Bassin de Coupières – Prédecelle Viaduct in Limours loop from Orsay-Ville

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Bassin de Coupières – Prédecelle Viaduct in Limours loop from Orsay-Ville

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Bassin de Coupières – Prédecelle Viaduct in Limours loop from Orsay-Ville

02:06

30.5km

230m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that is highly dangerous

A part of this route comprises highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 10.3 km for 25 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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Highlight • Bridge

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30.5 km

End point

Train Station

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