Les Gonds, a commune located in the Charente-Maritime department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by its proximity to the Marais de la Prée, a significant marshland featuring a network of small waterways, and its position along the banks of the Charente River. This blend of marsh, river, and surrounding rural terrain provides varied environments suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, gravel biking, and more.
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4.5
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Average rating
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4.0
(9)
21
riders
38.9km
02:34
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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2
riders
90.4km
05:37
360m
360m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.9km
02:28
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
51.2km
03:47
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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91
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
hikers
19.3km
04:59
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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68
riders
26.0km
01:06
170m
170m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42
riders
24.6km
01:03
110m
110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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35.3km
01:25
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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41
riders
61.0km
04:02
150m
150m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
41.1km
02:27
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
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34.3km
02:09
130m
130m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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25
riders
66.9km
04:03
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29
riders
62.0km
04:17
160m
160m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

33
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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21
riders
41.6km
02:47
190m
190m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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7
riders
37.4km
02:48
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29
runners
12.4km
01:18
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
11.9km
01:15
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.97km
00:56
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
12.1km
01:17
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Les Gonds offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region features more than 30 routes, with over 6,000 visitors sharing experiences. These routes are rated an average of 4.43 out of 5 stars.
Les Gonds provides numerous marked hiking trails, particularly within the Marais de la Prée. A notable option is the Terra Aventura geocaching route, a 2.8-mile (4.5 km) circuit. For more details, see Hiking around Les Gonds.
Yes, the paths within the Marais de la Prée are suitable for leisurely family strolls. The Terra Aventura geocaching route, a 2.8-mile (4.5 km) circuit, offers a playful way for families to explore the village and marsh, solving enigmas.
Les Gonds is well-suited for touring cyclists, being part of the 217-mile (350 km) Flow Vélo route. Several cycling routes of varying lengths and difficulty levels are available, often on mostly paved surfaces. For more information, consult Cycling around Les Gonds.
Yes, the area around Les Gonds offers potential for gravel biking, with routes that combine paved roads with dirt paths and forest tracks. These routes are ideal for gravel bikes. Refer to Gravel biking around Les Gonds for specific options.
Les Gonds is defined by its proximity to the Marais de la Prée (Marais des Seugnes), a Natura 2000 marshland known for its biodiversity. The area is also situated along the banks of the Charente River. This blend of marsh, river, and rural terrain provides varied environments.
Terra Aventura is a geocaching route in Les Gonds, covering 2.8 miles (4.5 km) and typically taking 2 hours to complete. It allows visitors to explore the village, local heritage, and the marsh while solving enigmas.
Information regarding specific dog restrictions on trails in Les Gonds is not provided. It is advisable to check local signage or contact the Mairie for current regulations on bringing dogs on trails.
Komoot offers several guides for Les Gonds, including Hiking around Les Gonds, MTB Trails around Les Gonds, and Cycling around Les Gonds. Other guides cover Gravel biking, Road Cycling, and Running Trails.
Les Gonds is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 6,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars.
The official website for the Mairie de Les Gonds is lesgonds.fr. The phone number for the Mairie is +33 5 46 93 18 11.

