Paul Bert Bridge – Clock Tower loop from Auxerre

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Paul Bert Bridge – Clock Tower loop from Auxerre

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Paul Bert Bridge – Clock Tower loop from Auxerre

03:55

14.8km

150m

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: August 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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581 m

Arquebuse Square

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A large market takes place here on Thursdays. The detached house with the small park in front of it is remarkable.

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12.4 km

Batardeau Lock

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The Bartardeau lock on the Nivermais canal, near the pleasure island (L'Île aux Plaisirs). Here you will find many old photos of the lock system with explanations.

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12.9 km

Paul Bert Bridge

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

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13.1 km

View of Auxerre and the Yonne River

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The French city of Auxerre is considered the gateway to Burgundy and is situated on the River Yvonne, in the heart of the Auxerrois wine region. The banks of the …

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13.1 km

Statue of Paul Bert

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On the bridge of the Route Nationale 151 is the monument of the natural scientist Paul Bert, who was born in Auxerre in 1833.

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14.0 km

Clock Tower

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The original tower, also called Tour Gaillarde, was part of a Gallo-Roman fortification and was often restored, expanded and elevated over the centuries. A city gate was built based on …

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14.2 km

Place Surugue and Cadet Roussel Fountain

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A very popular place among tourists. Wonderfully beautiful, old half-timbered houses with cafes and restaurants.
There is a fountain in the square that is reminiscent of the famous French folk …

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14.4 km

Saint-Eusèbe Church of Auxerre

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The church of St. Eusèbe was formerly a monastery founded in the 12th century. Now it is a parish church.
The Romanesque bell tower dates from the 12th century.
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14.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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