Bois de Ballan – View of the Loire River loop from Europe

France

Centre-Val de Loire

Bois de Ballan – View of the Loire River loop from Europe

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Bois de Ballan – View of the Loire River loop from Europe

06:15

98.2km

530m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 94.5 km for 57 m

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3.24 km

Pont Wilson, Tours

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The Wilson Bridge, built between 1765 and 1778, is the oldest bridge in Tours. Made up of 15 arches, it is 434 meters long and spans the Loire. The people of Tourange call it the Stone Bridge.

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3.44 km

The most beautiful cycle path in Tours. The Wilson bridge is now free of all motorized traffic, the road has become a track and offers a superb panorama of the Loire, without the sound of motors or horns. Gorgeous !

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3.81 km

Site Anatole France

Archaeological Site

8.15 km

Le Petit Cher

Lake

15.1 km

Bois de la Salle

Forest

18.4 km

Bois de Ballan

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very nice passage in the forest

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19.1 km

Bois des Touches

Forest

28.3 km

Cave Entrance

29.9 km

Gardens of the Château de Villandry

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The Château de Villandry, whose construction began in the 16th century, is particularly known for its gardens, which cover more than six hectares spread over four levels. The castle is …

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30.1 km

Villandry

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Pretty village known for the Château de Villandry and its gardens. Village square with several cafes and restaurants.

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37.1 km

View of the Loire River

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Excellent viewpoint over the wild Loire on the Loire à Vélo between Villandry and Bréhémont. You can see the Langeais bridge, an Eiffel bridge.

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61.3 km

The Azay Mill

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Situated on the banks of the Indre, from the bridge you have a beautiful view of the site and the beautiful 16th century mill.

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61.4 km

Azay-le-Rideau Mill

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Nestled on the banks of the Indre, a stone's throw from the city center and the castle,
this beautiful 16th century mill visible from the bridge which spans an arm …

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88.6 km

Espace naturel sensible du bocage de la Gloriette

Nature Reserve

98.2 km

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