Cezais, a region in the Vendée department of Pays de la Loire, France, offers a varied landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. Situated at the border of the Mervent-Vouvant forest, the area features a mix of dense woodlands, bocage, and open plains. Three watercourses—the Ruisseau des Ventes, the Petit Fougerais, and the Mère—further shape the terrain, providing diverse environments for several sports like road cycling, hiking, jogging, touring cycling, and more. This geographical diversity creates a compelling setting for various outdoor…
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73
hikers
15.7km
04:11
180m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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10.3km
02:43
90m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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17.6km
04:53
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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11.8km
03:07
110m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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runners
15.7km
01:44
180m
170m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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28.7km
03:25
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410m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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8.80km
00:58
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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8.14km
00:55
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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riders
33.7km
01:52
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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67.6km
03:10
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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54.0km
02:20
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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27.8km
01:24
360m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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17
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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57.1km
04:09
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670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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39.6km
03:00
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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35.2km
02:14
400m
400m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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41.2km
02:59
370m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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16.2km
01:13
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Easy mountain bike ride.

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19.5km
01:19
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride.

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43.9km
03:21
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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riders
30.9km
02:12
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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67.8km
04:48
610m
610m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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43.8km
03:09
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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15.9km
01:13
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Cezais offers a variety of outdoor activities, including road cycling, hiking, jogging, touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes suitable for different types of exploration.
Cezais has 13 routes available for various outdoor sports. These routes have received an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars from more than 5,000 visitors.
Yes, Cezais offers several road cycling routes. These routes feature a mix of bocage and plains, with paved surfaces and loops catering to different fitness levels. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Cezais guide.
Hiking trails in Cezais are available, particularly around the Mervent-Vouvant forest and along the region's watercourses. The Hiking around Cezais guide provides details on various paths.
Cezais provides mountain biking opportunities, with trails often found within the Mervent-Vouvant forest. The varied topography of the region supports different levels of MTB activity. Consult the MTB Trails around Cezais guide for specific routes.
Cezais is characterized by the Mervent-Vouvant forest, a mix of bocage and plains, and three watercourses: the Ruisseau des Ventes, the Petit Fougerais, and the Mère. The Mère lake, a reservoir, is also a notable natural feature.
Cezais and its surroundings feature historical sites such as the 16th-century Château de la Cressonnière and the 10th-century Saint-Hilaire Church. Remnants like an old wash house and a 'logis' with 1200 pigeonholes also exist.
Yes, komoot offers a guide specifically for running. The Running Trails around Cezais guide details suitable routes for joggers and runners in the area.
Cyclists in Cezais can expect a mix of terrain, including paved departmental roads and paths. The region transitions between bocage and open plains, with some routes featuring elevation gains up to 1,500 feet (450 meters).
Cezais is suitable for touring cycling, offering accessible roads and paths through varied landscapes. The region's mix of woodlands and plains provides scenic routes for longer rides. Refer to the Cycling around Cezais guide for touring options.
Cezais is now part of the commune of Rives-du-Fougerais. Official information can be found on the Mairie of Rives-du-Fougerais website at rivesdufougerais.fr. The phone number for inquiries is +33251008495.
Yes, Cezais offers routes suitable for gravel biking, utilizing its diverse terrain of paths and less-trafficked roads. The Gravel biking around Cezais guide provides specific route information.

