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Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Ambierle, Village of Character – Saint Stephen's Church loop from Roanne

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Bike touring routes & trails
France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Ambierle, Village of Character – Saint Stephen's Church loop from Roanne

Hard

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Ambierle, Village of Character – Saint Stephen's Church loop from Roanne

05:22

86.5km

850m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

11.6 km

Château de Chamarande.

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Castle and outbuildings.

A nice castle.

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2

32.1 km

Former tile and brick dryer, at the entrance to the Lespinasse forest. Educational activities, exhibitions and tourist information point in July and August. Picnic tables.

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41.1 km

Le Petit Louvre

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The Petit Louvre is a 15th century monument in Renaissance and Gothic style. It was a stopover lodge for the king's officers, constabulary brigade, post house in the royal service …

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55.5 km

Located on a promontory 400 meters above sea level, Ambierle is a "Village of Character" of 1,900 inhabitants. Renowned for its Benedictine abbey, Ambierle is also home to pottery, a vineyard and a Michelin-starred restaurant.

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70.7 km

The castle of Saint-André-d'Apchon dates from the 16th century and notably hosted King Henry II and Catherine de Medici in 1548. It is possible to visit the castle but it …

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83.5 km

Roanne Riverside Promenade

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83.9 km

View of Roanne Across the Loire

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The view of the city of Roanne from the Pont de la Loire is amazing! 😊

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85.6 km

Saint Stephen's Church

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The Saint-Etienne Church shines entirely in golden yellow and pink stones. It is the oldest parish in Roanne. The church was built around 1343 and destroyed several times throughout history. …

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86.5 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

76.8 km

6.76 km

2.29 km

498 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

70.7 km

15.1 km

462 m

283 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (540 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

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Saturday 23 May

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