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The Mother – Medieval Village of Vouvant loop from La Grande Rhée

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The Mother – Medieval Village of Vouvant loop from La Grande Rhée

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The Mother – Medieval Village of Vouvant loop from La Grande Rhée

01:19

19.1km

250m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 28, 2026

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1.11 km

Amazing gravel trail through the Vouvant Forest

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2.93 km

Route along the Mère River in the Mervent-Vouvant Forest

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Pretty shaded road which crosses the national forest of Mervent-Vouvant. It runs alongside then crosses the Mother which brings a welcome freshness in summer.

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6.47 km

View of the Valley from the Castle Park

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dominant view over the valley, magnificent!

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The Mother

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Viewpoint by large crucifix on outskirts of Mervent giving lovely views over Vendee river valley

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16.5 km

Absolutely gorgeous medieval fortified town built on a hillside overlooking a river. Remains of the castle walls and keep, lovely church, plus art galleries, cafes and great walks around the cobbled streets and surrounding parklands.

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16.6 km

Bridge at the foot of Porte La Poterne

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As you approach this bridge, you will have a breathtaking view of the ramparts of the medieval town of Vouvant.

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19.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.0 km

3.62 km

2.52 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.7 km

4.62 km

1.42 km

1.25 km

1.21 km

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Tuesday 26 May

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The Mother – Medieval Village of Vouvant loop from La Grande Rhée

Amazing gravel trail through the Vouvant Forest

Route along the Mère River in the Mervent-Vouvant Forest

View of the Valley from the Castle Park

The Mother

Medieval Village of Vouvant

Bridge at the foot of Porte La Poterne

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