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Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Roanne
Villerest

R8 – one dam to the next

Moderate

4.0

(4)

24

riders

R8 – one dam to the next

01:50

29.8km

280m

Cycling

This loop of about thirty kilometers takes you from Villerest to Renaison, taking small country roads without significant elevation, the main climb being from the first meters, starting from the lake of Villerest.

At the Villerest leisure center, you can enjoy many activities such as swimming on the beach, boat…

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Last updated: February 11, 2025

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10.8 km

Château de Saint-André d'Apchon

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The castle of Saint-André-d'Apchon dates from the 16th century and notably hosted King Henry II and Catherine de Medici in 1548. It is possible to visit the castle but it …

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Saint-André-d'Apchon is surrounded by a vineyard which slightly overhangs the surroundings and offers a lovely panorama over the village and the Roanne coast.

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29.0 km

Villerest Leisure Centre

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The Villerest leisure center offers commented cruises on the lake, boat rentals, sailing, but also swimming, a sandy beach and fishing activities.

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Way Types & Surfaces

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25.0 km

3.79 km

1.03 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.2 km

7.45 km

131 m

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Wednesday 11 November

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May 23, 2022

This loop of about thirty kilometers takes you from Villerest to Renaison, taking small country roads without significant elevation, the main climb being from the first meters, starting from the lake of Villerest.



At the Villerest leisure center, you can enjoy many activities such as swimming on the beach

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