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New Aquitaine
Bayonne
Villefranque

Towpath of the Nive – Cycle Path Along the Nive loop from Villefranque

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France
New Aquitaine
Bayonne
Villefranque

Towpath of the Nive – Cycle Path Along the Nive loop from Villefranque

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Towpath of the Nive – Cycle Path Along the Nive loop from Villefranque

01:36

24.8km

280m

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

Last updated: August 19, 2025

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304 m

Guinguette au Bord de la Nive

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They have beer, micheladas, wine, soft drinks, coffee, chips, waffles, jalapeño poppers, and pétanque! You can call ahead and reserve kayaks or stand-up paddle too.

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2.25 km

Towpath of the Nive

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Nice walk along the water

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2.35 km

Cycle Path Along the Nive

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A nicely paved cycle path, very easy to ride

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5.46 km

Rest bench at La Nive

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As you travel along the picturesque banks of the Nive River, you will come across a quiet resting bench near the charming village of Maignon. This idyllic spot offers a …

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9.53 km

Pont Marengo

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Spectacular view of Baiona

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9.66 km

Les Halles de Bayonne

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The market halls of Bayonne are an interesting old-style institution.

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10.7 km

Remparts de la ville

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Bayonne is well worth seeing. You approach the city by first seeing the old city wall and then being surprised by a vibrant city with lots of water. Beautiful!

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16.4 km

Mouguere cross

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24.8 km

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Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.4 km

9.14 km

5.18 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.2 km

2.45 km

571 m

472 m

< 100 m

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