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The Riverside Escape
A gravel cycling route starting from Lire
Cycle along the Loire River and escape into serene natural landscapes.
Map
![Map miniature of "The Riverside Escape" cycling inspiration in Pays de la Loire, France. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/france/pays-de-la-loire/lire/gravel/19558.webp)
Immerse yourself in the serenity of the Loire River with this 38-kilometer gravel cycling route starting near Liré. As you travel through Ancenis, Saint-Herblon, Varades, Le Marillais, and Le Fourneau, you'll encounter breathtaking river views and tranquil countryside.
gravel
38 km
91 m
Chill
Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Le Fourneau Village centerLiré: Cycling paradise in Pays de la Loire region.
Liré is a small town located in the Pays de la Loire region of France. From the perspective of a road and gravel cyclist, Liré offers a peaceful and scenic cycling experience. The roads in and around the town are well-paved and provide varying levels of difficulty, making it suitable for cyclists of all skill levels. One notable cycling spot near Liré is Montglonne, a neighboring village known for its challenging climbs and stunning views. Overall, Liré is a great locality for cyclists looking to explore the beautiful countryside of the Pays de la Loire region.0 km
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AncenisTown10 km
10 km
Saint-HerblonVillageStop by the quaint village of Saint-Herblon and enjoy a picnic by the riverside.
21 km
21 km
VaradesVillageExplore the picturesque town of Varades with its charming houses and historic church.
29 km
29 km
Le MarillaisVillageCycle through the peaceful village of Le Marillais, surrounded by beautiful countryside.
38 km
38 km
Le FourneauVillage38 km
38 km
Finish: Le Fourneau Village centerLiré: Cycling paradise in Pays de la Loire region.
Cycling routes from Lire:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Ancenis](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/ancenis-4.webp)
![Image of Drain](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/drain-5.webp)
![Image of Saint-Géréon](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/saint-gereon-4.webp)
![Image of Saint-Laurent-des-Autels](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/saint-laurent-des-autels-4.webp)
![Image of Champtoceaux](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/champtoceaux-5.webp)
![Image of Le Fuilet](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/le-fuilet-5.webp)
![Image of Saint-Herblon](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/saint-herblon-5.webp)
![Image of Oudon](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/oudon-2.webp)
![Image of Landemont](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/pays-de-la-loire/landemont-5.webp)