Today's impressive Troyes Cathedral was begun in the 12th century and finished in the 17th century. Wars, fire and storm damage caused delays over the centuries of construction. And due to lack of money, the planned south tower was not built at all.

Nevertheless, this church is an extraordinarily impressive building. You feel very small in the five-aisled interior with huge pillars reaching towards the sky.

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Troyes Cathedral (in French: Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Troyes) is the main religious building in the French city of Troyes. The cathedral is dedicated to the holy apostles Peter and Paul. …

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1. Troyes centre ville — loop from Barberey-Saint-Sulpice

15.2km

03:51

40m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Cats' Alley – Beautiful half-timbered houses loop from Troyes

7.20km

01:51

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Beautiful half-timbered houses – Cats' Alley loop from Troyes

6.20km

01:35

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 110 m

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Saturday 31 January

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82 %

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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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1. Troyes centre ville — loop from Barberey-Saint-Sulpice

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3. Beautiful half-timbered houses – Cats' Alley loop from Troyes

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