bridge (Passerelle de la Liberté Thomas-Jefferson)

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The Passerelle de Preuilly, which crosses the Yonne, offers a beautiful view of the old town of Auxerre.
In 1913, France's first steel bridge was completed here in Auxerre. The …

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2.24 km

Saint-Étienne Cathedral of Auxerre

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Impressive cathedral that dominates the cityscape of Auxerre together with the Abbaye Saint-Germain.
You can visit the cathedral for free, which you should definitely do. The sight of these incredibly …

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2.56 km

Clock Tower

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The original tower, also called Tour Gaillarde, was part of a Gallo-Roman fortification and was often restored, expanded and elevated over the centuries. A city gate was built based on …

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2.71 km

Place Surugue and Cadet Roussel Fountain

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A very popular place among tourists. Wonderfully beautiful, old half-timbered houses with cafes and restaurants.
There is a fountain in the square that is reminiscent of the famous French folk …

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2.89 km

Saint-Eusèbe Church of Auxerre

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The church of St. Eusèbe was formerly a monastery founded in the 12th century. Now it is a parish church.
The Romanesque bell tower dates from the 12th century.
Inside …

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3.35 km