Circuit Gravel / Bikepacking - Angers, an escape between the Loire and the tuffeau stone

Cycling sports
Gravel bike route

7 Place du Président Kennedy, 49100 Angers

22h
Hard

DepartureAngers
Points of interest27
Distance275.0 km

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Visitor alert
Angers and the surrounding area, with its rich confluence of landscapes, are sometimes subject to flooding. Some paths may be temporarily impassable, so please remain vigilant.

Under no circumstances may this tour or the associated GPX track be shared without mentioning Destination Angers.

Circuit Gravel / Bikepacking - Angers, an escape between the Loire and the land of tufa

Looking for something a little more sporty and free? Why not try your hand at bikepacking? The idea is to pack your own bike or rent one specially designed for a light adventure! All you need is a bike, a few panniers and a thirst for discovery, and you're ready to discover the exceptional playground offered by Anjou.

Leaving from Angers, set off on a cycling adventure between the Loire and the land of tuffeau. A 275 km exploration, over 2 or 3 days, that promises a great sporting experience in the heart of a remarkable natural environment.

Itinerary :
275 km circuit - Gravel or all-terrain bikes recommended - difficult level. Very good physical condition required.

Be vigilant at major junctions and plan your itinerary well in advance, as there is limited accommodation north of the Loire.

Open, unmarked trail, self-guided:
- Starting point: Place Kennedy, Angers (in front of the Tourist Office)
- Public transport stop (tramway and train) less than 500m from starting point.
- Elevation gain: 1300m
- Facing: East and South-East of Angers
- Recommended period: March to November
- Tour not passable during flood season
- Recommended duration: 2 to 3 days

Recommended overnight stops: Brissac-Quincé, Gennes-Val-de-Loire, Saumur, Baugé-en-Anjou, Beaufort-en-Anjou

Accommodation in Brissac-Quincé: camping de l'étang
Accommodation in Gennes-Val-de-Loire: Hôtel La Longue Vue, Camping au bord de Loire, Domaine de Joreau, Hôtel Le Loire, Chambres d'hôtes Domaine de l'Oie Rouge
Accommodation in Saumur: Domaine équestre de la Chênaie, Hôtel Les Terasses de Saumur, Hôtel Le Canter, Camping Flower ile d'Offard
Accommodation in Turquant: bed and breakfast au Tuffeau
Accommodation in Baugé-en-Anjou: camping du pont des fées, Logis de la Chouette bed and breakfast
Accommodation in Beaufort-en-Anjou : bed and breakfast au fil de l'eau

Plain text period

From 31/03 to 30/11 daily.
Risk of flooding between December and March.

Documentation

Map of major cycle/gravel routes and loops in a...

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