Génelard is a region in the Saône-et-Loire department of Burgundy-Franche-Comté, France, characterized by its blend of agricultural landscapes, historical waterways, and accessible natural features. The area features the historic Canal du Centre, with its former towpaths, alongside rolling hills and forested landscapes like the Bois du Riollot. These diverse terrains provide opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Génelard offers a variety of outdoor activities centered around its natural…
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4.1
(12)
139
riders
81.3km
04:51
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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100
riders
93.6km
05:25
400m
400m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39
riders
196km
11:44
1,080m
1,080m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
riders
161km
09:54
1,250m
1,250m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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26
riders
37.6km
01:26
110m
110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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25
riders
48.4km
02:11
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

19
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48.9km
02:06
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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52.8km
02:27
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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14
hikers
9.35km
02:28
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
9.01km
02:22
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
hikers
10.2km
02:39
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
hikers
4.39km
01:08
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
35.5km
02:31
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
41.4km
03:14
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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43.0km
03:23
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
riders
26.2km
01:34
250m
250m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
runners
10.2km
01:03
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
11.3km
01:11
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.15km
00:39
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
10.2km
01:07
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
35.7km
02:24
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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65.4km
04:22
780m
780m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
65.8km
04:44
1,040m
1,040m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
20.4km
01:26
240m
240m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Génelard offers opportunities for touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features more than 30 routes, with an average rating of 4.47 stars from over 2,000 visitors.
Génelard provides various cycling routes, including touring and road cycling options. The Canal du Centre greenway is a prominent feature, and the area connects to larger networks like Eurovelo 6. More details are available in the Cycling around Génelard and Road Cycling Routes around Génelard guides.
Génelard is situated along the Canal du Centre, which is part of extensive cycling networks. These include sections of the Eurovelo 6, the "Tour de Bourgogne," and the "Loire à Vélo," making it suitable for longer cycling tours.
The former towpath along the Canal du Centre is ideal for walking and jogging, including the historic "Tranchée" interpretation trail. The Bois du Riollot also offers natural trails. For more information, consult the Hiking around Génelard and Running Trails around Génelard guides.
Yes, Génelard offers options for both mountain biking and gravel biking. Specific routes and details can be found in the MTB Trails around Génelard and Gravel biking around Génelard guides.
Key natural features include the Canal du Centre with its historic "Tranchée" and the Bois du Riollot. The surrounding area also features rolling hills and forested landscapes. The basin of the Canal du Centre provides a setting for boaters and fishermen.
The towpath along the Canal du Centre and the "Tranchée" interpretation trail are designed for accessibility, providing engaging walks suitable for families. Many cycling routes are also on mostly paved surfaces, offering easier options.
Outdoor routes in Génelard have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from 163 individual route ratings.
More than 2,000 komoot users have explored the Génelard region. These visitors have contributed to the ratings and popularity of the available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Génelard, including Cycling around Génelard, Hiking around Génelard, Road Cycling Routes around Génelard, Running Trails around Génelard, MTB Trails around Génelard, and Gravel biking around Génelard.
The official website for the Commune de Génelard is genelard.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie de Génelard (town hall) can be reached at +33385792074.

