Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.10 km

Riverside Cycle Path Along the Doubs

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4.72 km

Bout du Monde Waterfall

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The Bout du Monde waterfall reaches an impressive height of 50 meters. A little planning is required, because in periods of low rainfall, the waterfall may not be visible.

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11.0 km

Bois de la Côte

Forest

14.9 km

Cave Entrance

15.6 km

Montfaucon Viewpoint

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This belvedere is one of the most spectacular in the heights of Besançon. It opens a wide window onto the Doubs valley, the Citadel of Besançon and the Jura mountains. …

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16.7 km

View of Besançon from Rocher d'Arbois

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A beautiful view of Besançon from the Rocher d'Arbois.

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A very nice view of Besançon from the "Rocher d'Arbois".

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18.3 km

Montfaucon Castle has dominated Besançon, on its rocky outcrop, since the 11th century.
Of historical interest, the castle also offers the brave who have climbed up there a very beautiful panorama of the city.

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25.4 km

Besançon Citadel River Tunnel

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The ship tunnel in Besançon is a special tunnel, specially designed for the transport of ships. The tunnel is located under the city and runs through the hill of the …

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26.5 km

Doubs

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27.1 km

Doubs Weir, Lock, and Magnolia Spot

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31.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.39 km

8.62 km

6.69 km

3.81 km

3.37 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.5 km

4.98 km

2.90 km

2.39 km

2.12 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (600 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

Weather

Sunday 19 April

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4°C

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