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France
Centre-Val de Loire
Vendôme
Saint-Amand-Longpré

Meslay Castle – Saint-Georges Gate, Vendôme loop from Saint-Amand de Vendôme

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Bike touring routes & trails
France
Centre-Val de Loire
Vendôme
Saint-Amand-Longpré

Meslay Castle – Saint-Georges Gate, Vendôme loop from Saint-Amand de Vendôme

Hard

5.0

(3)

7

riders

Meslay Castle – Saint-Georges Gate, Vendôme loop from Saint-Amand de Vendôme

07:33

125km

570m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Natura 2000 de la Petite Beauce

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

50.7 km

Mooi castle

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The Château de Meslay is a neoclassical masterpiece where you can admire the architecture of the castle, which was built in the 18th century by Jules Michel Alexandre Hardouin, a royal architect. You can also learn about the history of the castle, which was visited by famous people such as Henri IV, the d'Argenson family and Germaine de Staël. The castle is surrounded by a park and gardens, classified as historic monuments since 1943. The Château de Meslay is a splendid place which will enchant you with its beauty and charm.

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50.7 km

Meslay Castle

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Along the road, this beautiful 18th century building catches the eye.

You can visit the castle. You will admire its furnished interior and enjoy the large terrace of the house.

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3

55.8 km

Vendôme

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Vendôme benefits from an extraordinary heritage with numerous exceptional sites and monuments. The city is also renowned for the excellence of its artistic crafts. Crossed by the Loir, it is located in an environment that will delight nature lovers.

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56.4 km

Le Loir

Lake

5

57.0 km

Saint-Georges Gate, Vendôme

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The Saint-Georges Gate marks the entrance to the town when crossing the Loir from the south. Its construction dates from the 14th century, although some elements were added later. From the bridge, you can admire the machicolations, medallions and ornamental sculptures present on the structure.

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6

61.4 km

Loir Bridge

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Further road in crushed stone: not for ace bike

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66.8 km

Rochambeau Castle

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It was originally a building remodeled in the 16th century by Marshal de Rochambeau to give it the fabric of a castle.

The building is listed as a historical monument. The common parts of the domain are installed in the troglodyte part of the site. A real curiosity.

It is possible to visit the castle in the summer season.

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71.3 km

Zone i - cultural space

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Zone i is a cultural space around the image and the environment nestled in the heart of the valley in Thoré-la-Rochette.

This one-of-a-kind place hosts cultural actions designed by its creators, Mat and Monica. They vary over the years, the seasons and the inspiration of the creators.

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82.2 km

Lavardin

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Ranked among the most beautiful villages in France, Lavardin is a very pretty little town, where medieval, Renaissance and troglodyte styles mix. The Saint-Genest church is particularly beautiful, with its colorful paintings. Concerts take place there in summer.

Just opposite you will find a café-bakery, carved into the stone, which serves delicious ice cream. You won't be able to miss the remains of the castle and its 26 meter high tower. Note that it is possible to pitch your tent on the banks of the Loir, at the bottom of the village. The spot is very pleasant.

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125 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

102 km

13.0 km

7.16 km

1.84 km

600 m

232 m

Surfaces

76.1 km

39.9 km

6.46 km

1.37 km

528 m

402 m

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