Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 18.7 km for 80 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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18.8 km

Embellie Beach

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Located four kilometers from Ronce-les-Bains, this magnificent fine sand beach is bordered by dunes populated with holm oaks and pines. It is accessed by a sandy path which leads to …

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20.7 km

Through the La Coubre state forest

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Superb walk in the forest.

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30.1 km

View of the Coubre Lighthouse from the dune

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At the exit of the Coubre national forest, the landscape opens onto the dunes, and you can see the lighthouse.

The Coubre lighthouse watches over maritime traffic in the Gironde estuary.

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31.9 km

Shaded Cycle Path Along Baie de Bonne Anse

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Beautiful shady bike path with many picnic opportunities and a great view of Baie de Bonne Anse.

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37.3 km

Beach

42.5 km

Viewpoint

43.8 km

Carrelets of Saint Palais sur mer

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The carrelets of Saint-Palais-sur-Mer are among the most emblematic elements of the Charente coastline. Their history blends traditional fishing, tourist development, and local heritage.

🐟 Origin of the carrelets

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47.5 km

Bois Lo Défens

Forest

50.7 km

Carrelets on Pigeonnier Beach

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This beach is a "tobacco-free" beach where smoking is prohibited.
After asking questions to the Ligue contre le Cancer, they point out that "vaping can be a risk reduction tool …

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51.6 km

Chay Beach

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Chay Beach is a sandy beach that offers a breathtaking view of the Cordouan lighthouse. It is surrounded by rocky cliffs and, as such, is sheltered from the wind and is a pleasant place to do your hike.

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51.9 km

Carrelets de Royan

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The classic to do at least once. Just avoid busy days during the peak tourist season.

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80.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

59.2 km

9.51 km

6.83 km

3.70 km

1.07 km

435 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

73.5 km

3.19 km

2.42 km

1.20 km

353 m

193 m

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Wednesday 22 April

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