Today, I tried for the first time the application @urbirun . It is an application that allows us to visit a city while running.
And what better than to try it for the 1st time in my own city ?
Well my verdict is I totally like it, it is really great ! I will definitely be using it when visiting other cities !
So, what do I like about it ?
The path I tried was very lovely, and full of lovely surprises / spots. I didn’t get bored, even not for a little second ! This means the paths are well studied, and that’s the crucial point I guess for such an application ! Now I know I can be confident when using it in other cities ☺️
The ease of use: Almost everything is automated, and the only thing I had to do is to carry my phone in my hand ! (The application detects everything automatically, there is not even a start button
Everything is so precise and so detailed ! One can’t get lost! ☺️ the GPS is so precise, and the application even tells you when you have to cross the street or climb some stairs. you won’t need at any point to question yourself « Do I need to go this way, or this way? »
The application is almost for free! For Paris, there is only one payant path on 4 available paths. And it is a ridiculous 1 euro for the full experience ! So it is for free
Finally, the information they provide is interesting, and there are even some funny jokes (like the one about the Parisian dogs
I learnt many things about my city, and it was even my first time in Parc de Bercy ! It is actually a lovely Park , and I didn’t imagine it is so big!
So, as a conclusion, it is a Big well-deserved five stars for me !
*Read the original comment here in instagram @sweet_spot_runner
Run in Paris - Eastern Paris, and Green Promenade
Paris, distance: 11.9km
Bastille Opera House Esplanade, direction Rue de Lyon
Like all urbirun routes, you can start wherever you like. Pay attention to the direction of the tour.
This route will enchant you from the tree-lined Green Promenade, which replaces an unused railway line, to the refined elegance of the Simone de Beauvoir footbridge. You will pass by the shores of Daumesnil lake, run through the charming Bercy Village and the adjacent park. Experience a little more secret Paris, a little greener, away from the tourist classics. You will be conquered.
Attention : Green Viaduct Promenade schedule from 8/9am to 7.30/9.30pm depending on season.
NB : if you are unsure, check your position on the map and the track.
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Many other sightrunning tours are available in Paris, as gpx. files. Feel free to visit the urbirun's gpx boutique.
Find all Urbirun routes in GPX format in the Urbirun GPX boutique!
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