Rolling out of Luxembourg’s sandstone ridges, the route crosses into France and quickly joins the Moselle River valley. The terrain transitions into long, flat stretches along quiet canal paths and the dedicated Voie Bleue greenway. Fast, efficient rolling defines the morning as the track cuts into the historic region of Lorraine.
The absolute mid-way highlight is Metz. The route navigates directly past the towering, yellow jaumont limestone walls of the Gothic Saint-Étienne Cathedral.
Continuing south, the river path winds through peaceful wetlands, tracing old industrial waterways. The day reaches a spectacular conclusion in Nancy. section ends directly amidst the breathtaking, gold-leaf iron gates of the UNESCO-listed Place Stanislas.
