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Old bridge of Brives (ruins) – Brives-Charensac old bridge loop from Polignac

Old bridge of Brives (ruins) – Brives-Charensac old bridge loop from Polignac

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Old bridge of Brives (ruins) – Brives-Charensac old bridge loop from Polignac

02:55

40.6km

750m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel 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: June 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 19.8 km for 68 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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14.1 km

View of the Loire Valley

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A beautiful view of the Loire Valley from the Velay greenway.

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14.3 km

Coubon to Brives-Charensac Greenway

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From the parking lot of the Coubon train station, a little warm-up by going down the greenway to Brives Charensac where there is a small crossing of the Loire then …

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30.3 km

This stone bridge, once an important crossing, is now partly collapsed, but its still visible arches offer a fascinating spectacle. Walking around the ruins, one can admire the tranquil beauty of the river flowing below, surrounded by lush vegetation.

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30.5 km

Brives-Charensac old bridge

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Brives Charensac a small village with a great view of the Loire.

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31.9 km

Pont de la Chartreuse

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15th century bridge over the Loire, now reserved for pedestrians and cyclists. The coating is in old cobblestones

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32.6 km

Voie Verte du Velay

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An official flyer for the V73, in French, but you can still see a lot on the graphics and the pictures

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40.4 km

Forteresse de Polignac

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The Polignac Fortress, perched on a volcanic mound, offers a striking spectacle.
Polignac classified among "The most beautiful villages in France".

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40.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.3 km

8.04 km

5.88 km

5.40 km

5.27 km

618 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.0 km

11.5 km

11.0 km

1.56 km

540 m

Elevation

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Highest point (830 m)

Lowest point (600 m)

Weather

Friday 17 July

28°C

14°C

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Old bridge of Brives (ruins) – Brives-Charensac old bridge loop from Polignac

View of the Loire Valley

Coubon to Brives-Charensac Greenway