View of Vézelay – Saint-Jacques d'Asquins church loop from Avallon

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View of Vézelay – Saint-Jacques d'Asquins church loop from Avallon

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5.0

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View of Vézelay – Saint-Jacques d'Asquins church loop from Avallon

04:04

45.3km

910m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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Parc naturel régional du Morvan

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.70 km

The Cousin River at Pontaubert and Avallon

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A pretty flat segment along the Le Cousin river from Pontaubert to Avallon. The road is shaded and it is pleasantly cool to cycle along the river. The water is …

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8.02 km

Saint-Germain-d'Auxerre Church, Vault

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The Saint Germain de Vault church was built at the beginning of the 16th century to replace a Romanesque building.
It goes from a flamboyant Gothic style for its oldest …

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20.6 km

View of Vézelay

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When you see it from here, you know what kind of climb awaits you

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21.7 km

Saint-Jacques d'Asquins church

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Very beautiful church with an interesting background. You can only get into the church if you call. The numbers are posted. The lady who takes care of this is there quickly and very polite.

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45.3 km

End point

Train Station

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