Day 3: Montbard to Tonnerre

July7

Day 3 was good, an easy ride and full of sunshine. I saw a ton of cranes, a lot of old quarry sites, a lot of ruins from when the canal was busier, and a lot of old manor/farmhouses.

I stopped in Tonnerre which is a pretty cool city. It blows my mind that the population in 1793 was roughly the same as today… although I am guessing the city is much much older right now.

When you see the huge natural springs below be sure to read up on it as it has a cool history, it is called the Fosse Dionne. Also, check out this amazing story about this man/female famous spy who was born in this town called Chevalier d’Éon. Crazy story!

Ride stats?

35 miles / 56 km
Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
Avg MPH: 13.3
Average heart rate: 117
Elevation gain: 89 feet
Elevation drop: 325 feet
Average temp: 80F

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