Gurgy diversion lock – Paul Bert Bridge loop from Auxerre Saint-Gervais

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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Gurgy diversion lock – Paul Bert Bridge loop from Auxerre Saint-Gervais

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Gurgy diversion lock – Paul Bert Bridge loop from Auxerre Saint-Gervais

02:59

43.0km

80m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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 11, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

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After 42.7 km for 330 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.63 km

View of Auxerre and Saint-Étienne Cathedral from the Bridge

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There is a good view of the riverside city from here and from the other bridges.

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12.0 km

Start of the Gurgy diversion

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Here the Yonne flows off to the left and the canal continues straight ahead.

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15.8 km

Gurgy diversion lock

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The Dérivation de Gurgy is a short stretch of canal which makes some loops of the Yonne navigable and shortens it. the cycle path along the Yonne leads along it.

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17.5 km

Cycle path along the Yonne in Chemilly-sur-Yonne

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In this area, the cycle path along the Yonne is paved with asphalt which is in excellent condition. It is a dream to drive here, because you can enjoy the …

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21.7 km

Étang de Bonnard

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Nice well marked path on foot or by bike to go up the Yonne left bank

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30.7 km

Auxerre Cathedral

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The view from the Yonne river is amazing.

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41.8 km

Paul Bert Bridge

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From this bridge you will have a breathtaking view of Auxerre.

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43.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.0 km

10.1 km

9.87 km

5.16 km

4.49 km

739 m

598 m

Surfaces

18.9 km

12.4 km

8.58 km

2.92 km

211 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 13 October

23°C

9°C

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Comments

July 31, 2024,Fahrradtour nach Auxerre

The pedestrian area of the old town has many half-timbered houses, some of which are decorated with beautiful carved figures.

Auxerre on the Yvonne is a city of art and history and a former episcopal city. It has several majestic religious buildings.

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