Puceul, a region in the Loire-Atlantique department of France, offers a rural setting characterized by tranquil bocage, serene ponds, and gentle undulations. Situated on the southern edge of the Nozay plateau, its diverse landscape provides a suitable environment for a range of outdoor pursuits. This area is well-suited for several sports like hiking, gravel biking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Puceul provides opportunities for outdoor activities across its varied terrain. Explore the bocage landscape…
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178
hikers
7.26km
01:54
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50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.55km
01:12
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.94km
00:45
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
50.5km
03:42
210m
210m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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29.1km
01:59
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180m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:07
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190m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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40.9km
03:11
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
riders
37.3km
01:48
50m
50m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49.7km
02:25
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90m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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82.1km
04:02
150m
150m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.0km
02:12
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60m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
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45.7km
02:10
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42.4km
01:50
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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32.3km
01:32
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140m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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49.1km
02:05
290m
290m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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14
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.1km
01:44
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110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
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30.0km
02:17
110m
110m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.1km
02:44
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
9.13km
00:58
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.3km
01:23
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.00km
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.46km
00:47
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Puceul offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region features a diverse landscape of bocage, ponds, and gentle undulations. More than 5,000 visitors have explored the area, with routes rated an average of 4.37 out of 5 stars.
Puceul is characterized by a 'bocage' landscape, featuring a patchwork of small fields, hedgerows, and woodlands. The area also includes serene ponds and is situated on the southern edge of the Nozay plateau, with altitudes ranging from 85 feet (26m) to 269 feet (82m). Geological features like 'pierre bleue' and old shale quarries are also present.
Yes, Puceul and the wider CC Nozay area provide an extensive network of hiking trails, totaling 109 miles (176 km). These trails traverse varied terrain, including bocage and unique geological sites. For more information, consult the Hiking around Puceul guide.
The 7.5-mile (12 km) "Sentier de la Fontaine Saint Clair" offers a peaceful bocage route, leading to the historic Saint-Clair fountain. Additionally, the nearby Abbaretz features a "Mine Trail" with distinctive landscapes. These routes provide diverse experiences for hikers.
Puceul is well-suited for gravel biking, utilizing varied terrain that mixes paved surfaces with unpaved tracks and rural pathways. The "Circuit des 7 étangs" is a cycling route that connects ponds across the communes, incorporating agricultural roads and former railway lines. Explore options in the Gravel biking around Puceul guide.
Yes, the CC Nozay area, including Puceul, offers 109 miles (176 km) of trails suitable for touring cyclists. These routes connect different communes and points of interest, emphasizing local heritage. The gently undulating terrain provides manageable challenges for touring. Find routes in the Cycling around Puceul guide.
The broader CC Nozay area supports mountain biking, with facilities available at La Ville-au-Chef in Nozay. The presence of older quarries and wooded areas within the bocage landscape suggests potential for technical trails. Various skill levels of mountain bikers can find opportunities. Refer to the MTB Trails around Puceul guide for more details.
Puceul offers road cycling opportunities within its rural setting and connecting to nearby areas. The gently undulating terrain of the Nozay plateau is suitable for road cyclists. Information on routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Puceul guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Puceul, including Hiking around Puceul, Gravel biking around Puceul, Cycling around Puceul, MTB Trails around Puceul, Road Cycling Routes around Puceul, and Running Trails around Puceul.
Puceul is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 stars. This indicates a positive reception from the outdoor community.
The official website for the Mairie de Puceul (Puceul Town Hall) is www.puceul.fr. The phone number for the Mairie de Puceul is +33 (0)2 40 51 35 54. These resources can provide further local information.

