Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 20, 2025

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222 m

Saint-André de Bourg-Argental church

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The Saint-André church was built in 844 initially. It was the subject of successive additions until 1840, when it was classified as a historical monument. Its portal is both imposing …

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2.80 km

Curvy section of the Via Fluvia

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Due to land constraints, the Via Fluvia has no choice but to follow a gradient of approximately 18% on this section.

Nicely landscaped, it nonetheless remains a pleasant little climb that lasts only a very short time.

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15.9 km

View of Annonay from Pont Montgolfier

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24.9 km

Lac de Vert

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30.3 km

Via Fluvia

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Leaving Annonay, this section of the Via Fluvia goes through the woods, passing under several bridges and tunnels.

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35.4 km

Canson & Montgolfier Paper Mill Museum

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Do you love drawing and stationery? Here you'll find the Canson-Montgolfier Paper Mill Museum, a must-see if you're in Davézieux. Discover the history of paper and see a life-size paper machine in operation!

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35.9 km

Papeterie d'Annonay

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Along the Via Fluvia, on foot or by bike, the recent restorations are worth a look

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36.0 km

Viaduc de Pupil

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Built between 1879 and 1881, this viaduct once carried the railway. It is located right next to a former paper mill.

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39.7 km

Railway Workers' Shelter

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This former shelter, located along the Via Fluvia, is enjoying a new lease of life thanks to the determination of the local heritage conservation association.

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49.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.7 km

13.3 km

9.15 km

3.40 km

1.72 km

1.26 km

Surfaces

39.5 km

6.80 km

2.76 km

482 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (610 m)

Lowest point (300 m)

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