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Loire River and Authion Marshes Circuit

Cycling sports, Cycle tourism route, Bike route in Loire-Authion
46.0 km
3h 15min
Very easy
  • Leaving from Saint-Mathurin-sur-Loire, take the 44 km Loire-Marais d'Authion cycling loop and discover the horticultural valley of Anjou and the villages nestling at the foot of the Loire slopes.

    Don't miss
    - The horticultural valley of Anjou, with its orchards, flower and vegetable fields protected by the Levée de la Loire.
    - The charming village of Le Thoureil, an ideal place to stroll along the quay lined with beautiful homes and flower-filled terraces.
    - The lighthouses of...
    Leaving from Saint-Mathurin-sur-Loire, take the 44 km Loire-Marais d'Authion cycling loop and discover the horticultural valley of Anjou and the villages nestling at the foot of the Loire slopes.

    Don't miss
    - The horticultural valley of Anjou, with its orchards, flower and vegetable fields protected by the Levée de la Loire.
    - The charming village of Le Thoureil, an ideal place to stroll along the quay lined with beautiful homes and flower-filled terraces.
    - The lighthouses of the Loire, along the GR3 trail to the church of Gennes-Val-de-Loire.

    Practical information
    - Public transport stop less than 500m from the starting point.
    - Route not passable during flood periods
    - Height difference: 25m
    - To continue your discovery of the destination, head to Angers and take advantage of the Conciergerie Vélo at the 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
2 Loire Odyssée : Centre de découverte
3 Loire Odyssée : Balades en Loire
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