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

Last updated: December 10, 2025

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3.39 km

Olonne salt marshes

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It is worth taking a detour along the canals and on the paths bordering the salt marshes to discover these landscapes typical of the Vendée.

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8.01 km

Salaire bridge

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The Salary Bridge is located in the heart of the marsh and spans the Vertonne River. The original bridge was built in 1758 to replace the Cour de l’Île ferry.

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8.53 km

Trail through the Les Marais salt flats.
A variety of nature observations are possible. Please avoid unnecessary noise and do not drive on closed paths! Please do not leave the track!
Respect the nature!

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11.0 km

Chemin de la Tête de chien

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La Tête de chien is a beautiful forest path that connects the Granges beach and the Olonne marsh. The place is perfect for varying the landscapes during your outing, between sea, woods and wetlands.

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13.4 km

Lovely trail in the Olonne state forest

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Practicable in any season, mountain bike or hybrid bike

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15.9 km

Les Bourbes de l'Allerie

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very pleasant route in the forest with this passage in the muds of Allerie to see absolutely during your walk

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36.0 km

Plage de la Paracou

Beach

42.5 km

Ornithological observatory

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Here you can observe the diverse birdlife of the saltworks area without disturbing the animals.
There are display boards with explanations, unfortunately only in French

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43.6 km

Marais de la Foye

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45.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.4 km

13.1 km

4.38 km

4.04 km

2.53 km

335 m

319 m

Surfaces

16.4 km

13.0 km

7.58 km

3.94 km

3.80 km

457 m

Elevation

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