Confluence Cycle Route

Path of Confluences

Confluence Cycle Route

A collection of 4 cycling routes.

Overview

About this collection

A flexible, city-friendly ride that links together cycleways and calm streets, with a few shared pedestrian zones in the mix. Most of it is smooth and paved, with short stretches of gravel, ground, and the odd cobblestone. A hybrid or road bike with comfy tires is ideal.

It’s not mountain steep, but it isn’t pancake flat either—expect some rolling sections and a few climbs, roughly 560 m of gain across the full collection. You’ll also hit the occasional busy road connector, so stay alert there.

What to expect:

  • Mostly asphalt and concrete, plus brief gravel bits
  • A good share of quiet roads and dedicated bike paths
  • Some pedestrian areas and paths where you’ll need to slow down

There’s no fixed start—jump in anywhere and ride a section or stitch a longer loop. Great for a casual half-day spin, errands, or exploring new corners of town. Bring a bell and basic lights, and keep the map handy as signage can vary.

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Routes
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Duration
46.5 km
Distance
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Avg. speed
568 m
Ascent
562 m
Descent
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Confluence Cycle Route

Routes in this collection

All 4 routes in this collection can be opened on the map or in the Bikemap App for more details, where you can adjust them in the route planner, or download them as GPX or KML file. Use them as a template for planning your own rides, or let Bikemap navigate you along them directly.

Official

Voie des confluences: Unieux – Saint-Étienne

Cycling route in Unieux, Auvergne-RhĂ´ne-Alpes, France

From Unieux by the Ondaine/Loire confluence, roll up the valley to Saint-Étienne on mostly paved quiet roads and greenways. About 25 km with ~400 m of climbing—steady rather than steep. Expect a mix of cycleway and calm streets, with a few short ramps near town. Nice river views leaving Unieux; fin…
25.3 km
Distance
389 m
Ascent
329 m
Descent
Official

Voie des confluences: La Grand-Croix → Saint-Chamond

Cycling route in La Grand-Croix, Auvergne-RhĂ´ne-Alpes, France

Start in La Grand-Croix and cruise toward Saint-Chamond along the Gier valley. It’s about 12 km, mostly on quiet roads and cycleways, with a few gentle bumps and a nice net downhill into town. Easy ride for a relaxed outing or a quick commute. Finish in Saint‑Chamond’s center—perfect spot for a cof…
11.6 km
Distance
122 m
Ascent
184 m
Descent
Official

Voie des confluences

Cycling route in Givors, Auvergne-RhĂ´ne-Alpes, France

A short spin in Givors on the Voie des Confluences. It starts and ends in town, skirting the Rhone–Gier confluence on a mix of path and quiet roads. About 2.5 km with barely any climbing, mostly gravel/unpaved, so a hybrid or gravel bike feels right. Perfect for a quick leg-stretcher, a family roll…
2.5 km
Distance
3 m
Ascent
13 m
Descent
Official

Voie des confluences

Cycling route in Montagny, Auvergne-RhĂ´ne-Alpes, France

From Montagny to Brignais along the Voie des confluences. About 7 km with a gentle 55 m of climb, mostly on gravel and unpaved paths with some quiet roads. Easygoing and short—great for a quick spin or a family outing on wider tires. Start in hillside Montagny and roll into Brignais for a coffee.
7.1 km
Distance
55 m
Ascent
35 m
Descent