Sainte-Barbe is a region characterized by its varied terrain, offering a blend of wooded landscapes, rocky paths, and notable elevation changes, particularly around the Ellé Valley. This environment provides a diverse setting for outdoor pursuits. The area's natural features make it suitable for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, touring cycling, and more, attracting those who seek active exploration.
Exploring Sainte-Barbe offers opportunities for various outdoor activities across its natural landscapes. With 3…
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4.6
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Average rating
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4.6
(5)
61
riders
83.9km
04:27
1,260m
1,260m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
(4)
41
riders
48.8km
02:08
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

31
riders
96.1km
04:46
1,250m
1,250m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
(4)
21
riders
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.9
(17)
119
riders
25.9km
01:36
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

76
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
riders
18.6km
02:01
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
16
riders
21.7km
01:27
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(4)
126
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

50
runners
13.5km
01:44
430m
430m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

42
runners
25.2km
02:38
160m
160m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
11.3km
01:33
460m
460m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(4)
73
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(22)
61
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
28
hikers
6.53km
02:05
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
27
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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46
riders
17.2km
01:59
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(5)
49
riders
48.2km
04:17
740m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(4)
31
riders
25.5km
01:24
150m
150m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(10)
126
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
28.7km
02:11
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
33.7km
02:16
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
2
riders
19.6km
01:26
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
2
riders
49.7km
03:29
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sainte-Barbe offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region features varied terrain, from wooded landscapes to rocky paths. There are 3 routes available, with an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Sainte-Barbe provides options for road cycling. Routes often navigate quiet local roads and some busier departmental roads, allowing exploration of varied heritage and landscapes. For more details, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Sainte-Barbe guide.
Sainte-Barbe offers mountain biking opportunities, with trails that can include rocky paths and sections through woods. The region's natural features, such as wetlands and woodlands, contribute to diverse trail environments. Information on specific routes is available in the MTB Trails around Sainte-Barbe guide.
Running trails in Sainte-Barbe utilize the region's varied terrain, including circuits with climbs and descents. An example is a pyramid circuit with a 90-meter (295-foot) climb to the Sainte-Barbe Chapel. Further details can be found in the Running Trails around Sainte-Barbe guide.
Sainte-Barbe is suitable for touring cycling, with routes designed for electric bikes, hybrid bikes, and touring/gravel cycling. These routes often connect historical sites and natural areas, such as the chapels of Sainte-Barbe and Saint-Fiacre. The Cycling around Sainte-Barbe guide provides more information.
Key natural features include the Ellé Valley, characterized by an approximately 80-meter (262-foot) elevation difference and a narrow, wooded landscape. Notable landmarks include the late Gothic Sainte-Barbe Chapel and the Saint-Fiacre Chapel. These sites are often integrated into cycling and hiking routes.
Yes, Sainte-Barbe provides numerous walks and hikes that explore the Ellé Valley and connect historical chapels. These routes range from easy to moderate, accommodating various fitness levels. The Hiking around Sainte-Barbe guide offers detailed information.
Gravel biking in Sainte-Barbe involves routes that combine quiet local roads with rocky paths and sections through woods. The varied terrain and historical sites make for engaging rides. The Gravel biking around Sainte-Barbe guide details specific routes.
Sainte-Barbe's routes are well-regarded on komoot, with more than 7,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 3 available routes have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 stars from 644 ratings. This indicates a positive reception from the outdoor community.
Komoot offers several guides for Sainte-Barbe, covering various sports. These include guides for Road Cycling, MTB Trails, Running Trails, Touring Cycling, Hiking, and Gravel Biking.
For official information regarding Sainte-Barbe, the official website is mairie-saintebarbe.fr. You can also reach them by phone at +33 3 87 76 6.
The region offers routes that combine leisure with discovery, such as an easy 6.9-mile (11.18-kilometer) cycling loop with an ascent of 679 feet (207 meters). These types of routes are generally suitable for beginners and families looking for less strenuous outdoor activities.
The cycling terrain in Sainte-Barbe is varied, featuring quiet local roads, some busier departmental roads, and sections through woods. Routes can include rocky paths and elevation changes, particularly around the Ellé Valley. This diversity caters to different cycling preferences.

