Plumelec, a region in the Morbihan department of Brittany, France, features a diverse landscape characterized by the western edge of the Landes de Lanvaux. This area presents rolling green hills, shale ridges, streams, and woodlots, creating varied terrain suitable for outdoor pursuits. The natural features of Plumelec provide a backdrop for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
In Plumelec, outdoor enthusiasts can explore more than 100 routes across several…
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4.0
(2)
118
riders
39.9km
02:58
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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86
riders
49.9km
03:47
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
riders
41.7km
02:55
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
riders
23.0km
01:41
200m
200m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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85
riders
9.22km
00:28
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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30
riders
47.6km
02:07
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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24
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
riders
52.7km
02:23
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
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49
riders
48.5km
03:55
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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17
riders
37.7km
03:03
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
riders
23.8km
01:56
200m
200m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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4
riders
10.3km
00:38
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
hikers
12.1km
03:17
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
hikers
7.35km
01:57
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
13.4km
03:33
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
8.27km
02:15
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
riders
31.5km
02:05
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
26.0km
02:03
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
54.6km
03:31
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
43.7km
02:48
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
runners
10.8km
01:16
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
8.61km
01:02
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
15.3km
01:48
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
9.58km
01:00
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Plumelec offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features more than 100 routes across these sports. These routes have been explored by over 7,000 visitors, with an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars.
Plumelec is known for its road cycling, including routes that feature the challenging Côte de Cadoudal. The area offers various road cycling loops suitable for different fitness levels. More information on specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Plumelec guide.
Yes, Plumelec features the Côte de Cadoudal, a notable climb with an average gradient of 6.2% over 1.1 miles (1.8 kilometers). This climb has been part of professional cycling events like the Tour de France. The region's rolling landscapes provide a mix of challenging ascents and scenic views.
The varied relief and extensive network of paths in Plumelec provide an ideal setting for mountain biking. Many circuits are specifically designed for this activity, with dedicated VTT paths. Enthusiasts can explore options in the MTB Trails around Plumelec guide.
Plumelec offers numerous hiking trails winding through villages, heritage sites, wooded areas, and the typical environment of the Lanvaux moors. Hikers can choose from routes of varying difficulty. Details on available trails are provided in the Hiking around Plumelec guide.
Plumelec offers road cycling loops and touring routes suitable for various ability levels, including moderate options. The rolling landscapes and diverse terrain can accommodate different cycling experiences. Specific family-friendly routes would depend on individual fitness and experience.
Routes in Plumelec traverse the Landes de Lanvaux, characterized by rolling green hills, shale ridges, streams, and woodlots. Notable features include the Côte de Cadoudal and the beautiful classified Dolmen of Milgourdy. Rivers like the Noyalo and Marle also meander through the landscape.
Plumelec is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 100 routes available. These routes have been explored by over 7,000 visitors. The average rating for routes in Plumelec is 4.45 out of 5 stars, based on over 600 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Plumelec. These include guides for Road Cycling, MTB Trails, Touring Cycling, Hiking, Gravel Biking, and Running Trails.
Plumelec's cycling terrain is diverse, characterized by rolling green hills and the shale ridge of the Landes de Lanvaux. Routes offer a mix of challenging ascents and scenic views, with elevations reaching over 520 feet (160 meters). Surfaces are primarily well-paved for road cycling, while mountain biking utilizes varied paths.
Plumelec's historical and architectural heritage includes ancient lordships like Callac and Cadoudal, the Château de Callac, and the Church of St Maurice at St Aubin. The Stations of the Cross of Callac is another notable religious monument. The Dolmen of Milgourdy, a Neolithic megalith, is also present near the GR38 hiking trail.
The commune of Plumelec is served by the Tourist Office of Locminé. Their phone number is +33 2 97 60 49 06. The official tourism website for the area is centre-morbihan-tourisme.bzh. For the Mairie de Plumelec (Town Hall), the phone number is +33 2 97 42 24 27.

