Wilson Bridge – Basilica of Saint Martin loop from Fondettes - Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire

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Wilson Bridge – Basilica of Saint Martin loop from Fondettes - Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire

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Wilson Bridge – Basilica of Saint Martin loop from Fondettes - Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire

06:04

23.6km

110m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Espace Naturel Sensible du Val de Choisille

Arrêté de protection de biotope du site de reproduction de sternes à Tours

Natura 2000 de la Loire de Candes Saint Martin à Mosnes

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Perraudière Park

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The Perraudière park, a green setting facing the Loire, is one of the relaxing walks in the Touraine area. Designed at the end of the 19th century, it accommodates on …

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Hôtel Goüin

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15th century private mansion, it hosts temporary exhibitions on various subjects. The renaissance facade is visible from the street, even when the building is closed.

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5.36 km

Wilson Bridge

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The Wilson Bridge, built between 1765 and 1778, is the oldest bridge in Tours. It consists of 15 arches, is 434 meters long and spans the Loire.

Named after Woodrow …

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11.1 km

Le Petit Cher

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Heurteloup Boulevard

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Boulevard Heurteloup is one of the main axes of the city of Tours, leading directly from the A10 motorway to Place Jean Jaurès. It bears the name of Baron Nicolas …

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18.4 km

Opéra de Tours - Grand Théâtre

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The Grand Théâtre de Tours houses the Opéra de Tours and was built on the former church of the Cordeliers.

In 1796, the church was transformed into an 800-seat theatre. …

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19.1 km

Basilica of Saint Martin

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An emblematic monument of the city of Tours, the Saint-Martin basilica is the work of the architect Victor Laloux (to whom the city also owes the city hall and the …

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19.2 km

Tour Charlemagne

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The Basilica and the Abbey of Saint-Martin de Tours in Tours, as the tomb of St. Martin of Tours, was one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites for more …

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19.5 km