Weir on the Nied River – Sainte-Croix Abbey Church loop from Bibiche
Weir on the Nied River – Sainte-Croix Abbey Church loop from Bibiche
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Weir on the Nied River – Sainte-Croix Abbey Church loop from Bibiche
01:57
46.6km
240m
Road cycling
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 22, 2026
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Parking
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6.09 km
Weir on the Nied River
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6.16 km
Sainte-Croix de Bouzonville abbey
Highlight • Religious Site
The **Saint-Croix Abbey** in **Bouzonville** is one of the oldest monastic complexes in the region. Founded in the **11th century**, it was a spiritual center between the Moselle and Saar rivers for centuries. The Romanesque-Gothic architecture of the monastery church has been rebuilt and restored several times, but its origins remain.
📜 After its dissolution during the French Revolution, the monastery was partially destroyed but later returned to religious use. Today, it is inhabited by a **Benedictine community** that welcomes visitors.
**Tip:** The simple, spiritual atmosphere of the complex invites you to pause for a moment. Ideal for a quiet stroll or a quick visit to the monastery shop – featuring handmade products made by the nuns.
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6.22 km
I Love Bouzonville Sign and View of the Basilica
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Here you can photograph yourself with the Nied and the basilica in the background.
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6.47 km
Sainte-Croix Abbey Church
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6.47 km
Courtyard of Saint-Martin Church, Bouzonville
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21.2 km
Stork Sculpture of Franco-German Friendship
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21.3 km
Vintage compressor roll
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46.6 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
41.0 km
2.86 km
2.58 km
166 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
43.8 km
2.52 km
273 m
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