Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois is a region located in the Maine-et-Loire department of the Pays de la Loire, characterized by a blend of agricultural lands, vineyards, and dense forests. The terrain features expansive plains, viticultural plateaus, and the significant Brignon forest massif, offering varied landscapes for outdoor pursuits. This area provides opportunities for several sports like mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, and more. The natural features and diverse geography of Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois make it suitable for a range of outdoor activities.
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4.6
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19
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
hikers
2.59km
00:39
0m
0m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.77km
01:15
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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9.00km
02:20
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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46.9km
03:07
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
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46.4km
03:06
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
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32.1km
02:21
160m
160m
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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riders
61.2km
04:27
420m
420m
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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17
riders
43.0km
01:51
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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36.6km
01:33
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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14
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49.6km
02:10
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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10
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
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32.7km
02:02
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.7km
01:31
120m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
runners
24.6km
02:50
190m
190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

6
runners
8.42km
00:56
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
9.06km
01:01
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.70km
00:46
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54.4km
03:31
360m
360m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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2
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63.0km
03:39
260m
260m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

3
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30.0km
01:55
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region's diverse landscape of agricultural lands, vineyards, and forests provides suitable terrain for these pursuits. There are 2 routes available on komoot, with an average rating of 4.49 stars.
The landscape of Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois features a blend of agricultural lands, vineyards, and dense forests. Expansive plains, viticultural plateaus, and the significant Brignon forest massif are prominent natural features. Traditional architecture with houses made of "tuffeau" stone also adds to the scenic charm.
Yes, the Brignon forest massif offers potential for mountain biking on its trails. The varied terrain of forests and agricultural lands presents opportunities for rides. More information can be found in the MTB Trails around Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois guide.
Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois is a base for hikers, featuring trails like "Au Pays des 27 Hameaux" which starts at the village church. This route offers panoramas of vineyards, meadows, cereal fields, and small woods, including parts of the Brignon forest. The wider Anjou region also provides numerous marked paths for various skill levels. Explore more in the Hiking around Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois guide.
The region's terrain, with gentle gradients across plains and plateaus, is suitable for road cycling. Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois benefits from its proximity to the Loire Valley's extensive cycling networks, including sections of "La Loire à Vélo" and "Vélo Francette." These routes offer scenic rides through historic towns and vineyards. Consult the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois guide for details.
Yes, the area's gentle gradients and varied paths are well-suited for touring cycling. The broader Loire Valley provides an extensive network of paths, such as "La Loire à Vélo" and "Vélo Francette," known for scenic routes and flat terrain. These routes traverse historic towns and vineyards. The Cycling around Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois guide offers more information.
The diverse terrain of Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois, including forest paths and agricultural lands, is suitable for gravel biking. The region's varied landscapes offer opportunities for this activity. For specific routes, refer to the Gravel biking around Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois guide.
The region's terrain, characterized by gentle gradients across plains and plateaus, makes it suitable for various skill levels, including families. Hiking trails like "Au Pays des 27 Hameaux" offer accessible routes through diverse landscapes. The extensive cycling networks in the nearby Loire Valley also provide flat and scenic options for family outings.
Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois is characterized by expansive plains, viticultural plateaus, and the Brignon forest massif, which covers nearly 2,500 acres (1,000 hectares). The region also features vineyards, meadows, cereal fields, and small woods. The abbey pond near the Brignon forest is another notable natural element.
Outdoor routes in Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois pass by several historical sites. The "Au Pays des 27 Hameaux" trail, for instance, traces the edges of the Brignon forest and passes by the Brignon chapel and the abbey pond. The village also features a 9th-century gothic church.
There are 2 routes currently available on komoot for Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois. These routes cover various outdoor activities such as Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. More than 2,000 visitors have explored the region.
Routes in Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from 213 users who have shared their experiences in the region. The high rating indicates a positive experience for outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois, including MTB Trails around Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois, Cycling around Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois, and Hiking around Saint-Macaire-Du-Bois. Guides for Road Cycling, Running, and Gravel biking are also available. These guides provide detailed information for planning outdoor adventures.
The official website for the Mairie de Saint-Macaire-du-Bois is www.saintmacairedubois.fr. For direct inquiries, the official phone number for the Mairie is +33 2 41 52 26 94. These resources can provide further information about the commune.

