Auxonne – Canal du Rhône au Rhin loop from Parking de la forêt de Napoléon

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Auxonne

Auxonne – Canal du Rhône au Rhin loop from Parking de la forêt de Napoléon

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Auxonne – Canal du Rhône au Rhin loop from Parking de la forêt de Napoléon

03:15

54.7km

250m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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 7, 2026

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3.81 km

Auxonne

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Labeled “Imperial City”, Auxonne is an old stronghold which has an important historical heritage, notably its church, its castle, its arsenal.

Stroll through the streets of the city and take …

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5.03 km

Cycle path along the Saône in Auxonne

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Nice views

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7.49 km

Diversion into the Saône river

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At lock number 20, the diversion of the Saône River, which connects to Auxonne, ends. The Auxonne Canal and its locks were built between 1839 and 1845.

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13.1 km

Canal du Rhône au Rhin

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This section runs alongside the Rhine-Rhône Canal and is part of the EuroVelo 6 route. The canal's lively atmosphere is delightful. The cycle path is well-maintained and the setting is very pleasant.

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37.0 km

Dole Lock, Rhine-Rhône Canal, view of Notre-Dame Basilica

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Every time I stop at Eurovelo Route 6 in Dole, I enjoy the view of the city's landmark from the canal. Notre-Dame from the 16th century with its 75 m high tower.

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37.3 km

Very nice medieval city. You can follow the signs on the sidewalk (arrows with a cat) to have a walking tour of many historical places throughout the city, such as the house where Louis Pasteur was born.

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37.7 km

View of Dole and the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame

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The Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame in Dole dominates the old town with its majestic bell tower, remarkable stained-glass windows, and rich historical and religious heritage. It is a true Gothic gem dating back to the Renaissance.

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