Les Essards is a region in Charente-Maritime, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, characterized by its diverse and unspoilt landscapes. The area features a mix of forests, meadows, and waterways, offering a varied terrain suitable for outdoor pursuits. This natural setting provides a backdrop for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more, making Les Essards a destination for those seeking active experiences.
Les Essards offers a variety of outdoor activities and routes for enthusiasts.…
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Average rating
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3.5
(11)
26
hikers
5.72km
01:32
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(8)
27
hikers
12.1km
03:15
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
9
hikers
6.57km
01:50
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
hikers
10.1km
02:40
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(5)
19
riders
38.9km
02:59
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
7
riders
28.5km
02:13
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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3
riders
33.7km
02:51
570m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
3
riders
31.5km
02:27
450m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
riders
33.7km
02:03
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
47.3km
03:05
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
(1)
6
riders
12.0km
00:43
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
6
riders
11.7km
00:41
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
riders
71.0km
03:01
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
riders
26.2km
01:13
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5
riders
46.4km
02:15
430m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5
riders
31.1km
01:25
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3
runners
10.4km
01:05
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
5.51km
00:37
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
4.20km
00:26
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
4.20km
00:26
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
26.9km
01:56
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
riders
16.3km
01:03
180m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
23.6km
01:46
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
1
riders
27.8km
01:55
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Les Essards offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 8 routes across these sports. More than 1,000 visitors have explored these routes, which have an average rating of 4.26 out of 5 stars.
Yes, hiking is a popular activity in Les Essards. The area offers several trails, such as the 'Circuit de randonnée des collines des Essards,' which provides diverse landscapes. For more detailed information on hiking options, refer to the Hiking around Les Essards guide.
Les Essards is well-suited for various cycling activities, including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. Routes cater to different fitness levels, with options on both paved and unpaved surfaces. Specific guides are available for each cycling discipline to help plan trips.
Yes, mountain biking is an available activity in Les Essards. The region provides trails that can range in difficulty, with some routes potentially requiring pushing bikes in challenging segments. Information on specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Les Essards guide.
Road cycling is an option in Les Essards, with routes available on paved surfaces. These routes cater to various fitness levels, from easier rides to more demanding ones. For detailed route planning, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Les Essards guide.
Les Essards is characterized by diverse and unspoilt landscapes. The region features a mix of forests, meadows, and waterways. This natural setting provides varied terrain for outdoor pursuits and offers a peaceful atmosphere.
Yes, jogging is listed as an available sport in Les Essards, indicating the presence of suitable running trails. These trails allow for exploration of the region's natural environment. More information can be found in the Running Trails around Les Essards guide.
Outdoor activities in Les Essards are popular on komoot, with more than 1,000 visitors having explored the region's routes. The 8 available routes have received an average rating of 4.26 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Les Essards to help users plan their outdoor adventures. These include guides for Hiking, Cycling, MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Running Trails, and Gravel biking.
The Mairie (town hall) of Les Essards can be contacted by phone at +33546939291. The official website for the Mairie is les-essards.fr. Les Essards is part of the Communauté de Communes Cœur de Saintonge.
Yes, gravel biking is an available activity in Les Essards. The region offers routes suitable for gravel bikes, often utilizing a mix of paved and unpaved surfaces. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Les Essards, is available for planning.
Cycling routes in Les Essards vary in difficulty, catering to different fitness levels. Options range from easy rides lasting up to 2 hours with 500 feet (150 meters) of elevation gain, to hard rides exceeding 5 hours or 1,500 feet (450 meters) of elevation gain. Some challenging routes may require pushing bikes in certain segments.

