Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues is a region in the Vendée department of the Pays de la Loire, France, characterized by its bocage landscape. This area features a mosaic of meadows, hedgerows, and green lanes, providing a varied backdrop for outdoor pursuits. Several rivers, including the Grand Lay, Petit Lay, Vendée, and Mère, crisscross the terrain, adding to the natural beauty. The region offers opportunities for several sports like jogging, mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, and more.
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67
hikers
15.7km
04:11
180m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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43
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10.3km
02:43
90m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.14km
00:51
50m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
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17.6km
04:53
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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20
runners
15.7km
01:44
180m
170m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.06km
00:58
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.05km
00:59
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
27.5km
03:16
380m
380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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96
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Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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17
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
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16.2km
01:13
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
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19.5km
01:19
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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31
riders
33.7km
01:52
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

11
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54.0km
02:20
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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72.3km
03:02
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
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46.2km
02:23
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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10
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
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56.2km
04:05
660m
660m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
42.1km
03:13
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
15.9km
01:13
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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18.9km
01:13
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues offers opportunities for Jogging, Mountain biking, Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features a bocage landscape with meadows, hedgerows, and rivers. More than 50 routes are available for exploration.
Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues has attracted more than 4,000 visitors on komoot. The region's 57 routes have an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars from over 500 ratings.
Hiking trails are available in Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues, including sections of the "Chemin des Châtaignes," an 80-kilometer (50-mile) circuit. The nearby Mervent-Vouvant State Forest also offers numerous paths. For more information, consult the Hiking around Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues guide.
Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues offers 11 jogging routes, utilizing the bocage landscape and paths within the Mervent-Vouvant State Forest. Routes like the "Sentier de la Citardière" provide varied terrain. Details on these routes can be found in the Running Trails around Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues guide.
Mountain biking routes are available, including sections of the "Chemin des Châtaignes." The Mervent-Vouvant Forest features trails that can be technical but are accessible to riders of average skill. Four mountain biking routes are listed for the region. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues guide.
Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues offers routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The wider Vendée department features nearly 1,800 kilometers (1,100 miles) of cycle paths. Guides like Cycling around Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues and Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues provide specific itineraries.
The region is characterized by its bocage landscape, a mosaic of meadows and hedgerows. Several rivers, including the Grand Lay, Petit Lay, Vendée, and Mère, crisscross the terrain. The Mervent-Vouvant State Forest is a significant natural feature nearby.
The Mervent-Vouvant State Forest, approximately 10 kilometers (6 miles) from Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues, offers numerous walking paths suitable for various levels. The bocage landscape also provides gentle routes for family outings. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified by checking route descriptions on komoot.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Running Trails around Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues, MTB Trails around Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues, and Hiking around Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues. Guides for various cycling types are also available.
The official website for Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues is stmauricedesnoues.fr. This site provides information from the Mairie (Town Hall) of the commune.
The phone number for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Saint-Maurice-Des-Noues is +33 2 51 00 81 16. This number can be used for inquiries related to local administration.

