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Voultegon Gravel Ride


A gravel cycling route starting from Saint-Varent

Embark on a gravel cycling adventure starting near Saint-Varent and explore scenic countryside and charming villages.

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This gravel cycling route near Saint-Varent offers stunning views of the countryside and takes you through charming villages. With a total distance of 65 kilometers and an ascent of 344 meters, it is suitable for well-trained amateurs. The route passes by highlights such as the village of Voultegon and the picturesque town of Coulonges-Thouarsais.

gravel
65 km
344 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

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.
VoultegonVillage
Voultegon is a small village with traditional stone houses and a peaceful atmosphere.
Coulonges-ThouarsaisVillage
Coulonges-Thouarsais is a charming town with a medieval castle and scenic countryside views.
Saint-VarentVillage
Saint-Varent, the starting point of the route, is a charming town known for its medieval architecture and scenic location along the Thouet River.
Finish: Saint-Varent Village center
Saint-Varent: Small town with limited cycling opportunities.

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