Wilson Bridge – Tours Castle loop from Tours

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Centre-Val de Loire

Wilson Bridge – Tours Castle loop from Tours

Moderate

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Wilson Bridge – Tours Castle loop from Tours

03:25

13.4km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Arrêté de protection de biotope du site de reproduction de sternes à Tours

Natura 2000 de la Loire de Candes Saint Martin à Mosnes

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.37 km

Wilson Bridge

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The Wilson Bridge, built between 1765 and 1778, is the oldest bridge in Tours. It consists of 15 arches, is 434 meters long and spans the Loire.

Named after Woodrow …

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2.09 km

Tours Castle

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Medieval castle of the 11th century, the castle of Tours is one of the forgotten buildings of the great constructions which border the Loire. Destroyed during the 18th century, it …

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2.19 km

It's a contemporary sculpture of Pegasus, the winged horse from Greek mythology.
Symbolizing:
A. freedom
B. imagination
C. creativity
D. progress
Perfectly fitting for a city that always teeters between …

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2.42 km

View from Loire on La Grande Breteche

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2.67 km

Saint-Symphorien Footbridge (Pont de Fil)

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The Saint-Symphorien footbridge (called “Pont de fil” among the Tourangeaux) is a pedestrian and cycle footbridge. It was built from 1845 to 1847 by the Seguin brothers, on the remains …

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2.86 km

Saint-Symphorien Church

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St. Symphorien Church originally stood outside the city walls.
This meant that in the event of war or unrest, it was one of the first places to be hit.
Therefore: …

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4.22 km

Magnolia Tree in Parc de Sainte Radegonde

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6.95 km

Rochecorbon riverside tavern

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The Rochecorbon tavern is located facing the Loire, in a most natural setting. From its terraces, the panoramic view of the wild Loire is breathtaking.

Considered one of the largest …

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13.4 km

End point

Parking

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