Sainte-Pezenne Footbridge – The Sèvre Niortaise at Surimeau loop from Niort

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Sainte-Pezenne Footbridge – The Sèvre Niortaise at Surimeau loop from Niort

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Sainte-Pezenne Footbridge – The Sèvre Niortaise at Surimeau loop from Niort

02:43

41.4km

350m

Cycling

Moderate 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 15, 2026

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Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 37 m for 8 m

After 41.4 km for 8 m

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Start point

Train Station

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4.53 km

Sainte-Pezenne Footbridge

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This pretty metal footbridge dates from 1880. It connects Sainte-Pezenne to Niort and was built to facilitate the connection between the two towns. Since then, the commune of Sainte-Pezenne has …

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5.13 km

The donkey mill offers a shaded area to admire an arm of the Sèvre niortaise.
Boat boarding and disembarking is possible, but numerous obstacles make access to the main arm difficult. Many fallen trees obstruct the view and the passage.

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5.92 km

Sèvre crossing at the Moulin d'Âne

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5.92 km

The Sèvre Niortaise at Surimeau

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Magnificent viewpoint

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16.2 km

Coudray-Salbart Castle

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Coudray-Salbart is an old 13th century fortified castle of which well-preserved ruins remain. The site can be visited, but it is advisable to book the guided tour in advance on the site coudraysalbart.fr.

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22.9 km

Saint-Médard-de-Germond Church

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Very beautiful and atypical church, located on the secondary road to Santiago de Compostela and on the Francette bike. Large lawn with trees, ideal for a short break.

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31.4 km

Moulin Neuf washhouse

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39.9 km

Niort

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Niort comes alive to the rhythm of the Vélo Francette, which follows the green belt along the Sèvre Niortaise. This cycle route, made up of landscaped paths and quiet banks, …

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