Monnières is a commune situated in the heart of the Nantes Vineyard (Vignoble Nantais) in Loire-Atlantique, France. The landscape is characterized by rolling vineyards, the winding Sèvre Nantaise river, and tranquil pathways, providing a varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This area offers opportunities for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
Monnières provides a range of outdoor activities for enthusiasts. There are more than 20 routes available across several sports…
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4.6
(12)
25
hikers
7.50km
02:06
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
32
hikers
11.2km
03:07
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
hikers
11.4km
03:12
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
hikers
5.60km
01:33
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(23)
160
riders
56.3km
03:19
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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42
riders
51.9km
03:05
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50
riders
47.4km
03:02
130m
130m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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43
riders
19.7km
01:11
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(8)
161
riders
37.0km
01:49
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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116
riders
109km
04:36
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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90
riders
79.9km
03:25
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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95
riders
31.3km
01:53
110m
110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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155
runners
21.8km
02:44
540m
540m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

52
runners
10.1km
01:17
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

54
runners
11.6km
01:25
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
6.60km
00:48
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(28)
62
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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37
riders
48.6km
03:41
600m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

41
riders
113km
06:09
610m
610m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
riders
41.0km
02:55
260m
260m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
34.8km
02:20
390m
390m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
125km
08:21
1,320m
1,320m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
35.9km
02:02
110m
110m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
17.1km
01:31
320m
320m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Monnières offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. There are 24 routes available, with an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from more than 1,100 ratings.
Monnières is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 14,000 visitors having explored its routes. The available routes have received an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,100 individual ratings.
Yes, Monnières offers several road cycling routes that traverse the picturesque Nantes vineyards and follow the Sèvre Nantaise river. These routes provide varying terrains suitable for different skill levels. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Monnières guide.
Monnières is part of the Vélidéale cycling route, a long-distance itinerary spanning over 370 miles (600 kilometers). This makes it a suitable hub for touring cyclists, with routes through vineyards and along the Sèvre Nantaise. The Cycling around Monnières guide provides further details.
Yes, Monnières and its surroundings feature dedicated mountain biking trails for various skill levels. Routes can lead through vineyards, forests, and along the Sèvre Nantaise. An example is a round trip via Maisdon-sur-Sèvre, Château-Thébaud, and Aigrefeuille-sur-Maine. Consult the MTB Trails around Monnières guide for specific routes.
Monnières offers numerous marked hiking trails, including the 'Circuit des Moulins,' an approximately 7-mile (11-kilometer) loop. These trails showcase diverse landscapes, woodlands, and panoramic vineyard views from points like the Moulin de la Justice. The Hiking around Monnières guide lists available options.
The region is characterized by the Nantes Vineyard (Vignoble Nantais), the winding Sèvre Nantaise river, and historic mills such as Moulin de la Justice and Moulin de la Minière. The Étang des Tuileries also provides a serene natural setting. Some mills offer panoramic views of the vineyards.
Monnières offers routes suitable for families, particularly for leisurely cycling and hiking. The tranquil paths along the Sèvre Nantaise river and through the vineyards, often with gentle inclines, are appropriate for various ages. The Étang des Tuileries provides a pleasant spot for breaks.
Yes, Monnières provides routes suitable for beginners across various sports. For cycling, there are flat sections and gentle hills through the vineyards. Hiking trails also include easier loops, such as those along the Sèvre Nantaise river, making them accessible for those new to outdoor activities.
Komoot offers several guides for Monnières, including Road Cycling Routes around Monnières, Cycling around Monnières, MTB Trails around Monnières, Hiking around Monnières, Running Trails around Monnières, and Gravel biking around Monnières.
For official information, the Monnières town hall can be reached via their website at mairie-monnieres.fr. The phone number for the town hall is +33240546064.
Local guesthouses in Monnières often cater to cyclists, providing secure storage, repair tools, and sometimes electric bike rentals. For hikers, the Étang des Tuileries offers a tranquil spot for a picnic break along some routes.

