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Pont-à-Bucy Loop


A road cycling route starting from Saint-Gobain

Embark on a road cycling loop through charming villages and picturesque landscapes

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Enter into the stunning landscapes of the Mont Guichet Regional Nature Park with this road cycling loop, covering a distance of 98 kilometers and featuring an ascent of 683 meters. Starting and ending at Saint-Gobain, this route takes you through a series of charming villages, such as Chevresis-Monceau and Barenton-Cel, offering glimpses of traditional Picardie architecture. Highlights along the way include Pont-à-Bucy, a scenic village with a beautiful bridge, and Housset, where you can admire picturesque medieval houses. Prepare for breathtaking vistas as you ride through Voyenne, and enjoy the peaceful ambiance in Bucy-lès-Cerny. Suitable for intermediate to advanced road cyclists, this loop offers a mix of challenging climbs, picturesque landscapes, and cultural attractions.

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98 km
683 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Saint-Gobain Village center
Saint-Gobain: Discover the beauty of Saint-Gobain - a haven for road and gravel cyclists.
Saint-Gobain, located in the Picardie region of France, offers a mix of road and gravel cycling opportunities. Cyclists can enjoy serene rides through picturesque countryside and gentle slopes. The town itself boasts a blend of historical architecture and modern amenities, providing a pleasant base for exploration. Notable cycling spots in the vicinity include nearby caves and abbeys dating back centuries. With its peaceful charm and diverse cycling terrain, Saint-Gobain is a great destination for cyclists looking to immerse themselves in both nature and history.
Pont-à-BucyHamlet
Pont-à-Bucy features a picturesque bridge that spans the canal, creating a charming scene along your road cycling journey.
Chevresis-MonceauVillage
As you pass through Chevresis-Monceau, take a moment to appreciate the village's well-preserved architecture and peaceful atmosphere.
HoussetVillage
Housset offers the chance to escape into medieval charms, admire its picturesque houses, and immerse yourself in history along this road cycling route.
VoyenneVillage
Voyenne provides breathtaking vistas of rolling hills and beautiful landscapes, creating a scenic highlight to appreciate as you cycle through the area.
Barenton-CelVillage
Barenton-Cel enchants with its quaint atmosphere and traditional architecture, inviting you to immerse yourself in the local culture as you pass through.
Bucy-lès-CernyVillage
Known for its peaceful ambiance, Bucy-lès-Cerny instills a sense of tranquility as you pedal through the village and admire its charming scenery.
Saint-GobainVillage
The village of Saint-Gobain, with its notable Château de Saint-Gobain, marks the start and end point of this road cycling loop, providing a touch of history and architectural charm to your journey.
Finish: Saint-Gobain Village center
Saint-Gobain: Discover the beauty of Saint-Gobain - a haven for road and gravel cyclists.

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