BV25-51 Double Feature

I love riding to both Fontainebleau and Provins, so combining them into a single route felt like an easy decision. The name “Double Feature” comes from the two headline destinations, but the ride also passes through several other towns and sections that rank among my favorites.

The first 82 km overlap with a few of my Fontainebleau routes. You head out along the Marne, climb up through Sucy-en-Brie, and make your way to the Forêt de Sénart, choosing the fully paved option rather than the gravel path. After Sénart, the route drops to the Seine and crosses it, continuing south through rolling farmland. At around 72 km you reach Barbizon, a town that shows up often in my routes for good reason. From there, you enter the Forêt de Fontainebleau and enjoy a scenic approach into the city. The route passes directly in front of the château, with plenty of options to resupply and refuel before continuing.

Leaving Fontainebleau, you cut through the southeastern part of the forest on the way to Moret-sur-Loing. Most of my routes approach Moret from the opposite direction, but this way offers a great view of the old city gates. After crossing the bridge, you can still stop and look back to get the classic view you normally see when riding in from the other side.

From Moret, the route follows the Seine before cutting east toward Provins. This section is mostly flat and covers about 40 km, so it goes by quickly. After another short northward stretch, you approach Provins from the south. The route rolls through the town, then turns left and climbs up to the medieval center. The gradient is punchy but the climb is short, and if you’ve made it this far, it’s well worth the effort. From there, the route drops back down to the train station, where you can catch Line P for €2.50 and be back in Paris in about an hour and fifteen minutes.

Fontainebleau and Provins are both great rides on their own, but sometimes it’s nice to turn them into a longer adventure. This route strings together many of my favorite roads, towns, and forests, and makes for a satisfying day out on the bike.

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