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Stage of the Camino

The City of Wood

From París To La Ville-du-Bois

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Origin

París

Destination

La Ville-du-Bois

Distance

36.00 km

Duration

12.00 h

Difficulty

Media

Descent

80 m

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Stage Description

This stage culminates in the monumental city of Tours, the heart of the Via Turonensis and Loire Valley. The route is long and demanding, but the profile eases as it approaches the Loire Valley. Arrival at Tours, with its impressive Gothic cathedral, old town, and St Martin's tomb, is a spectacular stage finish. It is a grueling day that is widely rewarded with a first-class destination.
The Château-Renault to Tours stage is a 36km long journey that ends in the monumental city of Tours. The route starts at Château-Renault (130m) and follows a mostly descending profile, with some undulations, until the city of Tours (50m). The route passes through a beautiful landscape, with forests and fields of cultivation. It is an demanding walk due to its length, but it rewards with the beauty of its scenery and the monumentality of the destination. Arrival in Tours is a moment of great excitement. The city, with its impressive Gothic cathedral, old town, and St Martin's tomb, is a masterpiece of architecture. Its heritage and lively atmosphere make it one of the most important stops on the route. It is a demanding stage that is rewarded with a monumental finish.

Last updated: 18/08/2025

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