The Dérivation de Gurgy is a short stretch of canal which makes some loops of the Yonne navigable and shortens it. the cycle path along the Yonne leads along it.

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Gurgy

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Small town on the bank of the Yonne, and at the junction of the Gurgy Diversion, a section of Canal that joins two parts of the river.

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8.75 km

Start of the Gurgy diversion

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Here the Yonne flows off to the left and the canal continues straight ahead.

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11.9 km

Park directly connected with the cycle path which runs along the Yonne. The square has several picnic tables, a children's playground and a gazebo with a magnificent view of the Yonne. Ideal for taking a break.

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Path Along the Yonne Between Monéteau and Auxerre

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Very useful little path to go from Auxerre to Monéteau along the Yonne. It is nevertheless necessary to pay attention to the roots and the bends in order not to fall into the water.

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18.7 km

View of Auxerre and Saint-Étienne Cathedral from the Bridge

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There is a good view of the riverside city from here and from the other bridges.

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19.3 km

Thomas Jefferson Liberty Bridge (Passerelle de la Liberté Thomas-Jefferson)

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The Passerelle de Preuilly, which crosses the Yonne, offers a beautiful view of the old town of Auxerre.
In 1913, France's first steel bridge was completed here in Auxerre. The …

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38.2 km

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9.84 km

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5.76 km

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14.0 km

11.7 km

8.25 km

2.23 km

1.91 km

211 m

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