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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Battant Bridge – Porte Noire (Black Gate) loop from LU

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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Battant Bridge – Porte Noire (Black Gate) loop from LU

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Battant Bridge – Porte Noire (Black Gate) loop from LU

02:44

10.3km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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2.81 km

Battant Bridge

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It is the most famous bridge in the city. This bridge which spans the Doubs was built in Roman times. Today the bridge has been rehabilitated and it accommodates the tramway.

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2.89 km

Pont Battant in Besançon

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An ideal place for a stroll at sunset.

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3.99 km

Micaud Park and its waterfall

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The Micaud Park was gradually created in the second half of the 19th century at the suggestion of the mayor Jules Micaud and according to plans by the architect Alphonse …

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4.39 km

Fantastic view

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The walk in Micaud Park is a treat for fans of bucolic landscapes

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4.85 km

Viewpoint

5.48 km

Passage to Besançon Cathedral

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5.66 km

Besançon Cathedral (Saint-Jean Cathedral of Besançon)

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Construction history: Construction of the cathedral began in the 12th century and was completed in the 16th century. It is a fine example of Gothic architecture, with later additions and …

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5.70 km

Porte Noire (Black Gate)

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Triumphal Arch: La Porte Noire is a Roman triumphal arch, similar to the Arch of Constantine in Rome. It is considered one of the best preserved Roman triumphal arches in …

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7.00 km

Riverside Promenade by the City Walls

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Very spacious promenade where the lawn is used for picnics.

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10.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.68 km

1.23 km

1.10 km

130 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.49 km

2.12 km

1.44 km

773 m

391 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 27 May

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Battant Bridge – Porte Noire (Black Gate) loop from LU

Battant Bridge

Pont Battant in Besançon

Micaud Park and its waterfall

Fantastic view

Passage to Besançon Cathedral

Besançon Cathedral (Saint-Jean Cathedral of Besançon)

Porte Noire (Black Gate)

Riverside Promenade by the City Walls

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