Bourgueil, a region in the heart of France's Loire Valley, is characterized by its expansive vineyards, the majestic Loire River, and surrounding forests. This landscape provides varied terrain for outdoor activities, with peaceful country roads, shaded paths, and vineyard trails. The area is well-suited for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more, offering a blend of natural beauty and historical charm.
Bourgueil offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, with…
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4.8
(49)
353
riders
91.6km
05:20
210m
210m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(23)
99
riders
53.1km
03:13
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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60
riders
37.5km
02:19
100m
100m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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20
riders
27.5km
01:36
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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47
runners
9.08km
01:07
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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32
runners
10.9km
01:20
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
9.24km
00:57
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
9.27km
01:08
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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28
riders
77.7km
03:12
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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50
riders
52.3km
02:03
100m
100m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
riders
41.8km
01:48
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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20
riders
61.1km
02:29
270m
270m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.0
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13
riders
27.3km
02:15
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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10
riders
34.0km
02:10
150m
150m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
40.9km
03:07
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

9
riders
35.1km
02:39
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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11
hikers
7.94km
02:07
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
hikers
7.42km
01:59
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
hikers
24.7km
06:26
170m
170m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
hikers
6.98km
01:49
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
55.7km
03:43
380m
380m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

6
riders
57.3km
03:35
140m
140m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
riders
26.9km
01:50
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
25.8km
01:53
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bourgueil offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Hiking. The region features over 130 routes across these sports. More than 6,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars for its routes.
Bourgueil provides routes for touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. Cyclists can explore vineyards, the Loire River, and forests on quiet country roads and designated paths. Specific guides are available for Cycling around Bourgueil and Road Cycling Routes around Bourgueil.
Mountain biking trails are available in Bourgueil, winding through forests and moors. Some routes feature white tufa stone winegrower estates. A dedicated guide for MTB Trails around Bourgueil provides detailed information.
Bourgueil offers numerous paths for jogging and running, including peaceful country roads, vineyard paths, and forest trails. These routes are suitable for various fitness levels. A guide for Running Trails around Bourgueil is available.
Hiking opportunities exist in Bourgueil, utilizing the same peaceful country roads, vineyard paths, and forest trails as other activities. These trails offer options for different difficulty levels. A guide for Hiking around Bourgueil provides route details.
Bourgueil's routes pass through expansive vineyards, alongside the Loire River with its sandbanks, and into forests and moors. Traditional tuffeau stone mansions, authentic villages, and troglodyte cellars also dot the countryside.
The region's landscape, particularly the 'Loire à Vélo' itinerary, is largely flat, making it accessible for various fitness levels and beginners. Many routes wind through vineyards and along the river on quiet roads.
Bourgueil is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 6,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 130 routes have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Bourgueil, including Cycling around Bourgueil, Road Cycling Routes around Bourgueil, MTB Trails around Bourgueil, Running Trails around Bourgueil, Gravel biking around Bourgueil, and Hiking around Bourgueil.
The Bourgueil Tourist Office can be reached by phone at +33 (0)2 47 97 91 39. Additional information for the broader Touraine Nature area, which includes Bourgueil, is available online.
The official website for Bourgueil is bourgueil.fr. This site provides general information about the region.

