Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers, a region in the Calvados department of Normandy, France, offers a varied landscape well-suited for outdoor pursuits. The area features green valleys, quiet country roads, and extensive forested areas like Forêt de Cerisy, providing diverse terrain for exploration. Its characteristic hedged farmland, known as "bocage," contributes to a unique natural setting. This environment supports several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
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37
riders
43.3km
03:28
620m
620m
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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50.2km
03:37
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.1km
01:53
330m
330m
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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44.7km
03:36
780m
780m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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19
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4.42km
01:10
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7.85km
02:08
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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35.3km
02:42
310m
300m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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30.6km
01:55
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30.0km
02:04
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
61.4km
02:50
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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38.9km
02:03
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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85.8km
03:54
970m
970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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44.1km
01:58
460m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4
runners
11.7km
01:13
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.1km
01:22
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.02km
00:32
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.6km
01:25
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, and Jogging. The region provides diverse landscapes such as green valleys, quiet country roads, and extensive forests for these pursuits. There are more than 20 routes available across these sports.
Touring cycling routes in Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers traverse green valleys and quiet country roads. The area is also a segment of the Central European cycle route. Detailed information on routes can be found in the Cycling around Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers guide.
Mountain biking opportunities are available in expansive forests such as Forêt de Cerisy and Forêt de Saint-Sever. These areas feature unpaved forest paths and varied terrain suitable for mountain biking. The MTB Trails around Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers guide provides specific trail information.
Hikers can explore over 370 miles (600 kilometers) of well-maintained and signposted trails. These routes wind through the characteristic hedged farmland, known as 'bocage,' and wooded countryside. The Hiking around Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers guide offers detailed route information.
Road cycling routes are available, utilizing quiet country roads and diverse landscapes. Routes like the Notre-Dame Cathedral – Historic Center of Bayeux loop are accessible from the vicinity. The Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers guide provides further details.
The region offers routes catering to various skill levels, including moderate rides suitable for beginners. The diverse terrain ensures options for different experience levels. Specific guides for each sport can help identify suitable routes.
The region is characterized by green valleys, significant forests like Forêt de Cerisy and Forêt de Saint-Sever, and the traditional Norman 'bocage' landscape with its hedged farmlands. Nearby natural sites include the Roches de Ham and Roches des Parcs. The Vire valley also offers scenic views.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Cycling around Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers, Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers, MTB Trails around Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers, Hiking around Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers, and Running Trails around Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers.
Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers has more than 1,600 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars. There are 21 routes available for various outdoor activities.
For information regarding the broader region, the Saint-Lô Agglo Tourist Office can be contacted. Their phone number is +33231778660. Saint-Jean-Des-Essartiers is now part of the commune of Val de Drôme.

