Saint-Mars-La-Jaille, a region in the Loire-Atlantique department, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. Characterized by its green environment, charming valleys, and the picturesque Erdre River, the area provides varied terrain for activities. Forests, tranquil ponds, and old railway lines converted into paths contribute to its appeal for outdoor enthusiasts. This setting supports several sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities in Saint-Mars-La-Jaille, the region features…
56
Routes
4.3
(68)
Average rating
445
People visited

4.0
(12)
47
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
13
hikers
7.88km
02:08
110m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
13
hikers
10.3km
02:40
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
hikers
11.2km
02:51
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.5
(8)
33
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(11)
20
riders
23.5km
01:58
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
(8)
18
riders
28.5km
02:34
90m
90m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.8
(6)
21
riders
46.9km
03:19
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.7
(3)
13
riders
42.2km
03:00
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
37.4km
02:36
230m
230m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
9
riders
48.9km
03:26
290m
290m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

16
runners
13.8km
01:28
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
8.87km
00:59
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
7.54km
00:53
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
10.6km
01:09
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

16
riders
6.99km
00:22
60m
60m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(1)
7
riders
49.0km
02:01
270m
270m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

11
riders
5.68km
00:17
60m
60m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
85.1km
03:43
660m
660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Saint-Mars-La-Jaille offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region features 27 routes, with more than 1,300 visitors contributing to an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars.
Touring cyclists can explore greenways and quiet country roads, often following the Erdre River. Routes like "La bleue train – La boucle Le Moulin Pelé" offer varied scenery. For more options, consult the Cycling around Saint-Mars-La-Jaille guide.
Yes, Saint-Mars-La-Jaille has 12 dedicated road cycling routes. These routes utilize quiet country roads and are suitable for various skill levels. The local Cyclo-Club Saint-Marsien indicates the area's popularity for road cycling. Find more details in the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Mars-La-Jaille guide.
The region offers 5 mountain biking (VTT) routes, often described as rolling and suitable for physical maintenance. Trails traverse forests and fields, with some sections featuring singletracks. The MTB Trails around Saint-Mars-La-Jaille guide provides further information.
Hiking opportunities include trails along the Erdre River, through shaded paths, and bocage landscapes. Popular spots include the Étang de la Provostière and the Rigole des Ajeaux. The Hiking around Saint-Mars-La-Jaille guide lists available routes.
The area features greenways and old railway lines converted into paths, which are generally easy and suitable for all skill levels, including families. These routes offer safe and pleasant rides away from traffic. The "Erdre sauvage" route is an 11.5 km (7.1 miles) ride through fields and woodlands.
Trails often feature the picturesque Erdre River, various ponds like the Plan d'eau des Lavandières and Étang de la Provostière, and woodlands such as the Forêt de Saint-Mars-la-Jaille. The landscape includes charming valleys and bocage environments.
Routes may pass by landmarks such as the Pont de la Charlotte, the Bois de Triage, and the Fontaine de la Mauricette. The "blue train" landmark, a wagon topped with a Braud harvester, is a unique cultural point along a greenway. An imposing 19th-century church and a restored washhouse on the Erdre are also notable.
The outdoor routes in Saint-Mars-La-Jaille are popular, with more than 1,300 visitors having shared their experiences. The 27 available routes have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars from 157 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Cycling around Saint-Mars-La-Jaille, Hiking around Saint-Mars-La-Jaille, MTB Trails around Saint-Mars-La-Jaille, Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Mars-La-Jaille, and Running Trails around Saint-Mars-La-Jaille.
Saint-Mars-La-Jaille is part of the commune of Vallons-de-l'Erdre. The official website for Vallons-de-l'Erdre is vallonsdelerdre.fr. The Mairie (Town Hall) can be reached by phone at +33285293300.
Yes, Saint-Mars-La-Jaille features 6 routes specifically for jogging. These trails often follow scenic paths through the region's green environment. More details can be found in the Running Trails around Saint-Mars-La-Jaille guide.

