cycling routes around Saumur
Camping Les Terres de Belle Rive to ThouetKayaks
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Camping Les Terres de Belle Rive is a charming site on the Loire at the confluence of the Vienne and Loire rivers, located on the Loire à Vélo route. It offers a variety of accommodation including wooden lodges, bohemian caravans, riverboats and tented eco-lodges, alongside spacious pitches for tents, caravans, and campervans. Families can enjoy on-site activities like paddleboarding, canoeing, animal care workshops, and evening shows. The campsite also provides a collective kitchen, restaurant, grocery shop, bike rentals and secure bike storage, making it ideal for cyclists exploring the Loire Valley. Visitors can enjoy local gastronomy, village walks, and river-based leisure.
Montsoreau is a riverside village in the Loire Valley, renowned for its château overlooking the Loire River. Its picturesque streets, art galleries, and proximity to vineyards make it a delightful stop. Cyclists can enjoy scenic rides along the riverbanks and nearby vineyards.
Turquant is classified among “Les Plus Beaux Villages de France.” Its troglodyte dwellings, narrow streets, and art galleries make it a picturesque stop. Cyclists can enjoy gentle Loire Valley paths leading into the village.
Souzay-Champigny is a charming village at the heart of the Saumur wine region, known for its red wines. Visitors can explore wine caves and enjoy quiet village streets. Cyclists can follow scenic routes along the vineyards.
Saint-Cyr-en-Bourg is a historic village in the Loire Valley, celebrated for its religious and secular heritage as well as its vibrant wine culture. The 12th-century Église Saint-Cyr, built from local tuffeau stone, features a Romanesque apse and bell tower and has been a central site for community life for centuries. The 11th-century Chapelle Notre-Dame and the troglodytic Château de Saumoussay further illustrate the village’s architectural history. Wine tourism plays a key role, with estates such as Domaine Fouet and Domaine de Nerleux offering organic vineyards, tastings, and visits to underground tuffeau cellars. Saint-Cyr-en-Bourg’s blend of historic landmarks, scenic vineyards, and cultural events, including harvest festivals, makes it a distinctive destination in the Saumur-Champigny appellation.
ThouetKayaks offers canoe and kayak hire on the River Thouet, close to Saumur, providing a calm way to explore this quieter tributary of the Loire. Located directly on the Thouet à Vélo and La Vélo Francette cycling routes, it is an easy detour for cyclists looking to experience the river from the water. Paddling routes pass through peaceful natural surroundings, where wildlife such as herons, egrets and kingfishers can often be seen. A range of boats is available, including kayaks for experienced users and two- or three-seater canoes suitable for families. The activity is accessible to all levels and offers a relaxed, outdoor complement to a day’s cycling.
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