Souligné-Sous-Ballon is a rural commune in the Sarthe department of the Pays de la Loire region, characterized by a varied landscape suitable for outdoor pursuits. The area features riverine environments along the Orne Saosnoise to its west, complemented by forested areas and gentle hills to the east. This combination of natural features provides diverse terrain for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Souligné-Sous-Ballon offers more than 30 routes for…
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29
hikers
5.83km
01:36
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
hikers
9.91km
02:33
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29
hikers
10.6km
02:43
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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121
riders
45.9km
03:18
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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25
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49.2km
03:26
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
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59.1km
04:19
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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42.5km
02:47
170m
170m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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82
riders
44.0km
03:18
400m
400m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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44
riders
78.2km
04:37
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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167km
10:10
1,230m
1,230m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
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Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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9
riders
44.7km
01:52
280m
280m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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106km
04:30
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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47.0km
01:56
220m
220m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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18
riders
50.3km
03:25
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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62.6km
03:51
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
82.8km
05:13
590m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
46.8km
02:29
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Souligné-Sous-Ballon offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The area's landscape features riverine environments, forests, and gentle hills, providing diverse terrain for exploration. More than 30 routes are available for various interests and skill levels.
Souligné-Sous-Ballon features 31 routes on komoot, which have been explored by more than 3,000 visitors. These routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive user experience. The community has provided 458 ratings for the available tours.
Souligné-Sous-Ballon offers several hiking routes, with local associations organizing excursions. Trails like 'Circuit des moulins de Neuville' explore riverbanks and historic sites, while 'Autour du Boulevard Nature' follows the Huisne river. Further details can be found in the Hiking around Souligné-Sous-Ballon guide.
Souligné-Sous-Ballon is suitable for various cycling activities, including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region's small roads and rural paths offer scenic routes for cyclists. Komoot lists at least 10 cycling routes in the vicinity.
Yes, komoot provides dedicated guides for different cycling disciplines in the area. Cyclists can consult the Cycling around Souligné-Sous-Ballon guide for touring, the MTB Trails around Souligné-Sous-Ballon guide for mountain biking, and the Road Cycling Routes around Souligné-Sous-Ballon guide for road cycling. A guide for Gravel biking around Souligné-Sous-Ballon is also available.
Souligné-Sous-Ballon is characterized by the Orne Saosnoise river to its west and forested areas to the east, reaching an elevation of 103 meters. The Terrain du Livet is a notable natural area within the village, dedicated to biodiversity preservation with an educational pond and eco-grazing.
The Terrain du Livet in the heart of Souligné-Sous-Ballon offers a peaceful green space suitable for walks and picnics, which can be enjoyed by families. The general landscape of gentle hills and riverine environments also lends itself to less strenuous outdoor activities. Specific family-friendly routes are not explicitly detailed but the varied terrain allows for diverse experiences.
The region's mix of riverine environments, forests, and gentle hills makes it suitable for outdoor activities across various seasons. Local associations organize monthly hiking excursions, suggesting year-round opportunities. The choice of season may depend on personal preference for foliage or temperature.
The official website for Souligné-Sous-Ballon is soulignesousballon.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie (Town Hall) can be reached at +33243273285.
Yes, some trails incorporate historical elements. The 'Circuit des moulins de Neuville' allows exploration of historic restored mills and the Château de Monthéard. The 'Parcs et patrimoine de Saint-Saturnin' route offers insights into local industrial, technological, and rural heritage.
The terrain in Souligné-Sous-Ballon is varied, featuring riverine environments along the Orne Saosnoise, forested areas, and gentle hills. This mix provides diverse conditions suitable for different outdoor pursuits, from flat riverbank paths to slightly elevated forest trails.

