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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Le Puy-en-Velay

Brives-Charensac

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

Bike touring routes & trails

Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Le Puy-en-Velay

Brives-Charensac

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

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4.7

(11)

73

riders

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

01:09

18.0km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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772 m

Old bridge of Brives (ruins)

Highlight • Historical Site

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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14.0 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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15.9 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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17.1 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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18.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.74 km

3.61 km

3.36 km

1.76 km

1.51 km

Surfaces

6.53 km

6.03 km

2.75 km

1.76 km

774 m

139 m

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Tuesday 12 May

14°C

5°C

29 %

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