Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: December 22, 2025

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4.57 km

Fantastic Loire cycle path

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Everything is just right here - cycling on an asphalted cycle path directly along the Loire - simply fantastic.

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5.16 km

Pont de Varades

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Not really a cycle lane, rather a sidewalk shared with pedestrians, but a corbelling project is in the works. This remains correct and safe. Magnificent views of Saint-Florent le Vieil.

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6.31 km

Cale de la Meilleraie

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You can stop for a few minutes on the quays of this charming fishing village and enjoy a remarkable view of the Loire, the Varades bridge and Saint-Florent-le-Vieil on the opposite bank.

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12.6 km

This former natural port of the river, transformed into a ship's hold in 1867, was mainly used for the transport of lime.
One of the many spots between Ancenis and La Meilleraie to admire the Loire (and especially its sandbanks).

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15.8 km

Gravel path

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Nice gravel road along the EV6 shortly after Anetz. Beautiful meadows and flowers in spring.

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18.9 km

Port of Ancenis

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Formerly very active, the port of Ancenis is nowadays mainly devoted to tourism and pleasure. You can sometimes see the Loire Princess cruise ship there.
Beautiful view of the Loire …

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19.6 km

Château d'Ancenis

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Beautiful small fortified castle, unfortunately wedged between the two main roads of the city and therefore not highlighted too much.

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34.0 km

View of Saint-Florent-le-Vieil

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Small friendly village which offers beautiful views of the landscape of the city on the banks of the Loire.

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38.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.3 km

11.1 km

3.60 km

2.20 km

487 m

146 m

Surfaces

18.2 km

17.3 km

2.11 km

673 m

395 m

213 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 10 March

14°C

7°C

17 %

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Fantastic Loire cycle path

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