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Thaurion Gorges – Abbaye du Palais loop from Masbaraud-Mérignat - Fontelune Croisemment RD 61A

Thaurion Gorges – Abbaye du Palais loop from Masbaraud-Mérignat - Fontelune Croisemment RD 61A

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Thaurion Gorges – Abbaye du Palais loop from Masbaraud-Mérignat - Fontelune Croisemment RD 61A

02:01

40.4km

520m

Road cycling

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

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Parc naturel régional de Millevaches en Limousin

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19.9 km

Saint Martin's Church in Sardent

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Church of Saint-Martin de Sardent, from the 13th century. The bell tower is covered with shingles and the southern portal is listed as a Historic Monument.

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29.3 km

Thaurion Gorges

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The Thaurion gorges, below the small hamlet of Thauron. Departure from a small path for interpretation and picnic tables. The ascent is a pain in the ass!

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34.9 km

Abbaye du Palais

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It is an ancient abbey founded in the 12th century by the Cistercian congregation. It was destroyed during the wars then rebuilt, and sold as national property during the Revolution. …

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35.5 km

Bridge in the Taurion valley

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There is a lovely view of the Taurion Valley from this stone bridge. We can see a mill which contributes to the charm of the place.

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40.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.2 km

1.43 km

795 m

Surfaces

31.4 km

8.87 km

167 m

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Highest point (570 m)

Lowest point (400 m)

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Thaurion Gorges – Abbaye du Palais loop from Masbaraud-Mérignat - Fontelune Croisemment RD 61A

Saint Martin's Church in Sardent

Thaurion Gorges

Abbaye du Palais

Bridge in the Taurion valley

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