In the vineyards, Nature & small heritage
22,93 Km
1 h 33 min
I cycle often
22,93 km cycling route from Ruillé-sur-Loir to Château-du-Loir
The Vallée du Loir à Vélo starts its part in the county of Sarthe at Ruillé-sur-Loir, then goes to Château-du-Loir via La Chartre-sur-le-Loir and the wine-producing Coteaux du Loir slopes. Wine-lovers can enjoy discovering the rare Jasnières wines and Marçon vineyards. If you enjoy swimming, try Les Varennes Lake and its outdoor sports centre.
Elevation of the stage
127 m 117 m
Waytypes of the stage
Cycle path: 5,52 km By road: 17,41 km
Surface of the stage
Smooth: 17,41 km Unpaved: 5,52 km
The route
Along quiet roads signposted ‘Vallée du Loir V47’. There are slopes to negotiate from Ruillé-sur-Loir to Marçon. Leaving Marçon, you cycle along beside Les Varennes Lake.
Bus service
TIS network Line 16 La Chartre sur Le Loir - Le Mans
Vallée du Loir Tourist Information
Tel. + 33 (0)2 43 94 02 53
Don't miss
Ruillé-sur-Loir - Marçon - Poncé sur le Loir - La Chartre sur Le Loir - Château du Loir
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