Brouains is a region in the Manche department of Normandy, France, characterized by a diverse landscape that supports a range of outdoor activities. The area features a mix of natural elements, including river valleys like that of the Sée, extensive forests such as the nearby Forêt de Saint-Sever, and the distinctive Norman bocage countryside with its hedgerows and sunken lanes. This varied terrain, from rolling hills to more level paths, provides a suitable environment for several sports like touring cycling,…
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156
riders
72.6km
05:22
780m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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56
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45.9km
03:41
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30.2km
02:00
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.8km
02:31
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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54
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89.8km
04:36
1,470m
1,470m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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16
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54.9km
02:36
660m
660m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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28.2km
01:20
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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24.3km
01:09
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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61
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102km
05:11
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
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62.1km
03:52
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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98.2km
06:05
1,040m
1,040m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
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118km
07:14
1,340m
1,340m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28
runners
35.6km
04:06
640m
640m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.36km
00:34
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.3km
01:49
420m
420m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.3km
01:24
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
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33.9km
02:28
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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39.1km
02:54
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
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56.1km
04:39
1,120m
1,110m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.26km
01:32
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.5km
02:53
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Brouains offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region features 17 routes with an average rating of 4.5 stars from more than 500 visitors. These activities utilize the diverse landscape of forests, river valleys, and the Norman bocage countryside.
Brouains is well-suited for touring cycling, with 5 dedicated routes available on komoot. The broader Manche region offers over 745 miles (1,200 km) of cycle routes and 143 miles (230 km) of greenways. Explore options in the Cycling around Brouains guide.
Brouains features 4 hiking routes, allowing exploration of natural sites and historic villages within the Sée river valley. The area includes parts of the GR 22 route. Further details and routes are available in the Hiking around Brouains guide.
Brouains is recognized for its mountain biking, hosting the 'Les Bosses de Brouains' competition and featuring a VTT stadium. The Mortainais hills and Sée valley offer an ideal playground with 4 mountain biking routes on komoot. Consult the MTB Trails around Brouains guide for specific routes.
Yes, Brouains is well-suited for gravel biking due to its extensive network of cycle routes, including greenways and country paths. These routes offer a mix of paved and unpaved surfaces through diverse landscapes. One gravel biking route is available on komoot, detailed in the Gravel biking around Brouains guide.
The diverse terrain and network of greenways in Brouains provide options for various skill levels, including easier paths suitable for families. While specific 'family-friendly' routes are not explicitly categorized, many touring cycling and hiking routes can be adapted. It is advisable to check route descriptions for difficulty and length.
Notable natural landmarks near Brouains include the Grande Cascade de Mortain, the largest waterfall in Western France with an 82-foot (25-meter) drop, and the Petite Cascade de Mortain. The Mortain Viewpoint offers panoramic vistas, with Mont-Saint-Michel visible on clear days. The Forêt de Saint-Sever is also nearby.
Outdoor routes in Brouains have received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 500 visitors on komoot. There are 17 routes available across various sports. This indicates a positive reception from the outdoor community.
Komoot offers several guides for Brouains, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Brouains, Hiking around Brouains, MTB Trails around Brouains, Gravel biking around Brouains, Road Cycling Routes around Brouains, and Running Trails around Brouains.
For local information regarding Brouains, the Mairie (Town Hall) can be contacted directly. The phone number for the Brouains Mairie is +33233597688. Additional information about the commune can be found on the IntraMuros website for Brouains.
Brouains offers 2 dedicated road cycling routes on komoot, utilizing the region's varied terrain and road network. These routes provide opportunities for road cyclists to explore the area. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Brouains guide.
The cycling terrain in Brouains is diverse, ranging from the rolling hills of the Mortainais to the flatter greenways along river valleys. The Norman bocage countryside features hedgerows and sunken lanes, offering both scenic and sometimes challenging routes. This variety caters to different cycling preferences and skill levels.

