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Boulevard du Marais – Saint-Pierre Church of Cozes loop from Grézac
RoutesBike touring routes & trailsFranceNew AquitaineSaintesGrézac
Boulevard du Marais – Saint-Pierre Church of Cozes loop from Grézac
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Boulevard du Marais – Saint-Pierre Church of Cozes loop from Grézac
01:42
28.1km
140m
Cycling
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: July 8, 2026
Tips
Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route
After 13.2 km for 90 m
After 13.3 km for 74 m
Waypoints
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Start point
Parking
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181 m
Fable Relief on the South Façade of Saint-Symphorien Church in Grézac
Highlight • Religious Site
The Saint-Symphorien church in Grézac, which depended on the Abbey of Saint-Eutrope, was built in the 12th century. Unfortunately, only the north apse remains from the Romanesque period. The rest of the building dates from the 14th century. The decoration of this Romanesque apse is remarkable: one can admire in particular the beautiful capitals of interlacing and foliage. Despite its simple plan, the church is original in both its design and decoration.
Under the right apse, a vast crypt-ossuary is preserved, its vaults resting on benches arranged along the walls of the room and rising five meters high, resting in the center on a column. The latter bears a capital sculpted with monster heads and grimacing faces. At the base of the ribbed vaults, beautiful corbels and corner columns are sculpted with human faces or floral motifs.
The façade, whose iconographic arrangement is not original, is composed of plaster reliefs. One of them depicts four figures evoking the condemnation of Saint Symphorien to martyrdom. The latter was beheaded. Another depicts a Sagittarius brandishing his bow and chasing a deer. A third depicts two episodes from the well-known fable of the Fox and the Stork, which can be found on two capitals on the south façade of the church of Cozes.
The interior of the building is striking, particularly the northwest corner, which houses a plaster high relief likely dating from the 19th century. All the figures taking part in the scene of Christ's baptism are depicted almost life-size.
Under the right apse, a vast crypt-ossuary is preserved, its vaults resting on benches arranged along the walls of the room and rising five meters high, resting in the center on a column. The latter bears a capital sculpted with monster heads and grimacing faces. At the base of the ribbed vaults, beautiful corbels and corner columns are sculpted with human faces or floral motifs.
The façade, whose iconographic arrangement is not original, is composed of plaster reliefs. One of them depicts four figures evoking the condemnation of Saint Symphorien to martyrdom. The latter was beheaded. Another depicts a Sagittarius brandishing his bow and chasing a deer. A third depicts two episodes from the well-known fable of the Fox and the Stork, which can be found on two capitals on the south façade of the church of Cozes.
The interior of the building is striking, particularly the northwest corner, which houses a plaster high relief likely dating from the 19th century. All the figures taking part in the scene of Christ's baptism are depicted almost life-size.
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3.13 km
Capital of the Fable of the Fox and the Stork – Saint-Pierre Church of Cozes
Highlight • Religious Site
Originally dependent on the Augustan abbey of Mortagne-sur-Gironde, the church of Saint-Pierre de Cozes is now part of a group of bell towers: "Notre Dame de l'Estuaire".
This building erected in the 12th century was greatly altered over the following centuries: collapses, fires, destructions, reconstructions and enlargements followed one another, juxtaposing styles.
This building erected in the 12th century was greatly altered over the following centuries: collapses, fires, destructions, reconstructions and enlargements followed one another, juxtaposing styles.
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13.2 km
Sainte-Radegonde Church of Talmont-sur-Gironde
Highlight • Religious Site
Built from the 11th century on the cliff overlooking the Gironde estuary, this church is sometimes considered the archetype of the Saintonge Romanesque style.
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13.4 km
Port of Talmont
Highlight • Other
At the mouth of the narrow stream passing the Pré des Chartreux meadows the tiny fishing port of Talmont wedges into the protection provided by the rocky Talmont peninsula.
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14.0 km
Boulevard du Marais
Highlight (Segment) • Other
Boulevard du Marais offers both magnificent views of the coast and the Talmont marshes. We appreciate the contrast between the brackish meadows of the coast, the tamarisk hedges, the marshes and the salt-tolerant flora which adapts to humid environments.
Due to tidal variations, the landscape is constantly changing and is a constant source of wonder.
Due to tidal variations, the landscape is constantly changing and is a constant source of wonder.
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19.0 km
outlook
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7
25.1 km
Saint-Pierre Church of Cozes
Highlight • Religious Site
The project: Save the medieval church of Cozes
Support this restoration project for the Saint-Pierre church in Cozes, built from the 12th century onwards. Listed as a historic monument, this building is in a worrying state of preservation. In 2018, the building, which was suffering from a sagging roof and water infiltration, was closed; the rehabilitation work, estimated at €2.5 million, will have to be spread over several years.
