Burgundy by Bike

Tour of Burgundy by Bike

Burgundy by Bike

A collection of 22 cycling routes.

Overview

About this collection

A laid‑back loop through the heart of Burgundy, this collection links canals, vineyards, river valleys, and historic towns in one go. You’ll roll mostly on smooth, paved greenways and cycleways, with quiet country roads in between and the odd short stretch of gravel. It’s perfect for relaxed touring—ride the whole thing as a multi‑day adventure or dip into easy canal sections for shorter outings.

Expect gentle riding along the water with occasional climbs between valleys to mix it up. Surfaces lean heavily to asphalt, so it’s fast and friendly; the unpaved bits are generally mellow. Bring a comfy touring setup and take your time.

Highlights? Shady towpaths, vineyard horizons, riverside picnics, and plenty of chances to refuel on local cheese, mustard, and pastries. You can start anywhere and ride in either direction—just stitch together the sections that fit your plans. Slow travel at its best: Burgundy really shines from the saddle.

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Routes
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Duration
670.5 km
Distance
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Avg. speed
3,417 m
Ascent
3,409 m
Descent

Burgundy by Bike

Routes in this collection

All 22 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.

Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo (Migennes - Auxerre)
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Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo (Migennes - Auxerre)

Cycling route in Migennes, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

Follow the Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo from Migennes to Auxerre along the Yonne and canal-side paths. It’s a gentle 23 km spin with small climbs, mostly on quiet roads and paths, with some gravel sections—wider tires help. Start by the Canal de Bourgogne in Migennes and roll into Auxerre’s riverside o…
23.1 km
Distance
73 m
Ascent
48 m
Descent
Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo – Canal du Nivernais: Augy → Auxerre
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Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo – Canal du Nivernais: Augy → Auxerre

Cycling route in Augy, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

Short section along the Canal du Nivernais, from Augy to Auxerre. About 4 km almost flat, mostly on quiet roads and bike paths—ideal for warming up or riding with family. The route follows the Yonne and the canal before reaching Auxerre, its old town and its quays perfect for a break.
3.9 km
Distance
16 m
Ascent
10 m
Descent
Canal du Nivernais: Augy – Clamecy (Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo)
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Canal du Nivernais: Augy – Clamecy (Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo)

Cycling route in Augy, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

From Augy, follow the Canal du Nivernais on the Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo cycle route. The route is mainly on a well-paved, quiet greenway, passing vineyards of the Auxerrois, banks of the Yonne and locks. It’s about 77 km, with a fairly gentle profile and a few small climbs. You finish in Clamecy, …
77.3 km
Distance
437 m
Ascent
366 m
Descent
Canal du Nivernais: Cercy-la-Tour to Clamecy (Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo)
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Canal du Nivernais: Cercy-la-Tour to Clamecy (Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo)

Cycling route in Cercy-la-Tour, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

Roll from Cercy-la-Tour to Clamecy along the Canal du Nivernais on the Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo. It’s about 81 km of mostly paved cycleway with gentle ups and downs, towpaths, locks, and quiet villages. Expect smooth riding (around 90% paved, 77% on dedicated paths) and canal views the whole way. F…
80.7 km
Distance
452 m
Ascent
421 m
Descent
Canal du Nivernais: Decize – Cercy-la-Tour (Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo)
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Canal du Nivernais: Decize – Cercy-la-Tour (Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo)

Cycling route in Decize, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

A short ride along the Canal du Nivernais, from Decize to Cercy-la-Tour. About 11 km on a nearly fully asphalted and very flat greenway — perfect for a relaxed ride by the water, between locks and boats. Departure from the fluvial area of Decize, peaceful arrival at Cercy-la-Tour, in the heart of t…
11.1 km
Distance
10 m
Ascent
17 m
Descent
Decize – Decize (Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo)
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Decize – Decize (Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo)

Cycling route in Decize, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

Short section of the Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo starting from Decize, at the confluence of the Loire and the Aron. About 10 km on quiet roads, almost flat (~43 m elevation gain), perfect for warming up or a quick ride. The route follows the Loire and the canals with some paved sections. Arrival at De…
10.2 km
Distance
43 m
Ascent
40 m
Descent
Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo: La Motte-Saint-Jean - Decize
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Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo: La Motte-Saint-Jean - Decize

Cycling route in La Motte-Saint-Jean, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

Start from La Motte-Saint-Jean (near Digoin) and follow the Loire to Decize on the Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo. Approximately 69 km, mostly on quiet roads, with some stretches of paths and towpaths, and rare busier sections. There are some climbs, but it remains rideable. Between the Loire and the can…
68.8 km
Distance
739 m
Ascent
621 m
Descent
Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo: Digoin - La Motte-Saint-Jean
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Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo: Digoin - La Motte-Saint-Jean

Cycling route in Digoin, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

A short hop on the Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo from canal-rich Digoin to La Motte-Saint-Jean. It’s about 5.5 km with an easy downhill, mostly on quiet roads. Roll out by the Loire and local canals, then cruise into the countryside toward La Motte-Saint-Jean. Perfect as a warm-up or quick transfer betw…
5.5 km
Distance
13 m
Ascent
96 m
Descent
Canal du Centre: Digoin – Digoin (Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo)
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Canal du Centre: Digoin – Digoin (Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo)

Cycling route in Digoin, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

A small ride along the Canal du Centre in Digoin, on the Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo route. About 4.4 km completely flat, mostly on an asphalted greenway, perfect for stretching your legs or cycling with the family. Digoin is a real crossroads of canals, with the famous canal bridge nearby and the Loi…
4.4 km
Distance
6 m
Ascent
3 m
Descent
Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo: Digoin to Saint-Vallier (Canal du Centre)
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Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo: Digoin to Saint-Vallier (Canal du Centre)

Cycling route in Digoin, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

Roll out from Digoin by the Pont-Canal and follow the Canal du Centre toward Saint‑Vallier. It’s a ~51 km ride on mostly quiet roads and canal-side paths, with a few gentle climbs through Saône‑et‑Loire’s countryside. Expect locks, bridges, and easy navigation, plus cafés in canal towns en route. F…
50.6 km
Distance
430 m
Ascent
331 m
Descent
Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo - Canal du Centre: Saint-Vallier to Chagny
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Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo - Canal du Centre: Saint-Vallier to Chagny

Cycling route in Saint-Vallier, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

Follow the Canal du Centre from Saint-Vallier toward the Côte de Beaune, rolling about 44 km on towpaths and quiet lanes. It’s mostly flat with a gentle downhill into Chagny, dotted with locks and sleepy villages. Saint-Vallier sits in the old mining basin near Montceau; Chagny is a gateway to Burg…
44.2 km
Distance
127 m
Ascent
238 m
Descent
Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo: Chagny to Chagny (Voie des Vignes)
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Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo: Chagny to Chagny (Voie des Vignes)

Cycling route in Chagny, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

Easy spin in Chagny on the Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo, mostly paved and on quiet roads. A short 3.2 km link with gentle ups and downs, ideal for a warm-up or family ride. Expect vineyard views and a taste of the Voie des Vignes. Starts and ends in town, handy for cafés and the Canal du Centre nearby.
3.2 km
Distance
18 m
Ascent
26 m
Descent