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The Loire from ocean to source – GR 3 between Nantes and Angers
6 days
5-7 h/day
124km
990m
980m
Among the long-distance hiking trails that crisscross France, the oldest is the GR 3. It follows the course of the Loire, one of Europe's last wild rivers and a UNESCO World Heritage site, for 1,300 kilometres (807 mi). Starting from Mont Gerbier de Jonc, where the river originates, the route winds through diverse landscapes and regions before reaching the ocean. From the Massif Central to the Atlantic, this trail passes through the magnificent Loire Valley with castles that delight hikers…
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The Loire, from the ocean to its source -- The GR 3 between Nantes and Angers
119km
970m
960m
Last updated: November 21, 2024
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
22.2km
07:14
290m
280m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
21.5km
06:41
130m
140m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Collection Stats
Activities
6
Distance
124 km
Duration
38:58 h
Elevation
990 m
980 m
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