In 2020, the church was one of twelve sites in Nouvelle-Aquitaine selected to benefit from the Heritage Lottery and will receive €140,000 from Stéphane Bern's Heritage Mission.
A first round of urgent work on the south aisle took place in 2020-2021. Thanks to donations, this initial preservation work has raised over €61,000.
A second phase of work will begin in September 2024 for the restoration of the bell tower and staircase turret.
"I am delighted to welcome you back for our sponsorship campaign for the restoration of the Saint-Pierre de Cozes church. Since 2020, your generosity has enabled significant progress in the preservation of this historic monument. Thanks to the support of over 200 donors (individuals, local and national businesses, foundations, etc.), we have achieved exceptional work together.
After the first urgent phase of work carried out in 2020-2021 on the south aisle, we must now focus our efforts on the second and third phases of work relating to the exterior restoration of the bell tower and staircase turret." This work, estimated to last approximately 18 months, starting in September 2024, requires a total budget of €1,017,500.
Our goal is to raise €100,000 in donations to supplement local government grants and ensure the completion of this crucial work.
I would also like to acknowledge the ephemeral works of art that have marked our sponsorship campaign: beach art by Jben, the Elise Bachour concert, the ice sculpture by the Lopez confectionery, and many other initiatives have attracted an ever-growing audience. The 7th grade students from Les Vielles Vignes middle school in Cozes also joined our cause: each of them created a drawing inspired by the fable of the Fox and the Stork to illustrate our fundraising campaign, and they created a large collective mural on the wall of their middle school, thus demonstrating their commitment to our heritage. As a local business, your participation is of paramount importance. By supporting our project, you strengthen your corporate social responsibility (CSR) and your civic image while developing a meaningful partnership with the municipality of Cozes.
Join us in this noble adventure that contributes to the preservation of our heritage, the local economy, and the attractiveness of our region!
With my sincere thanks.
Grazielle Bordage
Mayor of Cozes
Support this restoration project for the Saint-Pierre church in Cozes, built from the 12th century onwards. Listed as a historic monument, this building is in a worrying state of preservation. In 2018, the building, which was suffering from a sagging roof and water infiltration, was closed; the rehabilitation work, estimated at €2.5 million, will have to be spread over several years.
In 2020, the church was one of twelve sites in Nouvelle-Aquitaine selected to benefit from the Heritage Lottery and will receive €140,000 from Stéphane Bern's Heritage Mission.
A first round of urgent work on the south aisle took place in 2020-2021. Thanks to donations, this initial preservation work has raised over €61,000.
A second phase of work will begin in September 2024 for the restoration of the bell tower and staircase turret.
"I am delighted to welcome you back for our sponsorship campaign for the restoration of the Saint-Pierre de Cozes church. Since 2020, your generosity has enabled significant progress in the preservation of this historic monument. Thanks to the support of over 200 donors (individuals, local and national businesses, foundations, etc.), we have achieved exceptional work together.
After the first urgent phase of work carried out in 2020-2021 on the south aisle, we must now focus our efforts on the second and third phases of work relating to the exterior restoration of the bell tower and staircase turret." This work, estimated to last approximately 18 months, starting in September 2024, requires a total budget of €1,017,500.
Our goal is to raise €100,000 in donations to supplement local government grants and ensure the completion of this crucial work.
I would also like to acknowledge the ephemeral works of art that have marked our sponsorship campaign: beach art by Jben, the Elise Bachour concert, the ice sculpture by the Lopez confectionery, and many other initiatives have attracted an ever-growing audience. The 7th grade students from Les Vielles Vignes middle school in Cozes also joined our cause: each of them created a drawing inspired by the fable of the Fox and the Stork to illustrate our fundraising campaign, and they created a large collective mural on the wall of their middle school, thus demonstrating their commitment to our heritage. As a local business, your participation is of paramount importance. By supporting our project, you strengthen your corporate social responsibility (CSR) and your civic image while developing a meaningful partnership with the municipality of Cozes.
Join us in this noble adventure that contributes to the preservation of our heritage, the local economy, and the attractiveness of our region!
With my sincere thanks.
Grazielle Bordage
Mayor of Cozes
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28.1 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
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23.6 km
1.64 km
1.58 km
736 m
323 m
269 m
Surfaces
21.5 km
4.26 km
1.64 km
365 m
255 m
156 m
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