Magnac-Laval is a region in the Haute-Vienne department of France, situated in the Basse-Marche area. The landscape is characterized by the tranquil Limousin countryside, featuring a mix of valleys and plateaus, traversed by numerous waterways including the Brame river. This varied terrain provides a suitable environment for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, jogging, road cycling, and more.
Magnac-Laval offers more than 50 routes for outdoor activities, catering to various interests and skill levels. Across…
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5.0
(1)
7
hikers
9.07km
02:22
70m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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13
hikers
9.99km
02:41
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
23.8km
06:17
210m
210m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
hikers
7.87km
02:09
120m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
riders
54.0km
03:34
650m
650m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
riders
43.5km
02:39
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
riders
44.8km
02:43
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
riders
44.6km
02:07
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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7
riders
48.0km
02:22
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
riders
44.2km
02:31
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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6
riders
38.5km
01:58
390m
390m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
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6
riders
37.6km
02:39
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
riders
28.2km
01:59
210m
210m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
22.5km
01:22
250m
250m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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2
riders
27.9km
01:56
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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5
runners
8.89km
01:02
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
runners
9.31km
01:01
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
7.86km
00:54
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
7.41km
00:48
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
23.0km
01:29
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
riders
32.7km
02:10
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
22.5km
01:29
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Magnac-Laval offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region has more than 70 routes available, with an average rating of 4.52 stars from over 700 visitors.
Magnac-Laval features touring cycling routes, including the "C4 circuit cyclo autour de Magnac-Laval et Le Dorat" and the "C21 circuit cyclo famille autour de Magnac-Laval et Villefavard." The "Voie Verte" also provides a 9.6 km (6 miles) accessible route between Magnac-Laval and Le Dorat. More information is available in the Cycling around Magnac-Laval guide.
Magnac-Laval offers several hiking circuits, such as the "Circuit des Pouyades" (8.7 km / 5.4 miles), "Chemin de Paris" (5.6 km / 3.5 miles), and "Chemin de la Margoulette" (7.8 km / 4.8 miles). The Hiking around Magnac-Laval guide provides additional details.
Yes, the "C21 circuit cyclo famille autour de Magnac-Laval et Villefavard" is certified by the French Cycling Federation and suitable for families. Additionally, the "Voie Verte" (Greenway) offers a 9.6 km (6 miles) accessible path between Magnac-Laval and Le Dorat, ideal for non-motorized activities like family cycling.
The Voie Verte is a 9.6 km (6 miles) accessible greenway between Magnac-Laval and Le Dorat. It follows former railway lines, passing through wooded areas and open landscapes. This route is suitable for cycling, jogging, and other non-motorized activities.
The Haut Limousin en Marche area, which includes Magnac-Laval, features an "Espace Cyclosport" with 21 routes. These routes range from 21 to 230 km (13 to 143 miles) and explore areas like the Monts de Blond and Mortemart. More options are in the Road Cycling Routes around Magnac-Laval guide.
Magnac-Laval offers mountain biking opportunities within its varied terrain. Specific trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Magnac-Laval guide. The region's mix of valleys and plateaus provides diverse options for mountain biking.
Trails in Magnac-Laval traverse the tranquil Limousin countryside, featuring valleys, plateaus, and numerous waterways like the Brame river. Notable natural features include the Étang des Pouyades and viewpoints overlooking the Étang de Vitrat.
Magnac-Laval has a rich historical heritage, including remnants of ramparts, a 14th-century tower, and vestiges of the old medieval castle. The Carolingian-era church with its stone bell tower and the old college with its bulbous tower are also notable landmarks. The "Chemin de Paris" hiking trail follows an ancient Gallo-Roman road.
Komoot offers several guides for Magnac-Laval, including Cycling around Magnac-Laval, Hiking around Magnac-Laval, Running Trails around Magnac-Laval, Road Cycling Routes around Magnac-Laval, MTB Trails around Magnac-Laval, and Gravel biking around Magnac-Laval.
The official website for Magnac-Laval is www.magnac-laval.fr. The Mairie (Town Hall) can be reached at +33 5 55 68 52 54. For tourist information, the "Magn'Accueil" service provides details on Magnac and its surroundings, including outdoor activities.
Yes, Magnac-Laval provides opportunities for jogging. The various hiking circuits and the Voie Verte are suitable for runners. The Running Trails around Magnac-Laval guide offers specific routes.

