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Thiers
Maringues

Hall of the Springs, Vichy – View of Vichy loop from Maringues

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France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Thiers
Maringues

Hall of the Springs, Vichy – View of Vichy loop from Maringues

Hard

3.4

(15)

90

riders

Hall of the Springs, Vichy – View of Vichy loop from Maringues

06:47

112km

620m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 25, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 84.1 km for 184 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

506 m

Pont des Fainéants

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The bridge crossing the Morge was the southern gateway to Maringues. It has been rebuilt several times and once supported one of the city gates. The Maringois called it “the …

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2

39.6 km

This Romanesque style turret dates from the 12th century. It measures almost four meters high and was built from cut stone from the Ravel quarries located less than 15 kilometers …

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3

57.3 km

View of the Allier

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Beautiful view of the river from the bridge.

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65.0 km

View of Château de Maulmont

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Located on the outskirts of the royal domain of Randan, the castle enjoys a breathtaking view of the Allier. Previously, it was the hunting lodge of Princess Adelaide, sister of King Louis-Philippe.

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70.2 km

At this point, you can see one of Vichy's natural springs. Now cut off, it houses a fresco depicting the city's thermal history.

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76.4 km

L'Allier

Lake

7

83.4 km

Hall of the Springs, Vichy

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Nine springs are still in use in Vichy. Four of them are consumed by spa guests in the drinking halls of the thermal baths: Chomel, Grande Grille, Hôpital, and Lucas.

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84.2 km

Lac d'Allier

Lake

9

85.0 km

Bust of Napoleon III

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Buste von Napoleon III im schönen Park am Ufer der Allier

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85.8 km

View of Vichy

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From the bridge, you can admire the panorama of the city of Vichy. Don't hesitate to cross to stroll through this pretty spa town.

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112 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

66.9 km

21.2 km

12.4 km

5.88 km

3.83 km

1.95 km

Surfaces

89.4 km

9.99 km

8.26 km

4.08 km

464 m

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Sunday 18 October

10°C

3°C

75 %

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June 9, 2025,Outdoor Hochgenuss - Etappentouren auf der Via Allier - Tag 2 - von Vichy nach Pont du Château
The navigation system quit twice due to overheating. 🤦🏼

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