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Clock Tower – Abbaye Saint-Germain loop from Auxerre

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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Clock Tower – Abbaye Saint-Germain loop from Auxerre

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Clock Tower – Abbaye Saint-Germain loop from Auxerre

01:41

6.24km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

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192 m

Saint Nicholas Square

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Right next to L'Yonne is this small square in the Saint Nicolas district. Many half-timbered houses are in the immediate vicinity.

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1.23 km

Place Surugue and Cadet Roussel Fountain

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A very popular place among tourists. Wonderfully beautiful, old half-timbered houses with cafes and restaurants.
There is a fountain in the square that is reminiscent of the famous French folk …

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1.37 km

Clock Tower

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The original tower, also called Tour Gaillarde, was part of a Gallo-Roman fortification and was often restored, expanded and elevated over the centuries. A city gate was built based on …

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1.60 km

Passage Manifacier

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In this passage from 1858 there was, among other things, a shop for accessories for porcelain painting (?). Today, furniture and furnishings are offered there. A wide, stone spiral staircase …

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1.92 km

Saint-Étienne Cathedral of Auxerre

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Impressive cathedral that dominates the cityscape of Auxerre together with the Abbaye Saint-Germain.
You can visit the cathedral for free, which you should definitely do. The sight of these incredibly …

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2.30 km

Abbaye Saint-Germain

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The Abbaye Saint-German can be reached during the "Cadet Roussel" itinerary. A visit to the church is free of charge, there is also the possibility to visit the museum or …

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4.27 km

Thomas Jefferson Liberty Bridge (Passerelle de la Liberté Thomas-Jefferson)

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The Passerelle de Preuilly, which crosses the Yonne, offers a beautiful view of the old town of Auxerre.
In 1913, France's first steel bridge was completed here in Auxerre. The …

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5.07 km

Saint Peter's Church of Auxerre

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This church was damaged by the Saracens in the 13th century. The restoration and completion did not take place until 1658.
The church is open during the day. One should …

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6.24 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.80 km

1.98 km

262 m

159 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.08 km

1.88 km

228 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Thursday 2 July

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September 24, 2022,F: Auxerre et la Tour de l'Horloge

Auxerre is a pearl of the Middle Ages. Four mighty churches from the high Middle Ages, including a cathedral and an abbey.
But the best thing is that the important "Tour de l'Horloge" has finally been completely renovated and shines in new splendor.
Today I was able to visit the abbey from the inside. The floor plan is impressive. It …

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August 9, 2024,🇨🇵 France 05 Auxerre a.d. Yonne

You feel like you've been transported to 16th and 17th century France.

Auxerre has a huge and picturesque old town with winding streets and impressive half-timbered houses.

In Auxerre you can follow the Cadet Guillaume Joseph Roussel on foot. He leads you on a ~ 5 km long path through the heart of Auxerre to a total of 67 sights.

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Clock Tower – Abbaye Saint-Germain loop from Auxerre

Saint Nicholas Square

Place Surugue and Cadet Roussel Fountain

Clock Tower

Passage Manifacier

Saint-Étienne Cathedral of Auxerre

Abbaye Saint-Germain

Thomas Jefferson Liberty Bridge (Passerelle de la Liberté Thomas-Jefferson)

Saint Peter's Church of Auxerre

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