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Gâtine Adventure


A road cycling route starting from Le Tallud

Embark on a scenic road cycling adventure through Gâtine

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Indulge in a scenic road cycling adventure through the picturesque Gâtine region on this 86 km route starting near Le Tallud. With an ascent of 759 m, this ride promises stunning views and challenging climbs for intermediate cyclists. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to visit charming villages such as Mazières-en-Gâtine and Saint-Aubin-le-Cloud, known for their traditional architecture and peaceful ambiance. One of the highlights of this route is the Belvedère des Rouleaux, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Another must-see is Béceleuf, a quaint village with narrow streets and traditional stone houses. The Gâtine Adventure route provides a perfect combination of natural landscapes, cultural heritage, and thrilling cycling routes.

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86 km
759 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Le Tallud Village center
Le Tallud: Enjoy the tranquil rural roads of Le Tallud in Poitou-Charentes.
Le Tallud is a locality in Poitou-Charentes, France. From a cyclist's perspective, Le Tallud offers pleasant rolling terrain ideal for road cycling. Cyclists can enjoy quiet roads that traverse through the picturesque French countryside. Le Tallud itself may not have any famous cycling-related spots or well-known climbs, but nearby towns such as Parthenay provide additional cycling routes and opportunities. With its peaceful charm and scenic landscapes, Le Tallud is a great choice for leisurely road cycling.
Mazières-en-GâtineVillage
Visit Mazières-en-Gâtine, a charming village with traditional architecture
Belvedère des RouleauxViewpoint
Enjoy panoramic views from the Belvedère des Rouleaux
Saint-MaxireVillage
Discover the historic village of Saint-Maxire and its rich heritage
BéceleufVillage
Cycle through the quaint village of Béceleuf and admire its traditional stone houses
SecondignyVillage
Explore Secondigny, a picturesque village in the heart of Gâtine
Saint-Aubin-le-CloudVillage
Cycle through the peaceful village of Saint-Aubin-le-Cloud
Finish: Le Tallud Village center
Le Tallud: Enjoy the tranquil rural roads of Le Tallud in Poitou-Charentes.

Cycling routes nearby:

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Parthenay

Cycling through history in Parthenay.

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Saint-Aubin-le-Cloud

Scenic cycling routes and charming towns await in Saint-Aubin-le-Cloud.

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Pompaire

Discover charming routes and enjoy relaxed rides in Pompaire.

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Châtillon-sur-Thouet

Relaxed rural cycling in the Poitou-Charentes region.

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Secondigny

Cycle through picturesque rural landscapes in and around Secondigny.

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La Chapelle-Saint-Laurent

Cycling through scenic beauty and history in La Chapelle-Saint-Laurent

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Vasles

Cyclist-friendly locality with access to breathtaking climbs like Col de la Côte de Dueil.

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Moncoutant

A cyclist's paradise in Poitou-Charentes

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Airvault

Cycling through history and picturesque countryside