Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert is a commune located in the Orne department of the Normandy region in France, nestled within the Normandie-Maine Regional Nature Park. The area features a diverse landscape of hedged farmlands, dense forests, and rolling hills, with elevations ranging from 168m to 268m. This varied topography, along with natural features like the Étang du Petit Jard and the Gourbe and Saint Ursin rivers, provides an ideal setting for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
63
Routes
4.6
(84)
Average rating
690
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4.4
(8)
37
hikers
5.58km
01:29
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(17)
54
hikers
8.96km
02:24
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(14)
46
hikers
8.25km
02:13
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
43
hikers
2.48km
00:41
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
28.1km
01:46
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

39.0km
02:37
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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28
riders
46.1km
02:48
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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14
riders
105km
06:29
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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73
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
9.29km
00:31
100m
100m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
riders
127km
05:51
1,400m
1,400m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

7
riders
89.5km
04:05
900m
900m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3.0
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20
riders
43.6km
03:31
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
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13
riders
26.9km
02:09
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
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17
riders
44.5km
03:36
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
14
riders
44.6km
03:29
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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39
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
8.40km
01:03
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
10.9km
01:09
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
11.0km
01:21
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
41.4km
02:22
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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7
riders
51.6km
03:31
530m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, jogging, road cycling, and gravel biking. The region features more than 10 routes across these sports. Over 5,000 visitors have explored the area, giving routes an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars.
The area around Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert provides numerous touring cycling routes that connect small villages and historical sites. These routes wind through undulating hills, agricultural plains, and extensive forests. More information can be found in the Cycling around Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert guide.
Yes, Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert offers several hiking trails, including documented circuits within the commune. An example is a loop ranging from 5.5 to 7.6 miles (8.8 to 12.3 km) with an elevation gain of 164 feet (50 m), typically taking around 3 hours. The wider Normandie-Maine Regional Nature Park also provides a vast array of trails. Explore available routes in the Hiking around Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert guide.
The varied terrain of the Normandie-Maine Regional Nature Park, where Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert is located, provides opportunities for mountain biking. The landscape includes rolling hills and forests, offering routes with mixed terrain, including both paved and unpaved sections. Specific trails are detailed in the MTB Trails around Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert guide.
The region's diverse landscape and network of paths offer options suitable for various skill levels, including easier routes for families. The tranquil rural environment and scenic trails are well-suited for activities like gentle cycling or walking. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified by checking route details and difficulty levels on komoot.
Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert is characterized by the Norman bocage, featuring hedged farmlands, dense forests, and rolling hills. A notable natural feature is the Étang du Petit Jard, a 57-acre (23-hectare) pond where various wildlife, such as crested grebes, herons, and egrets, can be observed. The Gourbe and Saint Ursin Rivers also contribute to the area's natural beauty.
Spring, summer, and early autumn are generally suitable seasons for outdoor activities in Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert. These periods offer favorable conditions for exploring the region's cycling routes, hiking trails, and other outdoor pursuits. The scenery is also particularly vibrant during these months.
Komoot offers several guides for Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert, including Cycling around Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert, Hiking around Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert, MTB Trails around Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert, Running Trails around Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert, Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert, and Gravel biking around Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert.
Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have received an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars from nearly 500 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
The commune of Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert features a varied topography with elevations ranging from 551 feet (168 m) to 879 feet (268 m). This provides diverse terrain suitable for various outdoor activities, from gentle strolls to more challenging climbs.
For official inquiries regarding Saint-Patrice-Du-Désert, the Mairie (town hall) serves as the primary point of contact. The phone number for the Mairie is +33233371606. Information can also be found on government service portals.

