Avessac, a region in the Loire-Atlantique department of Pays de la Loire, France, offers diverse landscapes suitable for various outdoor pursuits. The area is characterized by its marshlands, river banks, and a network of trails, providing a compelling setting for activities such as touring cycling, gravel biking, mountain biking, hiking, and more. Its natural environment, including the Vilaine River and the Nantes-Brest Canal, forms a backdrop for exploration.
Avessac provides opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts with…
87
Routes
4.4
(118)
Average rating
1093
People visited

4.0
(1)
3
riders
14.5km
01:06
70m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(11)
72
riders
33.7km
02:03
100m
90m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
24
riders
97.5km
06:04
390m
390m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
23
riders
45.5km
03:31
420m
420m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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2
riders
102km
04:41
900m
900m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
71
riders
128km
05:49
560m
560m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(3)
18
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.7
(3)
15
riders
46.6km
01:56
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.4
(5)
70
riders
70.1km
03:33
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
36
riders
27.6km
01:24
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(10)
45
riders
69.3km
03:59
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
52
riders
66.4km
03:29
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29
runners
17.4km
02:04
220m
220m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
runners
9.82km
01:01
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
15.4km
01:41
140m
140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
11.1km
01:10
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(4)
48
riders
34.0km
02:51
380m
380m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
(1)
35
riders
35.4km
02:56
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
17
riders
41.0km
03:06
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(4)
13
riders
49.8km
03:20
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.3
(3)
24
hikers
7.68km
01:59
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
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8
hikers
8.74km
02:17
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
10
hikers
4.84km
01:16
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
9
hikers
11.0km
02:57
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Avessac offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region features more than 30 routes across these sports. Over 12,000 visitors have explored Avessac, with routes receiving an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars.
Avessac is popular for Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Road cycling. The area's towpaths along the Vilaine River and the Nantes-Brest Canal are suitable for relaxed touring. Varied terrain supports gravel biking, and specific guides are available for Cycling around Avessac and Road Cycling Routes around Avessac.
Yes, Avessac features several hiking trails, including sections of the GR de Pays des Trois Rivières. This long-distance trail spans 85 miles (137 km) and has an elevation gain of 4,265 feet (1300m). The "Circuit faune et flore" through the Avessac marshes also offers opportunities to observe wildlife. A guide for Hiking around Avessac is available.
Avessac is characterized by its marshlands, the Vilaine River, and the Nantes-Brest Canal. These waterways offer peaceful routes for cycling and walking along their towpaths. The "Rocher du Veau" is another notable natural feature accessible via cycling circuits. The region's diverse landscapes support rich flora and fauna.
Yes, cyclists and hikers can discover historical patrimony in Avessac. A notable site is a lime kiln (four à chaux), which is one of only 11 still visible in the Grand Ouest region. The towpaths along the Nantes-Brest Canal also represent historical waterways, originally built in the 18th century.
Avessac offers opportunities for mountain biking, with 1 to 5 routes specifically categorized for MTB or easy MTB. While extensive technical parks are not detailed, the broader Loire-Atlantique department features various trails. A guide for MTB Trails around Avessac is available.
Avessac offers routes suitable for various skill levels, from leisurely touring along canal towpaths to more varied terrain for gravel biking. The GR de Pays des Trois Rivières is a long-distance hiking trail, indicating options for more experienced hikers. The average rating of 4.42 stars suggests a generally positive experience across different difficulties.
There are 37 routes available in Avessac on komoot. These routes cover various sports including hiking, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, and touring cycling. The community has rated these routes an average of 4.42 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Avessac, including Cycling around Avessac, Gravel biking around Avessac, and Hiking around Avessac. Other guides cover MTB Trails around Avessac, Road Cycling Routes around Avessac, and Running Trails around Avessac.
Official information about Avessac can be found on the Mairie d'Avessac website. The official website is www.mairie-avessac.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie d'Avessac can be reached by phone at +33 (0)2 99 91 00 87.
The towpaths along the Vilaine River and the Nantes-Brest Canal provide peaceful and relatively flat routes suitable for family cycling. These paths offer a relaxed environment to enjoy the natural calm and historical waterways. Specific routes designed for families can be found within the general cycling guides for the area.

