Gravel Exploration Loop

A gravel cycling route starting from Saint-Varent

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This gravel route offers a scenic and adventurous experience, showcasing the beautiful surroundings of Saint-Varent. With a distance of 76 kilometers and an ascent of 349 meters, it provides a good challenge for gravel enthusiasts. The route highlights include Mauzé-Thouarsais, a charming village with picturesque architecture, Saint-Martin-de-Sanzay, known for its traditional wine production, and the impressive Belvédère du Puy de Mont, offering stunning panoramic views. Antoigné and Butte de Moncoue also provide unique stops along the way.

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76 km

349 m

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Start: Saint-Varent Village center

Saint-Varent: Small town with limited cycling opportunities.

Saint-Varent is a small town located in the region of Poitou-Charentes, France. From a cyclist's perspective, the town is not particularly suited for road or gravel cycling as it lacks dedicated cycling infrastructure and there are no famous cycling spots or well-known climbs nearby. The surrounding area does offer some scenic country roads for leisure cycling, but it is not a popular tourist destination for cyclists. Overall, Saint-Varent ranks low on the cyclist-friendly scale.

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Mauzé-ThouarsaisVillage

Mauzé-Thouarsais is a beautiful village with well-preserved buildings dating back centuries. Explore its narrow streets and admire the architectural heritage.