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France
Centre-Val de Loire
Chinon
Saint-Benoît-La-Forêt

View of Ussé castle – The Azay Mill loop from Saint-Benoît-la-Forêt

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France
Centre-Val de Loire
Chinon
Saint-Benoît-La-Forêt

View of Ussé castle – The Azay Mill loop from Saint-Benoît-la-Forêt

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View of Ussé castle – The Azay Mill loop from Saint-Benoît-la-Forêt

03:18

56.1km

330m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: August 24, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc naturel régional Loire-Anjou-Touraine

Waypoints

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22.6 km

Loire à Vélo Cycle Path Near Huismes

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The Loire River Cycle Route near Huismes offers a serene and scenic journey through the heart of the Loire Valley, where you will cycle past the vineyards, charming stone villages …

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26.0 km

View of Ussé castle

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On the horizon, when the weather is clear, you can see the silhouette of the Château de Ussé. This fairytale castle has a magical appearance that overlooks the Indre and …

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30.3 km

L'Indre by Bike

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An interesting option to avoid the potential headwind on the Loire by bike by lifting. This also allows you to change the landscape and enjoy rolling paths without any cars.

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35.5 km

View of the Indre

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A small bridge over the river always invites you to slow down for a moment. Enjoy the current and life on and around the water.

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39.6 km

L'Islette Castle

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The Château de l'Islette's architecture is reminiscent of the Château de Azay-le-Rideau. Completed around 1530, it has always been maintained in perfect condition.
Less renowned than the surrounding Loire Valley …

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42.6 km

Azay-le-Rideau Mill

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Nestled on the banks of the Indre, a stone's throw from the city center and the castle,
this beautiful 16th century mill visible from the bridge which spans an arm …

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42.7 km

The Azay Mill

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Situated on the banks of the Indre, from the bridge you have a beautiful view of the site and the beautiful 16th century mill.

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42.8 km

Azay-le-Rideau

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56.1 km

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26.1 km

19.0 km

7.66 km

3.13 km

301 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

26.7 km

14.9 km

10.6 km

3.02 km

742 m

184 m

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Saturday 5 September

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