Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine is a 954-hectare forest massif located on the Arvert peninsula in Charente-Maritime, France. This protected natural reserve, part of the Natura 2000 network, features a diverse landscape of coastal dunes, maritime pines, and holm oaks. Its proximity to the Seudre marshes and the Gironde estuary offers varied environments for outdoor activities. The area provides opportunities for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, and more.
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29
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22.8km
01:29
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.5km
00:36
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40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.1km
01:05
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120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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226
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
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4.58km
01:12
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40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.53km
01:09
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20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.58km
02:17
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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95
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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304
runners
12.4km
01:20
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.7km
04:00
210m
210m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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5.60km
00:35
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10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.81km
01:01
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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180
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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175
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38.6km
02:07
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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79
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19.9km
01:00
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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43
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32.1km
01:56
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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30
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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14.5km
00:33
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

30
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69.2km
02:56
290m
290m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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81.7km
05:19
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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

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23.1km
01:15
130m
130m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 94 routes across these sports.
The forest features a diverse landscape, including coastal dunes, maritime pine forests, and holm oak groves. Its proximity to the Seudre marshes and the Gironde estuary adds to the varied environments available for exploration.
Yes, Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine has mountain biking trails that traverse both dense forest and coastal dune areas. Information on these routes can be found in the MTB Trails in Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine guide.
The forest offers numerous marked walking trails through diverse habitats, from shaded forest paths to open dune landscapes. Hiking options range from easy, accessible paths to more moderate routes. More details are available in the Hiking in Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine guide.
Yes, road cycling routes are available, including sections of the EuroVelo 1 ("Vélodyssée"). The area provides both forest and coastal routes suitable for road cyclists. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes in Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine guide.
The forest offers family-friendly hiking options, with paths suitable for various fitness levels. These routes allow for exploration of the natural environment. Consult the Family-friendly hikes in Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine guide for specific recommendations.
Routes in Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars, based on more than 5,900 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among visitors.
There are 94 routes available for various outdoor activities in Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine. These routes cater to different sports, including hiking, mountain biking, and cycling.
Key natural features include a 3.5-mile (5.6-kilometer) stretch of coastal dunes, maritime pine forests, and holm oak woodlands. The forest is also part of the Natura 2000 network, protecting its diverse ecosystems.
Information on cycling routes, including touring and road cycling, is available. The Cycling in Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine guide provides details on various options.
Yes, the forest offers easy hiking trails suitable for all fitness levels. These paths allow for accessible exploration of the natural surroundings. Refer to the Easy hikes in Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine guide for specific routes.
Forêt Des Combots D'Ansoine is a protected natural reserve and part of the Natura 2000 network. It is managed by the Conservatoire du littoral and the Office National des Forêts (ONF), ensuring the preservation of its biodiversity.

