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Citadel of Besançon – Citadel of Besançon loop from Besançon

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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Citadel of Besançon – Citadel of Besançon loop from Besançon

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Citadel of Besançon – Citadel of Besançon loop from Besançon

00:51

7.97km

90m

Running

Moderate run. 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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1.03 km

Les quais de la Boucle

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From the banks of the Doubs, you will be able to appreciate the limits of the historic center of Besançon, which is nicknamed by us, the Loop. Small nickname which …

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3.02 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 …

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3.52 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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3.60 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 …

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4.04 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 …

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4.59 km

Citadel View

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From the blue bridge, you are in a good position to admire the slender profile of the Citadel of Vauban.

All you have to do is cross the bridge, take …

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6.25 km

Tour de la Pelote

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This remarkable tower (2nd half 15th C) was integrated into Vauban's design, so that it did not have to be demolished. Now there is a restaurant.

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7.97 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.11 km

1.65 km

1.19 km

667 m

350 m

Surfaces

3.21 km

3.10 km

636 m

561 m

378 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 19 August

27°C

18°C

65 %

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Les quais de la Boucle

Citadel of Besançon

Besançon Citadel River Tunnel

Citadel Canal Tunnel

Citadel of Besançon

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Tour de la Pelote

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