Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon, a region in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Brittany, France, offers diverse landscapes for outdoor pursuits. The area is characterized by the meandering Couesnon river and its valley, featuring an undulating terrain with traditional Breton bocage, extensive wooded areas, and granite outcrops. These natural features provide varied environments suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities, Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon provides a selection of 8 routes across…
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4.5
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Average rating
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4.5
(26)
111
hikers
14.4km
03:46
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(33)
148
hikers
12.2km
03:16
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(14)
101
hikers
5.48km
01:28
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(12)
78
hikers
5.46km
01:30
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(4)
63
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(7)
40
riders
38.3km
03:11
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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13
riders
26.4km
02:12
220m
220m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.7
(3)
6
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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50
runners
7.85km
00:55
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
6.37km
00:47
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
18.3km
02:09
190m
190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
16.5km
01:47
220m
220m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(5)
19
riders
43.7km
03:04
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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19
riders
60.4km
04:18
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
8
riders
18.0km
01:36
230m
230m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
5
riders
28.9km
02:02
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.0
(2)
12
riders
38.4km
01:39
300m
300m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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10
riders
33.0km
01:28
300m
300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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2.5
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23
riders
116km
06:18
780m
780m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
38.6km
02:42
360m
360m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

3
riders
21.0km
01:37
200m
200m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4
riders
75.0km
05:01
680m
680m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes such as traditional bocage, wooded areas, and granite outcrops. There are 8 routes available, with an average rating of 4.42 stars from more than 500 ratings.
Yes, Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon has an extensive network of hiking paths, including sections of the long-distance GR 37 and GR 39 trails. The broader Couesnon Marches de Bretagne area offers over 186 miles (300 km) of marked trails, typically ranging from 3 to 14 miles (5 to 23 km) in length. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon guide.
The region provides options for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. Cyclists can explore greenways and minor roads, including a route linking Fougères to Mont-Saint-Michel. Dedicated guides are available for Cycling around Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon, Road Cycling Routes, and MTB Trails.
The diverse network of trails in Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon includes paths suitable for various skill levels, which can accommodate families. The terrain varies from traditional bocage to wooded areas, offering accessible routes for leisurely walks and rides. Specific family-friendly routes can be found by filtering for easier difficulties within the available guides.
Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon is characterized by the meandering Couesnon river and its valley, featuring an undulating landscape. Notable natural features include the Couesnon River itself, its marshes (like the Marais de Sougéal), traditional Breton bocage, extensive wooded areas, and granite outcrops. The Marais de Sougéal is a classified Remarkable Area of Brittany known for its biodiversity.
The routes in Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon are well-regarded on komoot, with an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars. More than 5,800 visitors have explored the area, contributing to over 500 ratings. This indicates a positive user experience for the 8 available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon, covering various activities. These include guides for Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Running, and Gravel biking.
While specific accommodation or cafe listings are not provided, Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon is part of the new commune of Rives-du-Couesnon. Information regarding local services, including potential accommodation and dining options, may be available through the official municipal website. The region also features charming stone buildings and hamlets that may offer local amenities.
Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon is now part of the commune of Rives-du-Couesnon. The official website for the commune is www.rivesducouesnon.fr. This site provides information about the local area and its services.
For inquiries related to Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon, which is now part of Rives-du-Couesnon, you can contact the Mairie déléguée (delegated town hall). The phone number for the Mairie déléguée of Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon is +33299391254.
Yes, Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon offers dedicated mountain biking circuits, such as a 12-mile (20 km) loop from Vieux-Vy-sur-Couesnon. Many hiking trails are also suitable for mountain biking, allowing for customized routes. Further details can be found in the MTB Trails around Saint-Marc-Sur-Couesnon guide.

