Montargis to Briare on the Scandiberique

Bike touring routes & trails

France

Centre-Val de Loire

Montargis to Briare on the Scandiberique

Moderate

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336

riders

Montargis to Briare on the Scandiberique

03:24

57.4km

170m

Cycling

This long walk from Montargis station to Briare station is punctuated by the life of the canal. The route jumps from one bank to the other thanks to the various drawbridges. You are therefore dependent on the passing boats to cross the canal and continue on your way. Just time to greet the boaters, have a drink, and enjoy the scenery, and you'll be back on the road.

Water plays an important role in the Loire Valley, and therefore in this route: you'll find it in the operation of the mills you pass, but also in a stop at the Gazonne pond.

Châtillon-Coligny is worth a short stop. It's the perfect place to park your bikes and stretch your legs. The charming village streets are organized around the canal and the small streams that encircle the old town center.

by Val de Loire

Last updated: July 8, 2025

Tips

Includes movable bridges

Check opening times.

After 26.3 km for 13 m

After 45.7 km for 13 m

After 46.5 km for 8 m

After 52.6 km for 12 m

Waypoints

Start point

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3.86 km

Bardin Mill

Highlight • Structure

An impressive and well-maintained industrial monument, it's worth stopping for a moment while cycling along the canal.

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6.59 km

Beautiful path along the canal

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Beautiful path right along the bank and surrounded by tall trees that provide pleasant shade. In the middle of nature, just great!

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25.7 km

Châtillon-Coligny

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Châtillon-Coligny is a picturesque village in Loiret. Take the time to stroll through its charming little streets, some of which date from the 16th century.

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44.5 km

Étang de la Gazonne

Highlight • Lake

Very pretty passage between the ponds of Gazonne and Boudinières which are located along the Briare canal.

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57.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.5 km

7.87 km

3.32 km

1.05 km

691 m

Surfaces

48.7 km

5.91 km

2.44 km

314 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Wednesday 28 October

14°C

3°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Comments

October 30, 2022,Amsterdam to Gandia - day 10

So annoyingly I accidentally deletee the first half of this tour meaning the actual total distance traveled is more like 52 miles. Good ride though!

June 10, 2025

This long walk from Montargis station to Briare station is punctuated by the life of the canal. The route jumps from one bank to the other thanks to the various drawbridges. You are therefore dependent on the passing boats to cross the canal and continue on your way. Just time to greet the boaters, have

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