This path, which was used to tow barges from the shore, offers a variety of landscapes, from forests to fields. The path is largely flat and easy to follow, and you can enjoy views of the river and surrounding countryside.

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do not hesitate to return to the main road then onto the canal at each crossing

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A "chemin de halage", in German "treidelpfad", which runs alongside the waterway right next to the bed of the river or canal, was an indispensable part of the transport infrastructure in earlier times. Before ships could move using motor power, horses ran along the bank and pulled the ship against the current. This was called "treideln", and this is how the "treidelpfads" got their name, which has been passed down to this day. Where these paths directly on the bank have been preserved, they are often used by hikers and cyclists.

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1. Towpath and the banks of the Grande Pâture — loop from Vannes

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2. Towpath loop from Mergey

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3. Towpath loop from Payns

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Location: Payns, Troyes, Great East, France

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1. Towpath and the banks of the Grande Pâture — loop from Vannes

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