Virgin's Tower – Passerelle Marc-Seguin loop from Tain l'Hermitage - Tournon
Virgin's Tower – Passerelle Marc-Seguin loop from Tain l'Hermitage - Tournon
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Virgin's Tower – Passerelle Marc-Seguin loop from Tain l'Hermitage - Tournon
04:31
15.8km
350m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 22, 2026
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Temporary access restrictions
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After 12.9 km for 71 m
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Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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1.36 km
Market in Tournon-sur-Rhône
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1.88 km
Virgin's Tower
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3.09 km
Superb view of the Rhône and Tain l'Hermitage
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13.4 km
Tournon Loop - la bevedering de la Chapelle
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13.9 km
Saint Julien Church
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14.4 km
The Rhône and the Seguin footbridge
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However, the original footbridge underwent several transformations over time. It was first raised to allow the passage of steamships, and then a second footbridge was built by Marc Seguin in 1847, still following the principle of the iron cable suspension bridge. The two footbridges coexisted for a time, with the first used for pedestrian traffic and the second for road traffic.
Over time, as road traffic intensified, it became necessary to build a new bridge to facilitate circulation. Thus, the Gustave Toursier bridge was built in 1958. Located about 350 meters downstream from the Marc Seguin footbridge, this suspension bridge over 240 meters long comprises three spans. It is designed to support road traffic, thus facilitating exchanges between the two municipalities.
The current footbridge, inaugurated in 1972, is therefore the fourth of its name. It was designed to resemble the 1847 footbridge, while meeting safety standards and current needs.
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14.5 km
Tournon-sur-Rhône Castle and Museum
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14.8 km
Passerelle Marc-Seguin
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15.8 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.70 km
5.39 km
2.70 km
1.91 km
< 100 m
Surfaces
5.87 km
4.66 km
4.61 km
419 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (380 m)
Lowest point (120 m)
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Friday 10 July
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