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Napoleon Bridge – Gavarnie loop from Luz-Saint-Sauveur

Napoleon Bridge – Gavarnie loop from Luz-Saint-Sauveur

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4.8

(11)

520

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Napoleon Bridge – Gavarnie loop from Luz-Saint-Sauveur

02:26

40.3km

1,000m

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: July 22, 2026

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After 19.6 km for 149 m

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After 20.3 km for 276 m

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2.17 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.

If you feel like it, it …

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3.96 km

Gèdre – Le Campbieilh

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Brasserie with a very pleasant terrace. Ideal for a drink on the route to the Cirque de Troumousse or Col de Tentes.

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12.9 km

View of the Cirque de Gavarnie from Gavarnie

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19.9 km

Distant view of the waterfall in the Cirque de Gavarnie

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In the middle of the Cirque de Gavarnie we find the great waterfall, which with its 423 meter drop is considered the highest in Europe.

Enjoy it because it is something unique.

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20.8 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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40.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.6 km

1.70 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

40.3 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,380 m)

Lowest point (680 m)

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Thursday 23 July

29°C

14°C

40 %

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Napoleon Bridge – Gavarnie loop from Luz-Saint-Sauveur

Napoleon Bridge

LuzTyroLine Start

Gèdre – Le Campbieilh

Sign for Cirque de Troumouse

View of the Cirque de Gavarnie from Gavarnie

Distant view of the waterfall in the Cirque de Gavarnie

Gavarnie

Kilometer Zero of the Tourmalet – Luz-Saint-Sauveur

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