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View of Briennon Marina – View of Lac de Villerest loop from Charlieu

View of Briennon Marina – View of Lac de Villerest loop from Charlieu

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3.5

(2)

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View of Briennon Marina – View of Lac de Villerest loop from Charlieu

08:51

130km

1,680m

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: April 10, 2026

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Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 70.7 km for 49 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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27.2 km

Marcigny

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Marcigny is renowned for its traditional Monday market, which has existed since the 11th century. This commune is also home to the Saint-Rigaud Abbey, an important historical site dating from the Middle Ages. The city is also famous for its ceramic manufacturing, notably the famous stoneware potteries which are very popular with craft enthusiasts.

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43.2 km

Bief No 4 Artaix

Lake

48.9 km

On the banks of the Loire

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51.7 km

Briennon Riverside Stop on the Canal de Roanne à Paray-le-Monial

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51.9 km

View of Briennon Marina

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From the avenue de Verdun which crosses the Roanne to Digoin canal, enjoy a beautiful view of the port of Briennon which was once an industrial site. Today, the port has been developed for yachting. It is located on the Roanne to Digoin canal, very close to the Loire.

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53.3 km

Pouilly-sous-Charlieu

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Pouilly-sous-Charlieu is a village of 2,500 inhabitants located on the banks of the Loire. Its Saint-Pierre church is modest but remarkable.

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69.0 km

Port of Roanne

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From the Roanne marina, the canal leaves in the direction of Digoin. From here you can rent electric boats and bicycles.

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76.9 km

View of Lac de Villerest

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Superb artificial lake and nautical base. Passing over the dam by bike is quite impressive due to its height and length.

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78.4 km

Villerest Dam Viewpoint

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Belvedere with a view of the dam and Villerest lake, 59 meters high!

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130 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

69.2 km

39.1 km

8.38 km

7.25 km

5.61 km

555 m

Surfaces

43.5 km

42.5 km

41.6 km

1.41 km

1.13 km

Elevation

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Highest point (540 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

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On the banks of the Loire

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