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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Besançon

Ougney-Douvot

Along the Doubs River – Citadel of Besançon loop from Ougney-Douvot

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France

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Besançon

Ougney-Douvot

Along the Doubs River – Citadel of Besançon loop from Ougney-Douvot

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Along the Doubs River – Citadel of Besançon loop from Ougney-Douvot

03:30

59.0km

380m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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: June 22, 2026

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4.84 km

Along the Doubs River

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Definitely go. The landscape is very beautiful

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8.37 km

Supply station for cyclists on the Eurovelo route and other tourists:
Information, toilets, showers, kiosk with snacks and drinks. Rest area with seating, partially covered.
Nice place to stay on the beautiful Doubs cycle path.

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13.4 km

The Doubs

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Beautiful bike path and beautiful scenery.

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17.8 km

Canal du Rhône au Rhin

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The Rhône-Rhine Canal connects a navigable tributary of the Rhône, the Saône, to the Rhine. It is bordered by a cycle path that crosses the beautiful Doubs Valley and runs alongside the river. On the opposite bank, you'll see many cyclists using an old towpath that once allowed boats to travel upstream along the canal.

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31.6 km

View of the Vauban Citadel

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Here you get a good idea of the size of the citadel.

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32.1 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 citadel of Besançon. It is one of the few tunnels in the world suitable for shipping and is approximately 1.6 kilometers long. The tunnel was built between 1879 and 1881 and is part of the Canal de Bourgogne, a waterway that connects the Yonne and Saône rivers. The tunnel is an important connection for shipping in the region and also attracts many tourists due to its unique character.

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32.1 km

Citadel Canal Tunnel

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The tunnel is part of the complex system of waterways that cross the city and is designed to allow ships to pass through the city without having to pass through the city center. It provides an underground passage for boats, bicycles and pedestrians. There is a parallel tunnel for car traffic.

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32.6 km

Citadel of Besançon

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The Citadelle de Besançon is an impressive fortress located on Mont Saint-Étienne, high above the city of Besançon.
Construction of the Citadelle began in 1668 under the direction of the French military engineer Vauban, known for his defense works. The fortress served as an important military stronghold and played a crucial role in the defense of France's eastern borders.
The Citadelle is a masterpiece of military architecture, with bastions, ramparts, underground tunnels and other defenses. The design reflects Vauban's innovative approaches at the time.
UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Citadelle de Besançon is part of the "Fortifications of Vauban", recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2008. This group of fortifications spread across France testifies to Vauban's military designs.
Within the Citadelle there are several museums and attractions, including the Museum of French Resistance and Deportation, the Comtois Museum which highlights regional history, and the Besançon Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in France.
The Citadelle offers breathtaking views over the city of Besançon and the surrounding valley. It is a popular destination for tourists due to its historical importance, architectural splendor and panoramic views.

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59.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.4 km

26.2 km

5.34 km

149 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

56.4 km

2.21 km

384 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

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Comments

October 5, 2022,Citadelle de Besançon – Doubstal (Deluz - Laissey) Runde von Besançon-Mouillère

Day 2 on the "Adventure Tour" with my grandson. 1st insight: If the grill doesn't work, the sausage in the bread also tastes cold 😂 Today's tour on the Doubs was a bit similar to the home Danube valley. In Bessncon we drove up to the citadel, where monkeys could be seen in the moat. There is a tram in …

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