Virignin la Balme footbridge – Groslée Bridge loop from Groslée-Saint-Benoit

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Virignin la Balme footbridge – Groslée Bridge loop from Groslée-Saint-Benoit

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Virignin la Balme footbridge – Groslée Bridge loop from Groslée-Saint-Benoit

04:06

69.0km

450m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Réserve naturelle nationale du Haut-Rhône français

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Bus stop

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27.6 km

Cycle path between Virignin and the Écassaz Bridge

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You have to drive this piece. A dream! You fly over the asphalt, beautiful smooth, beautiful landscape. Unfortunately, the expansion ends too fast and we landed with enthusiasm in a dead end because the bike path is not quite finished.

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30.7 km

Virignin la Balme footbridge

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In the Natura 2000 zone, this metal footbridge between the departments of Ain and Savoie is 170 meters long and offers superb views of the Rhône.

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31.4 km

ViaRhôna Cycle Path Along the Rhône Near Brens

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A perfect representation of the ViaRhôna cycle path. Between mountains, hills and the Rhône. The bike path is well maintained and well thought out with plenty of places to stop and enjoy the views.

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45.3 km

Cuchet Basin

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Beautiful lake full of seabirds. A nice place for a break.

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46.5 km

Beautiful view over the Rhône

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47.5 km

View of the Rhône River from La Bruyère

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As you head back up to La Bruyère, you'll have a breathtaking view of the Rhone stretching out below. The river meanders through the landscape, lined with lush vegetation and dotted with small islands.

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