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Napoleon Bridge – Luz-Ardiden loop from Esquièze-Sère

Napoleon Bridge – Luz-Ardiden loop from Esquièze-Sère

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2,177

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Napoleon Bridge – Luz-Ardiden loop from Esquièze-Sère

02:54

45.6km

1,340m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

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Parc national des Pyrénées (Aire d'adhésion)

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3.76 km

Gave de Pau River

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Magnificent river with tumultuous waters!

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6.74 km

Route Along the Gave de Pau Towards Lourdes

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Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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13.9 km

Kilometer Zero of the Tourmalet – Luz-Saint-Sauveur

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Luz-Saint-Sauveur is a lively and welcoming town in the French Pyrenees. Its strategic location makes it a key crossing point to reach several valleys. Particularly welcoming, the town has no shortage of accommodation and dining options.

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16.1 km

Napoleon Bridge

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The Pont Napoléon, commissioned by Napolén III, was built between 1859 and 1863. The structure spans the Gavarnie River, 65 meters above the watercourse.

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19.2 km

Great view of Luz-Saint-Saveur and valley

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The first kilometers of the ascent towards Luz-Ardiden pass through several small hamlets. Each of them offers a beautiful view of the town of Luz-Saint-Sauveur below as well as its valley.

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21.2 km

View of Luz-Saint-Sauveur

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30.6 km

Luz-Ardiden

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Luz-Ardiden is one of the most beautiful climbs in the Pyrenees. The Luz-Ardiden station is located on the heights of Luz-Saint-Sauveur from where the climb begins. In total, it's 14.7 …

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45.1 km

Water Fountain in Barèges

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Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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45.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.1 km

14.3 km

162 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

45.5 km

136 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,710 m)

Lowest point (590 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

28°C

5°C

7 %

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Route Along the Gave de Pau Towards Lourdes

Kilometer Zero of the Tourmalet – Luz-Saint-Sauveur

Napoleon Bridge

Great view of Luz-Saint-Saveur and valley

View of Luz-Saint-Sauveur

Luz-Ardiden

Water Fountain in Barèges

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