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View of Candes-Saint-Martin – Saumur loop from Turquant

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View of Candes-Saint-Martin – Saumur loop from Turquant

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View of Candes-Saint-Martin – Saumur loop from Turquant

02:40

44.7km

240m

Cycling

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: June 21, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc naturel régional Loire-Anjou-Touraine

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Start point

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2.18 km

Pont de Varennes-Montsoreau

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This century-old beam bridge, 600 meters long, is magnificent and offers an incredible view over the Loire.

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11.0 km

View of the Vienne

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The banks of the Vienne are perfect for cycling. Beautiful places allow you to contemplate its course and its natural environment, like this one located on the right bank between Chinon and Saumur.

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15.3 km

Candes-Saint-Martin is a commune of 212 inhabitants in the department of Indre-et-Loire in the Center-Val de Loire region. The commune with its sanctuary Saint-Martin is classified as one of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. Wikipedia

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20.8 km

Port de TURQUANT - overlooking Loire

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This bench by the water is an inviting place to enjoy the mighty Loire River. This site also has plenty of parking space. From here you can start walks or bike rides in the region.

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20.9 km

Loire Riverside at Turquant

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magnificent spots on this river that we have cycled along from Nevers to Nantes

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21.9 km

Turquant

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To build the beautiful houses of the area here lard was mined. Many people lived in the caves until 1935. Today, the caves are restored and there are many cafes, bed and breakfasts and various art shops.

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27.8 km

Loire Riverside Gravel Trail

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Very nice gravel along the banks of the Loire. Know that you are not alone here. Enjoy together, each at their own pace.

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31.1 km

Saumur

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Saumur was built on the basis of a 9th-century castle. It's a pretty little town with a pretty square with half-timbered houses. Nice cafes and a very good bakery on the square.

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44.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.5 km

11.3 km

6.62 km

5.80 km

5.76 km

619 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.0 km

8.68 km

2.33 km

332 m

204 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 26 June

37°C

22°C

54 %

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View of Candes-Saint-Martin – Saumur loop from Turquant

Pont de Varennes-Montsoreau

View of the Vienne