Saint-Martin-La-Plaine is a commune located in the Loire department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in central France. The area features a diverse landscape, characterized by pastoral countrysides, accessible quiet roads, and varied terrain suitable for outdoor activities. Its position within the broader Loire region provides access to riverine landscapes, agricultural lands, and woodlands, offering a mix of flat and gently rolling paths. This geographical composition supports several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, gravel biking, hiking, and jogging.
80
Routes
4.2
(195)
Average rating
1741
People visited

4.4
(5)
128
riders
53.9km
02:43
860m
860m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.9
(7)
111
riders
51.5km
02:39
890m
890m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.9
(10)
110
riders
47.0km
02:22
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

26
riders
70.0km
02:58
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.3
(20)
75
riders
30.7km
02:40
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
61
riders
49.3km
04:07
750m
750m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(19)
35
riders
41.8km
03:57
980m
980m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.9
(17)
35
riders
24.9km
02:02
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(13)
56
riders
73.7km
05:18
1,540m
1,540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
48
riders
48.5km
04:17
1,000m
1,000m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
36
riders
32.1km
02:54
710m
710m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
29
riders
49.3km
04:19
1,110m
1,110m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
(2)
10
riders
36.9km
03:13
990m
990m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
4
riders
32.1km
02:47
890m
890m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
27.8km
02:01
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
38.4km
02:50
660m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(2)
20
runners
6.83km
00:45
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

101
runners
21.6km
02:45
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
10.5km
01:15
200m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
11.4km
01:16
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
hikers
8.72km
02:23
130m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
7
hikers
22.3km
06:10
390m
390m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
8
hikers
23.0km
06:44
630m
630m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Martin-La-Plaine offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Hiking, and Jogging. The region features more than 45 routes across these sports. These activities allow exploration of the diverse landscapes, from pastoral countrysides to woodlands.
Saint-Martin-La-Plaine has attracted more than 12,000 visitors on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.44 stars from over 1,300 ratings. This indicates a well-regarded destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Saint-Martin-La-Plaine. These include guides for Road Cycling Routes, MTB Trails, Cycling, Gravel biking, Hiking, and Running Trails.
The broader Loire region, where Saint-Martin-La-Plaine is located, is known for its relatively flat terrain and picturesque routes. Cyclists can expect well-maintained, mostly paved surfaces and manageable elevation changes. This makes the area suitable for touring and road cycling.
While specific mountain biking trails directly within Saint-Martin-La-Plaine are not extensively documented, the wider Loire region features areas with trails and circuits. A fitness trail developed on an old railway line in Saint-Martin-La-Plaine itself suggests local paths suitable for casual off-road cycling. For more options, consult the MTB Trails around Saint-Martin-La-Plaine guide.
Saint-Martin-La-Plaine is notable for the Espace Zoologique de Saint-Martin-la-Plaine, a pioneering refuge for wild animals with a focus on primates. The commune also possesses a rich historical heritage, including an industrial past and architectural remnants like the 19th-century Château Plantier. The region offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural richness.
The region around Saint-Martin-La-Plaine features diverse landscapes. These include riverine areas due to proximity to the Loire River, extensive forests and woodlands, and agricultural lands with cultivated plateaus and orchards. These varied terrains offer different experiences for outdoor activities.
The Loire Valley, including areas around Saint-Martin-La-Plaine, is emerging as a destination for gravel cycling. Routes often feature unique gravel tracks made from 'Falun,' a fine white limestone. These paths wind through vineyards, countryside, and forests, providing varied conditions for gravel enthusiasts. More information can be found in the Gravel biking around Saint-Martin-La-Plaine guide.
Saint-Martin-La-Plaine offers numerous trails suitable for hiking. The surrounding forests and woodlands, part of the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Nature Park, provide shaded paths and varied terrain. Detailed routes are available in the Hiking around Saint-Martin-La-Plaine guide.
The official website for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Saint-Martin-la-Plaine is www.saintmartinlaplaine.fr. The phone number for the Mairie is +33477750725. These resources can provide local information and assistance.
The area is well-suited for touring cycling due to its extensive network of well-maintained paths and manageable elevation changes. Cyclists can explore at a leisurely pace, discovering historic towns and natural beauty. The Cycling around Saint-Martin-La-Plaine guide provides suitable routes.

