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Loire-Layon-Aubance Vineyard Circuit

Cycling sports, Cycle tourism route, Bike route in Angers
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94.0 km
7h
Medium
  • Escape to the heart of prestigious vineyards and hillsides on this 94 km cycling loop, immersing yourself in the famous Coteaux du Layon and Aubance vineyards. Discover a steep landscape of vineyards, windmills, wine estates and characterful homes.

    Not-to-be-missed highlights
    - The confluence of the Maine and Loire rivers, a place of peace and quiet that is home to numerous animal species.
    - The Layon, a vineyard famous for its sweet wines.
    - Château de Brissac, in the heart of...
    Escape to the heart of prestigious vineyards and hillsides on this 94 km cycling loop, immersing yourself in the famous Coteaux du Layon and Aubance vineyards. Discover a steep landscape of vineyards, windmills, wine estates and characterful homes.

    Not-to-be-missed highlights
    - The confluence of the Maine and Loire rivers, a place of peace and quiet that is home to numerous animal species.
    - The Layon, a vineyard famous for its sweet wines.
    - Château de Brissac, in the heart of the Aubance vineyards, with its 70-hectare English park.

    Practical information
    - Public transport stop less than 500m from starting point.
    - Route not passable during flood periods
    - Elevation gain: 380m
    - For personalized advice, to leave your bike in a secure box or rent one, visit the Bike Concierge service at Angers Tourist Office.
  • Visitor alert
    Angers and the surrounding area, with its rich confluence of landscapes, are sometimes subject to flooding. Some paths may be temporarily impassable, so please remain vigilant.
Points of interest
1 Domaine national du Château d'Angers
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