Bouaye is a region in western France, situated between the city of Nantes and the Atlantic coast. The area is characterized by its diverse natural landscapes, including the expansive Lac de Grand-Lieu, vineyards, and river systems like the Acheneau and Le Tenu. This blend of water, forest, and agricultural land provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Bouaye offers a range of outdoor activities for…
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4.8
(19)
118
riders
47.4km
03:10
250m
250m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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riders
21.7km
01:21
40m
40m
Easy mountain bike ride.

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25.4km
01:44
130m
130m
Easy mountain bike ride.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.
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123
riders
45.4km
01:54
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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48
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26.3km
01:05
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
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77.5km
03:27
330m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
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72.3km
03:05
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.2
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31
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25.6km
01:43
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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17.8km
01:04
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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16.5km
01:14
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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10
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31.1km
01:54
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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25
hikers
11.3km
02:53
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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7.66km
01:57
20m
20m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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6.90km
01:46
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20m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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14.0km
03:35
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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60
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50.0km
03:03
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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43.9km
02:37
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180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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39.8km
02:15
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

5.0
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13
riders
84.9km
05:10
280m
280m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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9
runners
13.7km
01:31
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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6.36km
00:40
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30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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6.99km
00:45
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
7.48km
00:50
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Bouaye offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Hiking. The region features diverse landscapes such as Lac de Grand-Lieu, vineyards, and river systems. More than 180 routes are available across these sports.
Bouaye has 83 road cycling routes available on komoot. These routes often utilize paved cycle paths and quiet country roads. For detailed information, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Bouaye guide.
Bouaye provides mountain biking opportunities with 16 dedicated MTB trails. Some routes feature more rugged terrain, while others are easier. The MTB Trails around Bouaye guide offers further details.
Touring cyclists can explore 29 routes in Bouaye, often following gentle paths and scenic landscapes. The "Tour of Grand-Lieu Lake" is a notable route suitable for touring cyclists. More information is available in the Cycling around Bouaye guide.
Bouaye offers 36 jogging routes, including paths around Lac de Grand-Lieu and along "liaisons douces" (gentle links). These paths are suitable for various fitness levels. The Running Trails around Bouaye guide provides specific route details.
Many routes in Bouaye, such as "The Sharp Stone – Gravel path in the forest loop" and "The Acheneau – Le Tenu loop," are described as easy rides suitable for all fitness levels. These routes primarily use paved surfaces, making them suitable for families. The commune's "liaisons douces" also provide accessible paths.
Bouaye's primary natural gem is the Lac de Grand-Lieu, France's largest bird sanctuary. The region also features picturesque vineyards, the Acheneau and Le Tenu rivers, and various forests and gravel paths. The Pays d'Herbauges offers scenic landscapes where land and water blend.
The Lac de Grand-Lieu is France's largest bird sanctuary, supporting a diverse array of bird species like the gray heron and white stork. Its water levels fluctuate significantly between winter (up to 6,000 hectares) and summer (around 1,000 hectares). The Maison du Lac de Grand-Lieu offers exhibitions and educational insights into this wetland environment.
Bouaye's outdoor routes are highly rated on komoot, with an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars. More than 15,000 visitors have shared their experiences, contributing to over 1,100 ratings for the 187 available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Bouaye, including Road Cycling Routes around Bouaye, MTB Trails around Bouaye, Cycling around Bouaye, Running Trails around Bouaye, Gravel biking around Bouaye, and Hiking around Bouaye.
The official website for the municipality of Bouaye is www.bouaye.fr. The general phone number for the Mairie de Bouaye is +33 (0)2 51 70 55 55.

