Canal bridge – View of Lac du Der-Chantecoq loop from Saint-Dizier

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Canal bridge – View of Lac du Der-Chantecoq loop from Saint-Dizier

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Canal bridge – View of Lac du Der-Chantecoq loop from Saint-Dizier

01:51

32.3km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.35 km

La Marne

Lake

3.94 km

Canal d'Amenée

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Connecting canal between the Lac du Der reservoir and the Marne. The reservoir was built in 1974 and, with its water surface of 4,800 hectares, is still one of the …

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14.3 km

Canal bridge

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Beautiful little footbridge to cross the canal at its entrance into the Der reservoir. To the north you have a panoramic view of the canal as far as the eye …

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14.3 km

The Marne feed to Lac du Der

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you cannot cross the sluice , this is a new bridge for cycling and walking.

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15.5 km

View of Lac du Der-Chantecoq

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The lake was created in 1974 to regulate the water levels of the Marne River and prevent flooding of the Seine.

The landscapes change throughout the year, and each season shines in its own way.

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18.5 km

Bike Path Along the Dam

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you can no longer cycle on the bank of the canal, this new path exists. Also goes in the direction of Saint-Dizier

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22.0 km

St. Martin

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A beautiful little church with stunning Gothic architecture and magnificent windows. Saint Elizabeth of Thuringia is also depicted here, which is unusual for this region.

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26.6 km

Old railroad track

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The path along the old railway line is beautiful and easy to cycle. It also has a gentle gradient. To see the highlights, you occasionally have to leave the route.

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28.8 km