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Chenonceau Castle – The Banks of the Cher loop from Chenonceaux

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Chenonceau Castle – The Banks of the Cher loop from Chenonceaux

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Chenonceau Castle – The Banks of the Cher loop from Chenonceaux

01:30

24.8km

110m

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: June 19, 2026

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Parking

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2.31 km

Superb view of the Château de Chenonceau

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It goes on gravel, but if you are careful it can be done for a few meters on the way to see the castle from its best point of view!

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Chenonceau Castle

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Whether or not you visit the Chateau de Chenonceau, I highly recommend taking a short walk around the area to the opposite bank of the Cher and the castle grounds, …

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View of Chenonceau Castle from the cycle path

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Chenonceau Castle has the unique feature of being built partly on a bridge spanning the Cher River. It was Catherine de Medici who, wishing to have sumptuous parties, was at …

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3.93 km

Bar at the campsite

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One of the few places to stop directly on the river

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5.26 km

The Fortified Mill of Chisseaux

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This mysterious building located on an island in the middle of the Cher is the Moulin Fort de Chisseaux. It was built in the 16th century by Adam de Hodon …

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6.20 km

The Banks of the Cher

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Pleasant and peaceful place to hike by bike or on foot.

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12.5 km

The construction of the Montrichard bridge which spans the Cher dates back to the 12th century. On its eastern facade, it is still possible to observe its sharp forepeaks, defensive elements typical of bridges from the Middle Ages.

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24.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.2 km

4.50 km

3.03 km

1.81 km

1.57 km

338 m

312 m

Surfaces

11.0 km

10.1 km

1.83 km

956 m

867 m

Elevation

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Saturday 4 July

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15°C

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Chenonceau Castle – The Banks of the Cher loop from Chenonceaux

Superb view of the Château de Chenonceau

Chenonceau Castle

View of Chenonceau Castle from the cycle path

Bridge over the Cher River

Bar at the campsite

The Fortified Mill of Chisseaux

The Banks of the Cher

Pont de Montrichard

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