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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Human Rights Bridge – Pont de Vieille-Brioude loop from Retournac

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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Human Rights Bridge – Pont de Vieille-Brioude loop from Retournac

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Human Rights Bridge – Pont de Vieille-Brioude loop from Retournac

01:15

18.6km

260m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.3 km for 129 m

After 10.5 km for 147 m

Waypoints

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3.36 km

Collegiate Church of Saint John the Baptist

Highlight • Religious Site

The Romanesque church would have adjoined the castle (now destroyed) and participated in the medieval fortifications. Its choir with radiating apses is built in yellow ocher sandstone rock. The aisles …

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4.10 km

Human Rights Bridge

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In Retournac, the stone bridge that spans the Loire is called the Human Rights Bridge. Built in stone and on a model of lowered arches, the bridge and its sidewalks …

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4.46 km

Retournac Bridge

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very pretty bridge over the Loire, picnic area in the shade.

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9.09 km

Pont de Vieille-Brioude

Highlight • Bridge

Great spot to chill in the shade and to bathe in the river

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9.16 km

Chamalières-sur-Loire bridge

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It is a road bridge but not without its charm. From here, you enjoy breathtaking views of the Loire and the surrounding hills.

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18.6 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.8 km

2.34 km

2.20 km

271 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

5.82 km

318 m

164 m

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Highest point (580 m)

Lowest point (500 m)

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Friday 3 July

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