Saclay Pond – Côte de la Vacheresse loop from Meudon

Saclay Pond – Côte de la Vacheresse loop from Meudon

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Saclay Pond – Côte de la Vacheresse loop from Meudon

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97.9km

1,020m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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Parc naturel régional de la Haute Vallée de Chevreuse

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Start point

Train Station

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10.6 km

On the Dead Man's Hill

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The coast of the dead man which brings you back from Jouy-en-Josas to Velizy (its name comes from the wood which surrounds the road and not from the average percentage …

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14.3 km

Saclay Pond

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Two very beautiful ponds on a road that takes you either to Saclay or to Jouy-en-Josas. The detour to this haven of peace is worth it.

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18.6 km

Belle Image Hill

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Shaded side and easy to do. On the other hand a lot of cars.

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29.5 km

Janvry Castle

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Private castle; a pretty alley leads there.

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29.7 km

Janvry Fountain

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Nice little village to see

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37.5 km

Château de Courson

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Typical "brick and stone" castle in the Paris region with a beautiful English garden

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71.1 km

Côte de la Vacheresse

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Low traffic road. 👍

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83.7 km

Buc Aqueduct (arcades)

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580 meters long and 24 meters high, this aqueduct was used to supply the fountains of the Palace of Versailles. A magical place a few steps from Paris!

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