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Ponthierry towpath

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Ponthierry towpath

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    May 15, 2023

    Cycling

    In the past, this towpath was used to bring boats up against the current. Today, they are perfect gravel tracks for cycling fun! Enjoy the views of the Seine.
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    March 11, 2026

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    A towpath, or "chemin de halage," which runs alongside the river or canal, was an indispensable part of the transportation infrastructure in earlier times. Before ships could be propelled by motors, horses walked along the bank, pulling the vessel against the current. This was called "treideln," and that's how towpaths got their name, which has been passed down to this day. Where these paths, located directly on the riverbank, have been preserved, they are popular with hikers and cyclists.
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    Location: Boissise-La-Bertrand, Melun, Ile-de-France, France

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