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The Essonne Discovery
A road cycling route starting from Nozay
Explore the diverse landscapes and cultural gems of Essonne
![Map miniature of "The Essonne Discovery" cycling inspiration in Ile-de-France, France. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/france/ile-de-france/nozay/road/193933.webp)
Immerse yourself in the beauty and cultural richness of the Essonne region with this road cycling route. Spanning a distance of 67 km and featuring an ascent of 405 meters, this route offers a challenging adventure for avid cyclists. Begin your journey in Marcoussis and admire its historic architecture. Make a stop at Janvry, a charming village known for its captivating scenery. The Point Culminant de l’Essonne offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Choisel is a hidden gem nestled in the hills, oozing with charm and tranquility. Trappes is a vibrant town with a diverse cultural scene. Immerse yourself in the natural surroundings at the Labyrinthe végétal in Eragny. Conclude your journey in Orsay, a vibrant university city with plenty of leisure options. Finally, return to Nozay where your cycling adventure began.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of La Ville-du-Bois](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/la-ville-du-bois-4.webp)
![Image of Marcoussis](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/marcoussis-5.webp)
![Image of Villejust](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/villejust-4.webp)
![Image of Montlhéry](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/montlhery-4.webp)
![Image of Linas](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/linas-5.webp)
![Image of Saulx-les-Chartreux](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/saulx-les-chartreux-5.webp)
![Image of Longpont-sur-Orge](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/longpont-sur-orge-5.webp)
![Image of Villiers-sur-Orge](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/villiers-sur-orge-5.webp)
![Image of Ballainvilliers](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/ile-de-france/ballainvilliers-4.webp)