La Nouaye is a commune located in the department of Ille-et-Vilaine in Brittany, France. This rural area is characterized by agricultural land and is traversed by brooks such as the Garun and the Pont Besnard, contributing to its green and natural environment. Situated within the Vilaine basin, La Nouaye offers a setting for several outdoor activities like mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, and more. The landscape provides varied terrain suitable for different levels of outdoor engagement.
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4.6
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Average rating
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4.7
(6)
25
riders
26.9km
01:53
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(8)
73
riders
37.9km
03:03
380m
380m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.3
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21
riders
36.1km
02:20
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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29
riders
22.2km
01:25
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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106
riders
35.2km
02:49
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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60
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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60
riders
53.1km
04:20
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
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18
riders
21.8km
01:42
230m
230m
Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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5.0
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92
runners
10.8km
01:09
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
6.08km
00:38
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
8.50km
00:53
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
6.15km
00:40
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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37
hikers
5.56km
01:26
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
hikers
11.4km
02:59
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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13
hikers
4.41km
01:08
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
hikers
7.73km
02:00
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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21
riders
116km
07:10
1,070m
1,070m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
riders
72.6km
04:01
360m
360m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
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10
riders
5.71km
00:18
30m
30m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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8
riders
57.2km
03:12
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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11
riders
46.7km
02:14
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

11
riders
54.2km
02:34
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
26.9km
01:11
180m
180m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

15
riders
75.6km
03:41
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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La Nouaye offers various outdoor activities including mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features more than 10 routes across these sports. These activities are integrated within the broader Montfort Communauté.
La Nouaye's surrounding area provides trails adapted for mountain biking. These trails can be part of circuits that also accommodate walking and horseback riding. For more details on routes, consult the MTB Trails around La Nouaye guide.
La Nouaye is central to a network of hiking trails, with some circuits starting directly from the commune. Options range from easy walks, such as the "Circuit de la haie Saudrine n°106" which takes approximately 1 hour, to more challenging routes. Further information can be found in the Hiking around La Nouaye guide.
The region features peaceful country roads suitable for both touring and road cycling. While generally flat, some routes may include steeper sections. Explore available routes in the Cycling around La Nouaye and Road Cycling Routes around La Nouaye guides.
La Nouaye offers easily accessible paths suitable for any fitness level, making them appropriate for families. The local Mairie provides family-friendly nature discovery booklets and maps for various circuits. These resources enhance the experience for visitors of all ages.
La Nouaye is characterized by its rural setting and agricultural land. The commune is traversed by two brooks, the Garun and the Pont Besnard (also known as Pont Colin), which contribute to its green environment. The area is situated within the Vilaine basin, specifically the Meu sub-basin.
Routes in La Nouaye have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 1,000 users. Over 14,000 visitors have explored the area using komoot.
Komoot offers several guides for La Nouaye, including MTB Trails around La Nouaye, Cycling around La Nouaye, and Hiking around La Nouaye. Additional guides cover road cycling, gravel biking, and running trails.
Yes, outdoor excursions in La Nouaye can include cultural elements. Historical landmarks such as the 15th-century Saint Hubert Church and classified calvary vestiges are present in the area. These sites offer a cultural dimension to outdoor pursuits.
Maps and information for numerous hiking, cycling, and VTT circuits are accessible through the local tourism office. The Montfort Communauté also promotes and provides resources for outdoor activities. Routes can often be downloaded for free.
The official website for La Nouaye is https://www.lanouaye.fr/. This site provides general information about the commune.

