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Medieval Village of Vouvant – The Mother loop from Fontenay-le-Comte

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Pays de la Loire

Medieval Village of Vouvant – The Mother loop from Fontenay-le-Comte

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Medieval Village of Vouvant – The Mother loop from Fontenay-le-Comte

03:11

48.0km

610m

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 13, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc naturel régional du Marais poitevin

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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17.0 km

Route along the Mère River in the Mervent-Vouvant Forest

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Pretty shaded road which crosses the national forest of Mervent-Vouvant. It runs alongside then crosses the Mother which brings a welcome freshness in summer.

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22.5 km

Bridge at the foot of Porte La Poterne

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As you approach this bridge, you will have a breathtaking view of the ramparts of the medieval town of Vouvant.

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22.6 km

Medieval Village of Vouvant

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Absolutely gorgeous medieval fortified town built on a hillside overlooking a river. Remains of the castle walls and keep, lovely church, plus art galleries, cafes and great walks around the cobbled streets and surrounding parklands.

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34.3 km

View of the Valley from the Castle Park

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dominant view over the valley, magnificent!

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35.4 km

The Mother

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Viewpoint by large crucifix on outskirts of Mervent giving lovely views over Vendee river valley

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48.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.6 km

8.10 km

6.60 km

1.69 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.6 km

18.6 km

3.22 km

2.41 km

1.12 km

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Tuesday 19 May

21°C

13°C

15 %

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