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Compiègne Town Hall – Route Forestiere - car-free loop from Appilly

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Compiègne Town Hall – Route Forestiere - car-free loop from Appilly

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Compiègne Town Hall – Route Forestiere - car-free loop from Appilly

07:50

135km

590m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 1, 2026

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Train Station

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32.0 km

Picnic Area by the Saint Jacques de Compostelle Trail

Highlight • Rest Area

61.4 km

Bois de Cangies

Forest

66.4 km

Notre-Dame de Noyon Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

The complex of buildings surrounding Notre-Dame Cathedral is one of the earliest examples of Gothic architecture. You can admire the cathedral's rich liturgical furnishings, the elegant canons' residences, the remains of the episcopal chapel, and the chapter library, one of the oldest in Europe. You'll also discover the history of Noyon, the ancient episcopal city that witnessed the coronation of Charlemagne and the birth of John Calvin. The cathedral chapter of Noyon is a true treasure trove of art and history that will delight both the eyes and the mind.

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91.7 km

L'Aisne

Lake

97.1 km

Château de Compiègne

Highlight • Castle

The cycling classic Paris – Roubaix has not started in Paris since 1977 but in front of this castle. Parts of the palace complex including three different museums can be visited. The large castle park is open daily and admission is free.

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97.6 km

Compiègne Town Hall

Highlight • Monument

The architecture of the town hall is a true feast for the eyes. The central structure is dominated by a tall bell tower, flanked by two turrets connected by a decorative railing. This imposing façade, 47 meters high and 24 meters wide, is decorated with striking Gothic elements such as pinnacles and basket arches.

The large niche now houses a high relief depicting the equestrian statue of Louis XII. It is an original creation from 1869 by the sculptor Henri-Alfred Jacquemart in the realistic style so prevalent at the time. However, contrary to the usual appearance of equestrian statues during the reign of Louis XII, Henri-Alfred Jacquemart chose not to build a horse walking "à l'amble," that is, with both straight legs raised simultaneously.

On October 12, 1530, a clock was placed on the summit of the bell tower. From that time on, every quarter of an hour, she animated three wooden jaquemarts with bell hammers. The Compiègneis quickly gave them three nicknames corresponding to the enemies of the time: Langlois for the English, Flandrin for the Flemish, and Lansquenet for the Germans. Even today, they chant the life of the city by "punching the time," that is, by striking their hammer to strike the hours.

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106 km

Route Forestiere - car-free

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Beautiful undulating car-free road through the forests north of Compiegne. Along the way you will encounter several characteristic signposts that indicate the local unpaved paths. As a cyclist, however, you better stay on this path, the only paved passage. Recommended!

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