Le Bardon is a village located in the western part of France's Loiret department, within the agricultural Val de Loire region. This area is characterized by its predominantly flat and rural landscape, featuring the Loire River, an extensive canal network, and open fields. These geographical features provide a serene and verdant environment, making Le Bardon suitable for several outdoor activities like touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, and more. The region's natural beauty and accessible terrain offer varied opportunities…
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riders
61.2km
02:32
180m
180m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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119
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70.8km
02:52
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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46.0km
01:54
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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82
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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686
riders
127km
07:34
320m
320m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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188
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51.8km
03:05
130m
130m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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62
riders
61.0km
03:37
210m
210m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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58
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28.9km
01:48
100m
100m
Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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82
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.1km
02:20
60m
60m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
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56
riders
47.4km
03:05
130m
130m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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26
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25.4km
01:34
60m
60m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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22
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132km
08:19
360m
360m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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8
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36.7km
02:28
100m
100m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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31
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21.3km
05:24
60m
60m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
hikers
12.8km
03:15
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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145
riders
37.0km
02:07
120m
120m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
riders
61.9km
03:31
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

44
riders
108km
06:43
330m
330m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
riders
19.2km
01:04
40m
40m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Le Bardon offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region features 9 routes, with an average rating of 4.32 stars from more than 8,000 visitors.
Le Bardon is well-suited for cycling, with routes often following riverbanks and quiet country roads. Specific guides are available for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The area is part of larger cycling networks like La Loire à Vélo.
Mountain biking opportunities exist in Le Bardon, utilizing the region's woodlands and agricultural land for off-road cycling. A dedicated guide for MTB Trails around Le Bardon provides route information.
Jogging routes in Le Bardon primarily feature gentle, low-lying terrain along the Loire River. Paths offer consistent surfaces with minimal elevation changes, suitable for sustained running. Explore options with the Running Trails around Le Bardon guide.
The terrain in Le Bardon is predominantly flat and rural, characterized by the Loire River, an extensive canal network, open fields, and woodlands. This landscape provides a serene environment with minimal elevation changes, making it suitable for various activities.
Le Bardon offers hiking opportunities within its natural spaces and along the Loire River. The gentle terrain and scenic views make it suitable for walkers. Information on routes can be found in the Hiking around Le Bardon guide.
The most prominent natural feature is the Loire River, with its picturesque banks and associated canal networks. Le Bardon also features La Mare du Bardon, a developed pond with a walking trail and observation pontoon for local aquatic life.
The predominantly flat and well-maintained paths along the Loire River and its canals make Le Bardon welcoming for various skill levels, including beginners and families. Many cycling and jogging routes have minimal elevation changes.
Le Bardon is located within the UNESCO-listed Loire Valley, offering access to historical sites. Nearby attractions include the Château de Meung-sur-Loire, the Basilique de Cléry-Saint-André, and the renowned Château de Chambord.
Le Bardon is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 8,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's 9 routes have an average rating of 4.32 out of 5 stars from 867 ratings.
For official inquiries, the Mairie de Le Bardon can be contacted via their website at www.lebardon.fr or by phone at 02 38 44 33 06. For general tourist information, the Office de Tourisme des Terres du Val de Loire is available.

